Site Liaison: Work-Based Learning

Incumbent will:

• Design and implement work-based learning frameworks tailored to Alternative Education (Alt Ed) sites, fostering valuable partnerships with industry stakeholders and providing comprehensive support throughout various processes.
• Cultivate and maintain a database of industry partners to support a scope and sequence of Work Based Learning activities.
• Develop and provide training on a Work-Based Learning (WBL) shared calendar (WBL Plan) tailored for Alternative Education, ensuring a cohesive set of experiences for all students.
• Improve data tracking for WBL at Alt Ed schools by working with site leads to develop routines and capacity to log WBL data.
• Collaborate with Oakland Adult Career Education (OACE) stakeholders to assess optimal methods for establishing a framework that maximizes current partnerships and assets to facilitate the smooth transition of Alternative Education students into OACE vocational training initiatives.
• Collaborate with the Internship Program Manager to expand internship opportunities tailored for students in Alternative Education.
• Assist in the development and implementation of an advisory board for Alternative Education, with a primary focus on enhancing career readiness across various sectors.
• Proficiency in navigating a dynamic high school environment while effectively addressing the diverse needs of various stakeholders.
• Exceptionally organized, ensuring meticulous attention to detail in all tasks.
• Proficient in leveraging Google Suite and other district-supported technology to streamline processes and enhance productivity.
• Possesses a strong ability to prioritize tasks effectively, balancing multiple responsibilities with precision.
• Attentive to email correspondence and adept in professional communication

Ref: 10239

IN-HOUSE VACANCY - INTERNAL CANDIDATES ONLY: Due to union restrictions, this position is only available to current employees of this school district for the first 5 days following the posted date. Applications submitted by job seekers not currently employed by the school district will not be considered during this time period.

TITLE:

Site Liaison, Work-Based Learning

REPORTS TO:

Assigned Supervisor

DEPARTMENT:

Linked Learning Office for High School Improvement

CLASSIFICATION:

Classified

FLSA:

Non-Exempt

WORK YEAR/HOURS:

261 Days / 7.5 Hours

ISSUED:

Created: January 2016

SALARY GRADE:

WTCL 45

BASIC FUNCTION: Under the direction of the Site Administrator, or designee, and the assigned Linked Learning Office for High School Improvement supervisor, the Site Liaison will provide direct support to pathway teams to plan, develop, and implement aligned site/district systems of sequenced quality work-based learning experiences for students in partnership with industry, community, and civic organizations. Collaborate to collect and track all students' work-based learning experiences, evaluate the quality of work-based learning experiences for partners and students, contribute to the development of performance assessments, and outcomes. The Work-Based Learning Site Liaison must be able to work effectively with employers, youth, teachers, school administrators, after school program staff and Linked Learning Office for High School Improvement staff.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES: (Incumbents may perform any combination of the essential functions shown below. This position description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, knowledge, or abilities associated with this classification, but is intended to reflect the principal job elements accurately.)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Plan, develop and implement push-in support into CTE classes and pathways/academies for work-based learning activities and logistics for the development of 21st century skills for students, pathway teams, post-secondary partners, employers, community and civic partners.
• Support pathway teams with outreach, scheduling, and implementation of appropriate work-based learning experiences that are integrated and aligned to pathway student learning outcomes, project based learning, and the OUSD Graduate Profile.
• Recruit, match, place, and support students for all work-based learning, including internships, processing required paperwork, payroll lists, and Work Education Experience enrollment.
• Act as the point of contact for pathways/academies to build and maintain strong quality relationships and direct communication with post-secondary partners, business and community partners, including, but not limited to: development of MOUs, support for regular pathway advisory and District industry council meetings, planning sessions, joint work plans and collaborative problem-solving.
• Recruit, match, facilitate, and place post-secondary partners, business leaders, companies, professional organizations and other agencies to link opportunities for students in career-related learning including internships, mentoring relationships, professional portfolio and senior exhibitions/defenses, labor market panels and other career/work related activities in collaboration with the Linked Learning Office for High School Improvement.
• Assist the school site principal, pathway/academy leads and instructional leadership team to implement and advocate for the development of a robust integrated pathway work-based learning program with classroom projects, with student self-assessments.
• Collaborate with all site and District staff to expedite partnerships that results in an integrated, sequenced, and high quality pathway work-based learning opportunities for students.
• Assist with monitoring systems implemented to ensure compliance of work-based learning programs and issuance of work permits with state and federal regulations.
• Establish, maintain, and facilitate effective working relationships with Industry Partnership Councils, community and government leaders, professional organizations, post-secondary partners, school District administrators and staff, and the community to review and analyze industry needs.
• Maintain and keep up-to-date site/District partnership databases to provide reports on business and community and student participation in work-based learning; maintain database of student and partner work-based learning experiences and partnerships with school.
• Assist school and District staff in developing professional development and guidance for school staff in working effectively with Industry Partnership Councils, community, and civic partners.
• Meet regularly with Principal or designee and Academy Lead Teachers to understand program needs and student supports to align with post-secondary, business, community, and civic partners and the Business Partnerships Alignment Team.
• Collaborate with District Communications, the Linked Learning Office for High School Improvement, and the Business Partnerships Alignment Team to inform the public of accomplishments of students and post-secondary, business, community, and civic partnerships
• Perform related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

The District determines whether a candidate is qualified based on fulfillment of prerequisites, relevant work experience, ability to perform the essential functions, reference checks, effective interpersonal and communication skills demonstrated by interview performance and/or writing samples, and achievement on performance-based assessments (if applicable) that demonstrate the candidate possesses the requisite knowledge, skills and abilities. Meeting prerequisites only satisfies the initial screening process and does not indicate the candidate is qualified to perform the essential functions of the position.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Career technical education
• Federal, state, and District policies and mandates related to work scope
• Procedures, methods, techniques, and strategies utilized in dealing with sensitive school and community problems, issues and concerns
• Community interest, concerns and attitudes related to educational programs of the District
• Diverse academic, socio-economic, cultural, ethnic, and disability backgrounds of District students
• Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, and punctuation
• Record-keeping techniques
• Telephone techniques, systems and etiquette
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy
• Computer software, hardware, and related technology

ABILITIES TO:

• Present pathway information to various business and community groups in a professional manner to elicit support for increasing work based learning within linked learning priorities.
• Effectively manage complex projects, and manage and direct volunteers and/or partners, and students.
• Interpret, apply, and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures related to workscope
• Provide information regarding school or District programs, procedures, activities, rules and regulations related to work scope
• Monitor and assist with various college and career readiness programs
• Communicate with children and adults of different racial and cultural backgrounds
• Work collaboratively and think creatively within a team
• Understand and follow oral and written directions
• Communicate effectively in English orally and in writing
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships among students, parents, District staff, and the community
• Meet schedules and time lines
• Work confidentially with discretion
• Operate personal computer, related software, District software, and other office equipment

PREREQUISITES

• Associate's Degree or its equivalency required (2 years of similar and relevant work level experience = 1 year of college). A combination of experience and education may be used to meet the Associate's Degree requirement; however, the work experience years used to qualify for the AA requirement cannot be used to meet the work requirement.
• Four (4) years of relevant experience working in career technical and academic education or related experience
• Valid California Driver's License, if applicable

PRE-EMPLOYMENT PROCESS:

Employment eligibility will include fingerprints, tuberculosis and/or other employment clearance

WORKING CONDITIONS

ENVIRONMENT:

Office and diverse school site environments; driving a vehicle to conduct work; fast-paced work; constant interruptions

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Consistent mental alertness; sitting or standing for extended periods of time; lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling objects up to 30 pounds, occasionally 30+ pounds; bending and twisting at the waist, reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally; dexterity of both hands and fingers while performing duties; seeing to read, write and use the computer; hearing and speaking to exchange information, in person or on the telephone, and make presentations.

NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY:

The Oakland Unified School District does not discriminate in any program, activity, or in employment on the basis of actual or perceived race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, gender, sex, or sexual orientation.

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