Report to:
Vice President of Talent Development
Position Status:
full time
Posted salary range:
$43,888.00 – $52,285.00
About us:
The College of Western Idaho (CWI) is committed to helping students succeed by providing an affordable, accessible education and contributing to the advancement of the local and global workforce.
Offering the best programs and degrees that make a difference, CWI remains the Treasure Valley’s first choice for higher education. Empowering our community while supporting each and every student, CWI is moving boldly forward, paving the way for a bold new future with flexible options, competitive tuition and support every step of the way.
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Position Summary:
The Construction Coordinator will oversee the Construction Combine and maintain relationships with the local school district and CWI to provide opportunities for high school students to learn about construction careers through hands-on experience. The Construction Combine is a two-day event held at a local high school to partner with local contractors on community projects to teach basic construction skills. The Construction Combine is designed to fill current and projected skills gaps in the construction industry by providing high school students with hands-on training in basic construction skills. Inspired by the NFL Draft, the event allows trainees to demonstrate and learn new skills while engaging with local contractors. The program is intended to increase participants’ chances of finding employment in the construction industry. Responsibilities include presentations to school district leadership, planning the event, and managing tools, materials, and logistics.
This is a two-year grant-funded position. At the end of the grant period, CWI will evaluate the value and success of the program to determine if the position should continue to be funded through CWI’s Workforce Development. If the project is successful, the industry partner and CWI may continue to fund the construction combine.
Required features:
• Project managing a construction combine at a local high school.
• Supporting all logistics related to construction combine harvesters
• Seeking volunteers to help with construction combines
• Order all supplies and materials related to each construction combine.
• Work with construction combine partners to support each construction combine.
• Ensure compliance with University, state, and federal regulations.
• Develop a communications strategy for high school personnel, parents and students regarding the construction combine.
• Participate in University committee, staff and professional meetings.
•Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
• Demonstrated project management and collaboration skills.
• 50 lb lifting capacity
• Ability to move between locations throughout the day.
• Excellent customer service and leadership skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to maintain cooperative and effective working relationships.
• Knowledge of financial record keeping methods and practices.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and prepare reports.
• Ability to meet schedules and timelines.
• Skill in analyzing situations and adopting effective plans of action.
•Continually improve knowledge of tools and resources required for the job.
• Skill in handling heavy workload and managing time effectively.
• Experience in educational grants and grants management preferred.
advantage:
Experience a world of unparalleled employee benefits at the University of Western Idaho, where we redefine excellence with an affordable and comprehensive benefits package.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other applicable legally protected status.
