Workforce Development Specialist II - Data Center Group

Workforce Development Specialist II – Data Center Group

SUMMARY:

Mortenson is currently seeking an experienced Workforce Development Specialist

II – Data Center Group to join our team. This role will serve as a liaison with

community partners, community-based organizations, city, county and state

officials, business and industry, union trade and technical schools, all

educational institutions within the area(s) assigned. This role is focused

on assisting job seekers expressing interest in employment within the

construction industry and program participants in their efforts to kickstart a

career within the industry

Location: Although this is a remote position, we are only considering candidates

in the following locations: Minneapolis, MN / Denver, CO / Chicago, IL area /

Nashville, TN / San Antonio, TX / Phoenix, AZ

RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Meet with job seekers and or potential program candidates to discuss and

develop clear career and employment goals that supports their career pathway;

identifying cognitive strengths & challenges; areas of interest, time

management strategies; self-advocacy and identify potential obstacles. 

* Provide navigational coaching, which includes career pathway and transition

services, follow up and retention, referral services for job seekers in

support of their career goals and or academic attainment and employment

within the industry.

* Assist potential candidates and or program participants on a walk

in/appointment basis in assigned high volume to determine fit for a program,

and related funding resources to include but not limited to:

* Complete mandated/time sensitive Progress Reports for program participants to

maintain satisfactory progress within the program. Completes all required

activity and or program reports weekly.

* Work as a member of the project site teams to collaborate with Mortenson

onsite project leadership, customers, Trade partners, Mortenson internal

teams, diversity equity and inclusion (DEI) Manager, community impact teams

* Explore industry trends and impact on employment, hiring trends, best

practices in the industry training(s)

* Conduct outreach, recruitment, prescreens and orientation for potential

program candidates. 

*  Coordinate with community partners, educational institutions, union and

non-union trade partners to identify and recruit special populations

(homeless, low skilled, returning citizens, veterans and low-income), adults

and young adults limited in skills and resources, across the community(s)

where Mortenson is building. 

* Partner with the internal marketing team to develop appropriate marketing

materials to reflect the local demographic within the area Mortenson is

selected to build

* Provide systematic communication with program participants through multiple

methods including: 

* Establishing group text-participants to use for communication outside of

classroom

* Utilizing text messaging for emergency texting regarding onsite and or

immediate program changes.

* Email via company email address, no use of personal email (priority for use

when communicating with participants)

* Effectively work and build relationships with those of diverse backgrounds

and organizational levels 

QUALIFICATIONS:

* Bachelor’s degree preferred; if no Bachelor’s degree, high school diploma/GED

or equivalent required with 3+ years of workforce development experience,

including developing, implementing, and managing workforce development

programs.  

* 3+ years of experience in Workforce Development, including case management

experience and having had a caseload of at least 50 program participants

* Previous experience interacting with corporate company’s, community

leaders local political officials, county boards, etc. 

* Ability to interact with a diverse population and build relationships

quickly 

* Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills 

* Ability to handle multiple projects with varying deadlines simultaneously 

* Proficient skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and Power Point 

* Basic knowledge of data analysis and reporting  

* Strong cross-cultural relationship building and influencing at all

organizational level 

* Proven track record of including diverse team members when assigning

challenging and high-profile tasks 

* Active listening skills and effective communication, including an openness to

diverse input and feedback

* Ability to travel up to 75% 

* Bilingual English/Spanish fluency preferred  

A few benefits offered include:  

(for Non-Craft & Non-Union Craft working 25+ hours / week,) 

* Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision

coverage  

* Dental plan  

* 401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match  

* Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves  

* Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance  

* No-Cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work-life resources 

* Tuition reimbursement  

* Adoption Assistance   

* Gym Membership Discount Program   

The base compensation range for this role is: $85,300 - $128,000. (Actual range

is higher for the following office locations:  Denver, CO and Chicago, IL – 5%,

Seattle, WA, and Portland, OR – 10%, Washington, D.C. – 12.5%). Base pay is

positioned within the range based on several factors including an individual’s

knowledge, skill, and experience with consideration given to internal equity.   

#LI-JY1 #LI-remote

Please make note:  

* Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.  

* Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44

days.  

ABOUT MORTENSON 

As a top builder, developer, and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and

Construction), our expertise spans markets like sports, renewable energy, data

centers, healthcare, and more. We are builders at heart, working to ensure the

built environment has a lasting positive impact.  

Let’s Redefine Possible®  

Equal Employment Opportunity 

Your uniqueness brings new and creative perspectives to the team. Mortenson is

committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all

individuals, regardless of your race, religion, gender, national origin, age,

veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected

category. 

Other Items to Note 

* Mortenson reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or

financial obligation on unwanted solicitations. No agency emails, calls, or

solicitations are accepted without a valid agreement. 

* Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We

are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this

time.