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Position: Talent Development Career Coach - Trinidad Office

Must: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Four (4) years of relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position OR Education and Experience: A combination of related education and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned equal to four (4) years

Must be a Colorado resident at time of application.

You must pass a thorough background check prior to employment which will include the E-Verify process.

Travel is required throughout Trinidad and the surrounding counties

Preferred Qualifications: Preferred Qualifications: Bilingual in English and Spanish Previous experience as a career coach Performing duties similar to those assigned to the position as a classified State of Colorado employee.

Required Competencies: Must have excellent customer service skills and experience Have excellent interpersonal skills Have strong technology skills. You should be at ease using computers. Be able to communicate effectively in writing (emails, letters) and verbally Active Listening: The ability to fully focus on and understand what clients are saying, while also picking up on non-verbal cues and emotions. Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills are crucial for conveying information clearly and effectively, as well as for providing feedback and guidance. Empathy and Understanding: The capacity to understand and relate to the experiences, challenges, and emotions of clients, and to provide support in a compassionate manner. Assessment and Analysis: The ability to assess and evaluate clients' skills, interests, values, and goals to help them make informed career decision Goal Setting and Planning: Competence in helping clients set clear, achievable career goals, and in developing detailed plans to reach those goals. Networking and Relationship Building: The skill to help clients build and nurture professional relationships, and to provide guidance on effective networking strategies. Problem Solving: The capacity to help clients identify and address obstacles or challenges in their career path, and to develop strategies to overcome them. Resourcefulness: The ability to identify and provide relevant resources, information, and tools to support clients in their career development. Cultural Sensitivity and Diversity Awareness: The awareness and understanding of cultural, social, and demographic factors that can influence a client's career path, and the ability to provide inclusive and equitable support. Ethical and Professional Conduct: Adherence to ethical standards and professional conduct in all interactions with clients, including confidentiality, transparency, and respect for client autonomy. Technology Proficiency: Familiarity with relevant career development tools, software, and platforms, as well as proficiency in using technology for communication and research. Continuous Learning and Professional Development: A commitment to staying updated on industry trends, career development strategies, and coaching techniques through ongoing education and professional development. Resilience and Adaptability: The ability to adapt to changing client needs, unexpected challenges, and evolving industry trends. Self-Awareness: An understanding of one's own strengths, limitations, and biases, and the ability to manage them effectively in the coaching relation Time Management and Organization: The skill to efficiently manage scheduling, documentation, and administrative tasks to ensure that coaching sessions run smoothly.

Duties: The Colorado Rural Workforce Consortium exists to ensure every Colorado business has access to a skilled workforce and every Coloradan has access to meaningful employment, resulting in statewide economic vitality. This is accomplished by planning, budgeting and implementing the programs funded under the Workforce Invest ent Act (WIOA), Wagner-Peyser, Trade Adjustment Act (TAA), and grants in the Colorado Rural Workforce Consortium (CRWC). It provides employment services including labor exchange; and referral of applicants to job openings and placement assistance and addresses employability barriers, delivers quality customer -service to program participants, businesses, and the community. The unit fosters partnerships with educational institutions and other community organizations to provide a network of support services to ensure Colorado has a qualified and relevant workforce.

To foster business-focused workforce partnerships, effectively preparing rural Coloradans for the jobs of today and tomorrow by delivering a comprehensive array of employment and training services. Works with job-seeking customers to enhance their employability and achieve their employment goal, and provides customer service to program participants, business, and the community. In addition, this position exists to provide career counseling, identifies and assists program participants in eliminating barriers to employment and/or post-secondary education. Position interprets federal regulations and state program guidance, policies, and procedures. Has fiduciary responsibility for participant expenditures under WIOA, TAA, and grant programs.

Pay: $49,848.00 - $72,911.64 - dependent on Wage analysis by state