The Career and Technical Education office is actively recruiting up to 20 full-time (40 hours per week) positions to be filled as high school-based work-based learning specialists.

These positions will be limited term employment contracts, with renewable 6-month terms. This position will be located in an MPS high school that will follow the Early Start school calendar for the 2023-2024 school year. The position will start June 1, 2024 on a part-time basis, followed by full time work beginning with the first workday of the school year on Monday, September 2, 2024.

The purpose of this position is to increase the number of high school students participating in paid Internships and youth apprenticeships with local employers. The person hired will work collaboratively with the high school staff and students, and the central services Career and Technical Education (CTE) office, School-to-Work, and Contract Compliance to achieve this purpose The CTE office has an established, district-wide, work-based learning program. This position will support the centrally managed work-based learning program at the local high school level, and report to the manager of CTE.

Applications for the following position are being accepted by the Office of Human Resources by 11:59 PM CST on Thursday, March 30, 2023. A current resume and three (3) letters of recommendation manually signed by the author and dated less than one (1) year old must be attached to the completed application (if you are unable to electronically attach these documents, you must notify human resources that you are sending hard copies which must be received on or before the deadline date listed above). Caution: When attaching documents to the application, be sure the documents are legible. If the documents cannot be read, your application may be disqualified from consideration. Appointment is subject to a criminal background check, a drug/alcohol test and credential verification. Non MPS employees must submit official transcripts confirming Degrees. No applications will be accepted after the deadline date and time.

Working Environment:

• Typical office or school environment, as well as on-site visits to employer worksites.
• Position may require working oustide of the normal business day.

As of November 1, 2021, all MPS employees are required to be fully vaccinated. The health and safety of our staff and students is our number one priority. That's why all offers of employment are contingent on the candidate showing proof of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (currently one dose of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine or two doses of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine) to pass the pre-employment requirements. Individuals with medical issues or sincerely held religious beliefs that prevent them from getting the vaccine may request an accommodation from the vaccine requirement.

Position Requirements:

• Technical Diploma or Associate Degree from an accredited college or university in a related field (Counseling, Education, Human Resources, Human Services, etc) OR at least 3 years of related Job experience. Equivalent combinations of training, education and experience will be considered
• Minimum of 2 years of experience working with students on career readiness in a school or community program
• Working knowledge of career readiness preparation and access

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in a related field (Counseling, Education, Human Resources, Human Services, etc)
• At least 2 years of experience working with businesses/organizations to provide student employment opportunities

Primary Responsibilities:

• In collaboration with the CTE office, coordinate the planning, operation, and advancement of the local high school work-based learning program for all eligible students in grades 11 and 12, giving qualifying students the opportunity to participate in youth apprenticeships and internships in various career areas for academic credit
• Coordinate and provide career awareness and career-readiness presentations, workshops, and/or events, for small and large groups of students and/or families Presentations and workshops may include local employer involvement, and could include, but are not limited to mock or real interview sessions, resume workshops, round-table discussions with employer/community partners, student and/or parent information sessions, events for students to network with professionals, local employer guest speakers on particular career pathways, etc All students m grades 9-12 may participate m these activities.
• Arrange for, and assist students with, preparation for all aspects of the employment process This includes, but is not limited to, Job searches, Job applications, resumes, cover letters, interviewing skills, student communication with employers or prospective employers, scheduling, conflict resolution, transportation issues, and general employment counseling
• Communicate regularly with local high school students eligible for youth apprenticeships and internships.
• Coordinate and schedule work-based learning related trips to lcoal employers or other organizations that provide opportunities for career awareness or work-readiness. Arrange and schedule bus transportations for said trips.
• Work with CTE teachers, as well as member of advisory boards for assistance in preparing students for employment.
• Make required periodic visits to the places of student employment, evaluate employers and worksites for safety and educational suitability.
• Communicate regularly with the Career and Technical Education (CTE) office's work-based learning staff, who coordinate youth apprenticeships and interships for the district.
• Disseminate CTE office communications to staff and students.

Secondary Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the CTE office on the annual district job fairs; attend regular meetings, as needed, disseminate information about the fairs to staff and students and recruit students and employers for participation
• Work in conjunction with appropriate CTE staff during the student job application process, including internship and youth apprenticeship agreements, and maintaining appropriate student and employer files
• Develop relationships with existing local employers and maintain ongoing communication with employer partners and prospective employers who may participate in the work-based learning program
• Communicate and coordinate regularly with local high school staff, including the principal, assistant principals, college and career center planning assistants, school-to work staff, teachers, and counselors, as appropriate
• Communicate with parents and caregivers on an ongoing basis to support students throughout the employment process
• Communicate regularly with local employer partners to check-in on student performance, report to CTE office, and collaboratively determine whether interventions are required
• Collaborate with the CTE office and Employ Milwaukee with regard to employment opportunities and programs for students such as Job fairs, summer youth employment, etc. Attend meetings and events, as appropriate
• Schedule taxi rides for students who require taxi transportation to or from their worksites or prospective worksites.
• Review students' report cards, attendance and discipline at least each quarter to determine continued eligibility, monitor students in danger of failing
• Work closely with counselors and CTE teachers to recommend and place identified students in their career fields upon graduation; form partnerships with potential employers throughout the region to assist graduates with Job placement
• Accept any additional responsibilities not inconsistent with the position.

The Milwaukee Public Schools does not discriminate in its programs, activities, facilities, employment, or educational opportunities on the basis of a person's sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, or disability. Reasonable accommodations requested by qualified individuals with disabilities will be made in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, as amended by the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) of 2008.

In accordance with Wisconsin Statutes, every applicant for a position with Milwaukee Public Schools will be subject to the open records law. Any applicant not wishing to have his/her identity released, must submit a written statement to that effect to the Office of Human Resources. The identities of all "final candidates" may be released. Milwaukee Public Schools reserves the right to interview the best qualified candidates.