Workforce Development Associate

* This is a full-time, hybrid position. During your 6-month probationary period, you will be required to work on-site for at least 3 days per week at Merit's office location in Ann Arbor, MI. Following, working on-site will be required for a minimum of 2 days per week.

At Merit Network, we believe technology has the power to connect people, strengthen communities, and expand opportunity. For more than 60 years, our nonprofit organization has supported education, research, healthcare, government, libraries, tribal organizations, and nonprofits through innovative technology and connectivity solutions. Join a team of passionate professionals who are committed to making an impact and helping create a future where communities have the tools and connections they need to thrive.

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The Workforce Development Associate will be a contributor to Merit's new Workforce Development initiative, serving both Merit employees and external partners and stakeholders around the state of Michigan. Supports Merit's Director of HR and works with all Merit department leaders and staff to address development opportunities and strategies. Supports Merit's Director of Workforce Development by organizing and tracking initiatives that help vendors and external partners to address development needs across the state.

This position has a direct effect on Merit's purposes, specifically to power lifelong learners.

Essential Functions for this position are followed by an (E).

As the Workforce Development Associate, your main responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Cross-collaboration across Workforce Development, Human Resources, Finance, and Member Success teams to ensure business operations (E)
• Serve as a central coordinator for workforce development initiatives, providing comprehensive administrative and operational support across programs and projects (E)
• Coordinate calendars, meetings, and communications for workforce development initiatives, including engagement with external partners, stakeholders, and vendors (E)
• Assist in the coordination and execution of workforce development programs, experiential learning, training initiatives, and partner-based programs (E)
• Support recruitment and talent pipeline efforts related to workforce programs, including candidate coordination and communication (E)
• Manage compliance, reporting, and deadline requirements for and track reporting requirements for workforce development grants (E)
• Partner with Finance to monitor grant budgets, track expenditures, and support financial reporting and forecasting (E)
• Maintain and manage the Learning Management System (LMS), including participant enrollment, progress tracking, reporting, and key performance indicators (KPI) monitoring (E)
• Prepare reports, dashboards, presentations, and materials for leadership, including regular updates for executive stakeholders (E)
• Provide administrative support for contract development and review in collaboration with leadership, finance, and legal partners
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, streamline workflows, and enhance program efficiency and effectiveness
• Document processes and investigate opportunities for efficiencies as programs develop
• Maintain a high level of attention to detail while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Please note this job description is not intended to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of you for this job. Responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

You have no supervisory responsibilities, however at times will direct the work of others within the scope of project management activities.

This job operates in a professional office environment. You will routinely use standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, cloud-based systems, and AV/teleconferencing software & equipment.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee (with or without accommodations) to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Employees must frequently work at computer stations, answer telephone calls, emails, and/or other forms of customer/client communication. Employees may on occasion be required to move items of various sizes throughout the office or building.

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Education, Public Administration, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
• 3-5 years of professional experience in program coordination, workforce development, administration, or a related field
• Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, shifting deadlines, and detailed workflows in a fast-paced environment
• Experience supporting projects or programs…