Knoxville Leadership Foundation - Placement Coordinator, KnoxWorx presso Knoxville Leadership Foundation

Our Mission:   Knoxville Leadership Foundation (KLF) serves the Knoxville area by connecting communities of resource with communities of need, while reconciling people to Jesus Christ and to each other. 

Purpose of Position: The KnoxWorx Placement Career Coordinator is a full-time position dedicated to empowering program participants by guiding them toward meaningful career pathways and employment opportunities. KnoxWorx focuses on serving individuals who have dropped out of high school and/or are justice-involved. This position is primarily focused on providing career counseling, developing job readiness skills, connecting participants with employers, and supporting them in securing and retaining employment.  

Skills: 

• Ability to network to create and maintain strong partnerships between organizations.  
• Ability to connect with the target population (young adults and adults who either dropped out of high school and/or are justice-involved) and high motivation and commitment to help participants succeed. 
• Job development and placement experience. Understanding of the workforce and educational/training system.  
• Excellent communication, teaching, coaching and mentoring skills.  
• Team Player  
• Strong administrative and organizational skills  
• Proficiency in Microsoft programs (Excel, Word, database management, etc.)  

Essential Functions:  

• Develop and maintain partnerships with employers and training providers (Educational Institutions, On-the-Job Training Providers, Apprenticeships etc.) that will provide career opportunities aligned with the interests, goals and benefit of KnoxWorx participants. This will include networking and making presentations about KnoxWorx.  
• Outline and oversee a clear plan for placement (employment or further training) with each KnoxWorx participant.  
• Meet with participants at regular intervals to identify placement goals, then evaluate placement plan and make modifications, as needed, with a commitment to their progress and success.  
• Interview participants relative to placements being sought and make connections with placement opportunities.  
• Ensure participants are prepared before going to job interviews, and conduct follow-up assessments.  
• Work closely with employers and training providers to maximize participant employment retention and success.  
• Provide evaluation, conciliation, and mediation between employer and employee post job placement.  
• Contribute to KnoxWorx program refinements in ways that meet the needs and expectation of employers and training providers.  
• Develops strategies, working alongside case managers, to engage and support participants post-program with job development, training, and educational opportunities. Assist with re-placement when initial placement is not successful.  
• Identify and schedule career-related guest speakers, site visits, job shadow experiences, and informational interviews.  
• Ongoing development and facilitation of job readiness opportunities and classes. Serves as a consistent trainer.  
• Completes necessary data entry and documentation.  
• Participation in all appropriate staff meetings, retreats, etc. as assigned by your supervisor  
• Perform other duties as assigned 

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience; experience with disadvantaged individuals and communities a plus 

*This position transports program participants. A driving record will be reviewed by our insurance company. Any violations need to be discussed during the interview process 

Competencies Required:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies to perform the essential functions of this position.

• Adaptability: adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands and can deal with foundation growth, frequent change, delays, and unexpected events
• Analytical/Problem Solving: Gathers and analyzes information skillfully, resolving problems in a timely manner
• Communication: maintains confidentiality, remains open to others’ ideas, and exhibits willingness to try new things. Strong written and oral skills
• Planning/Organizing: prioritizes and plans work activities, uses time efficiently and develops realistic action plans
• Quality control: demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness and monitors own work to ensure quality

Physical Requirements:

· Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer

· Prolonged periods standing outside on active worksites

· Bending and twisting.

· Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.

For more information about the programs of Knoxville Leadership Foundation visit us online at www.klf.org.