Workforce Development Specialist

Under the general supervision of the Director of Grants and Community Engagement, the Workforce Development Specialist will serve as the first line of support for users of the Detroit Wayne Connect online training interface.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Responds to requests related to the online training system, live events, trainings and conferences. 
• Assists with testing website features, graphic design for the website, and approving requests for community calendar submissions. 
• Assists with the preparation, staffing and evaluation reporting requirements of events. 
• Works directly with and cultivates relationships with Community Mental Health (CMH) organizations and stakeholders throughout Wayne County.

• Assists with the execution of events for various teams/initiatives.
• Reviews advertising requests and forms for printed materials.
• Proofreads documents to ensure accuracy. 
• Serves as a liaison between departments and outside vendors for DWIHN events. 
• Executes event themes as directed.
• Co-facilitates production meetings for DWIHN events.
• Assists the Director with the preparation and review of all planned events.
• Ensures each event follows strict checklists and procedure protocols to ensure successful execution.
• Communicates with and assists other DWIHN departments.

• Performs related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSA’S)

• Knowledge of website and graphic design.
• Clerical skills.
• Data Entry skills.
• Scheduling skills. 
• Organizational skills.
• Planning skills.
• Presentation skills.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Skill at meeting deadlines
• Multitasking skills.
• Computer skills
• Office suites (MS Office, G-Suite, iWork) skills.

• Ability to communicate orally.
• Ability to communicate in writing.
• Ability to work effectively with others.
• Judgement/Reasoning ability.

REQUIRED EDUCATION:

A Bachelor’s Degree

OR

An Associates Degree or the equivalent sixty (60) Credit Hours in Business Administration, Marketing, Social Work, Public Relations, Computer Technology, Graphic Design or a related field.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

Three (3) years of training or event coordination experience.

NOTE:   Experience and Education may be substituted on a year for year basis.

REQUIRED LICENSE(S).

A valid State of Michigan Driver’s License with a safe and acceptable driving record.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work is usually performed in an office setting but requires the employee to drive to different sites throughout Wayne County and the State of Michigan.  This position can work remotely with supervisory approval.  

This description is not intended to be a complete statement of job content, rather to act as a general description of the essential functions performed.  Management retains the discretion to add or change the position at any time. 

Please Note:  DWIHN requires proof of being fully vaccinated for COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Medical or religious accommodations or other exemptions that may be required by law, will be approved when properly supported. Further information will be provided during the recruitment process. 

The Detroit Wayne Integrated Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer