Apprenticeship Development Specialist

OUR ORGANIZATION

Kinexus Group, recognized as a Nonprofit Times Best Nonprofit to Work For for several years, is a community development organization focused on creating an economically thriving Michigan. We develop solutions for business, workforce, and community challenges to promote economic vitality.

The Michigan Works! team is dedicated to developing the local workforce and building a strong talent pipeline for regional employers. We support jobseekers at all skill levels in securing sustainable employment through individualized coaching, training scholarships for high-demand occupations, and placement into paid on-the-job training and apprenticeship opportunities.

Our goal is to strengthen economic growth and vitality in Southwest Michigan by expanding access to high-demand career pathways. The Apprenticeship Specialist will support career seekers, incumbent workers, and local employers by advancing training opportunities, creating new pathways, enhancing workforce stability, and meeting regional industry needs.

The Apprenticeship Development Specialist is a key member of the Michigan Works! team, responsible for supporting the development and implementation of apprenticeship and pre‑apprenticeship programs through comprehensive, end‑to‑end case management. This role manages apprenticeship data across the full lifecycle—from enrollment and ongoing case management to completion or exit—while collaborating closely with leadership and Kinexus Group partners.

• Manage data in CRM systems for internal and external stakeholders.
• Enroll participants in apprenticeship programs and manage cases to achieve successful outcomes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent professional experience in business, human services, workforce development, or a related field.
• Strong critical thinking and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Passionate about serving others and the community.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to adapt to change and work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Solid computer skills in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint) and virtual meeting platforms.

• Two years of professional experience in business, social services, workforce development, or a related field.
• Experience applying case management principles within a project management framework.

• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times.
• Must be willing and able to travel approximately 30% of the time between Berrien, Cass, and Van Buren counties.

• Flexible and open.
• Periodic telecommute work.

• Robust onboarding experience to integrate you into our team.
• Team of Teams training in support of organizational strategies.
• Job training and development to ensure you are established and growing in your role.
• Cross‑operational meetings with peers.
• Exceptional benefits.
• Opportunity to be part of transformational change in Michigan.

Kinexus Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Program. Auxiliary aids, reasonable accommodations and/or services are available upon request for individuals with disabilities. Michigan Relay Center: 711 Voice and TDD. Kinexus is a partner of American Job Centers.

As set forth in Kinexus Group’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.