Apprenticeship Specialist

ANNOUNCMENT OF POSITION VACANCY

FLSA Status:

United States of America (Exempt)

Compensation:

$45,000- $50,000

Commensurate with education and experience. Excellent health and retirement benefits package: Click here for more information!

SECTION I - OUR VALUES CULTIVATE OUR VISION AND CULTURE

At CMU, we believe in acting from a foundation of goodwill. This belief gives us the courage to form meaningful relationships, embark on joint endeavors and take risks in the pursuit of new possibilities. It’s this courage that enables the Mavily to explore new ways of thinking and doing, knowing that there is no perfect solution, no perfect idea.
From this place of humility and courage, we’ve built a culture of resilience. We invest in the future by continuously adapting to change, overcoming challenges, and seizing new opportunities. We recognize that change is constant, and our resilience allows us to embrace it with confidence. Endless curiosity drives us to approach the unexpected as if it were expected, seeing opportunities for discovery and renewal in every challenge. In this community rooted in love and dignity, curiosity thrives, leading to endless opportunities for growth and advancement.
Inspired by the soul of the West—the spirit that our region embodies—we emerge as a force for positive change, harnessing our collective power to build a Human Scale University that reflects our values and brings to life our shared vision of the world we aspire to create.
Colorado Mesa University Core Values
Love - Extending oneself for nurturing the growth of self and others
Dignity - Respecting the intrinsic value of each person and believing that others act from a foundation of goodwill
Courage - Taking risks in the pursuit of new possibilities
Humility - Suspending one’s ego and pride to recognize that no idea is perfect and being open to the input of others
Resiliency - Investing in the future by adapting to changes, overcoming challenges and pursuing Opportunity
Curiosity - Cultivating awe and exploring the unknown
Power - The strength to act collaboratively with individual agency to achieve our goals

SECTION II – THE SEAT

At CMU, we look at every position as a seat. Every seat is vital and the individual in the seat contributes significantly to our mission of providing an affordable and accessible education and forming meaningful and mutually enriching partnerships that support the well-being and vibrancy of our community. As a human centric organization, a priority is to ensure we have the “right seats” in our organization, and that the expectations, ownership and accountabilities are defined and communicated clearly for the success of the individuals holding the seats.

The Apprenticeship Specialist is responsible for developing and implementing program strategies for student outreach, recruitment, retention, and career advising for the CMU Tech’s Registered Apprenticeship Program. The Apprenticeship Specialist reports to the Coordinator of Registered Apprenticeship Programs and acts as a liaison between CMU Tech and industry partners, as well as various local and state organizations. The Apprenticeship Specialist travels locally in support of the Registered Apprenticeship Program and students.

OVERVIEW AND ROLE SCOPE OF TEAM AND/OR TASKS

Assist with outreach, recruitment, and retention of students in CMU Tech’s Registered Apprenticeship Program. Participate in trade fairs and make presentations to targeted audiences. 

Develop and foster professional relationships with industry partners, CMU/CMU Tech Departments, Faculty, Advisory Committees members, community groups and students. 

Prepare contracts and payment schedules for apprentices and employers. Conduct site visits to ensure state and federal guidelines are being met. Review and maintain student evaluations, lesson plans, monthly progress reports and record keeping systems. 

Collaborate with CMU Tech Faculty in course planning and career pathways.

Assists the Coordinator of Registered Apprenticeship Programs identify new occupations from CMU Tech’s programs and works with them to complete the necessary documents.

Interview, assess, counsel, and advise future and current apprentices in establishing educational and career goals. Advise on degree options and assist in the apprenticeship enrollment process including preparing and presenting applicants for acceptance. Weekly monitoring of progress including updates to faculty and administration as needed. Include administration in all correspondence, documentation, and report preparation for submission and to the Bureau of Labor & Industry.  Maintains all apprentice and employer files, data, and records, including enrollments, completions, and transcription. Maintain and monitor multiple monthly cost tracking and fiscal year projections. 

Attend local, state, national meetings as required.  Actively seek new apprenticeship learning, expansion opportunities and attend related professional development opportunities as needed.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
DISCLAIMER - This position description is only a summary of the typical functions of this seat, and not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and areas of accountability. 

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Associates degree from a regionally accredited Institution of Higher Education. Experience performing the duties of this job may substitute for the degree requirement on a year-by-year basis.  
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws impacting early childhood program. 
• Ability to work in a collaborative environment with faculty and staff. 
• Skill in fostering relationships while maintaining professionalism. 
• Skill in operating a computer and various software packages. 
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects or to change priorities quickly and frequently. 
• Institution of Higher Education is preferred. 
• Knowledge of apprenticeship programs and governing agencies is preferred. 

HOW TO APPLY: Applicants will be asked to complete an online application by creating a profile and then providing personal and demographic information. In addition, please be prepared to upload a:

• Cover letter

• Resume

• Copy of transcripts for all degrees completed (if your transcripts include a social security number or birthdate, please redact that information before uploading the document. Official transcripts will be required upon hire)

Colorado Mesa University is particularly interested in candidates who have experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and who have a demonstrated commitment to improving the levels of access and success for underrepresented students within higher education.
Colorado Mesa University is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all final applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial and/or motor vehicle history. Applicant must be able to verify U.S. employment eligibility. Colorado Mesa University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a culturally diverse faculty, staff and student body. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Any person with a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) may be provided reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to complete an employment assessment. To request an accommodation, please contact the CMU Human Resources Office by phone or email. You may be asked to provide additional information, including medical documentation, regarding functional limitations and the type of accommodation needed.