ATDM Industry Engagement Coordinator

at  Institute For Advanced Learning And Research

ABOUT IALR

The Institute for Advanced Learning and Research (IALR) serves as a regional catalyst for economic transformation. The mission will be accomplished through applied research, advanced learning, economic development, advanced manufacturing, and conference services. Driving Economic Transformation is at the heart of everything we do at the Institute for Advanced Learning and Research.WEdiscover breakthroughs, create opportunity, grow innovation, power progress, and host greatness. Each of our divisions plays a critical role in daily preserving and delivering this mission.

WHERE WILL YOU WORK?

We are looking for staff to work onsite in Danville, VA

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work under stress, interruptions, and tight deadlines.
• Must be able to operate and manipulate a keyboard.
• Must be able to move from building to building, with limited travel.
• Light physical work may be required.
• Limited to moderate travel, including overnight, will be required.

WHAT WILL YOU DO?

The ATDM Industry Engagement Coordinator is responsible for recruiting companies in the Submarine Industrial Base/Defense Industrial Base (SIB/DIB) to be a participating employer with the Accelerated Training in Defense Manufacturing (ATDM) program. Company participation is defined by sending candidates (incumbent workers or conditional hires) for training and/or hiring career-seeking trainees from the program. The person in this position is also responsible for maintaining industry relationships via outreach and engagement efforts. An ideal candidate must possess a background in the manufacturing sector and be able to work independently, as well as work effectively in a team-oriented environment. The Industry Engagement Coordinator is responsible for serving as a liaison between the program and current and prospective company participants as directed by the ATDM Manager of Industry Engagement.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Execute the Industry Engagement strategy to source candidates from SIB/DIB companies for the ATDM program.
• Develop and sustain relationships with defense manufacturing employers.
• Provide consistent customer service and outreach to prospective employers.
• Distribute Employer Feedback surveys and report data.
• Explain ATDM training programs and assist with the admissions process.
• Facilitate tours of ATDM training labs and IALR campus.
• Maintain and track data for Industry Engagement efforts.
• Coordinate multiple project schedules with internal and external resources.
• Collaborate with the ATDM Career Services team on workforce demand.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders, including industry executives, government entities, and educational partners.
• Travel as needed for employer site visits, supplier conferences, and other Industry Engagement events.
• Additional duties and responsibilities assigned.