Description

Why RTIRTI International is an independent, scientific research institute dedicated to improving the human condition. Our vision is to address the world's most critical problems with technical and science-based solutions in pursuit of a better future. Clients rely on us to answer questions that demand an objective and multidisciplinary approach—one that integrates expertise across social, statistical, data, and laboratory sciences, engineering, and other technical disciplines to solve the world’s most challenging problems.We believe in the promise of science and technical solutions, and we push ourselves every day to deliver on that promise for the good of people, communities, and businesses in the US and around the world. If you are looking for the opportunity to make a real difference, RTI is the place for you. About the Hiring GroupRTI’s Center for Education, Communications, and Training (CECT) has an opening for a Research Education Analyst. This is a contingent hire position for a proposal to the U.S. Department of Labor: Growing Quality Registered Apprenticeship Programs through Industry Intermediaries. This project aims to increase the footprint of apprenticeship. The Apprenticeships Technical Assistance and Data Specialist will lead Task 2 Outreach and Recruitment, which involves the development and delivery of outreach activities as well as tracking, and reporting of registered apprenticeship data. This specialist will also provide rigorous and intensive coaching to assist employers in joining established programs, or developing and implementing their own programs. This position can be based in any of RTI’s U.S. offices or remote from anywhere within the U.S. What You'll DoServe as Task Leader for Registered Apprenticeship projects, including industry intermediaries. Tasks can include sponsor/employer recruitment and outreach and technical assistance to sponsors/employers.Provide intensive technical assistance to entities in 10+ states.Manage the reporting and documentation of activities and outcomes in customer’s Salesforce environment to input apprenticeship data.Represent RTI and the projects to senior leadership at state agencies, local agencies, national organizations and associations, and corporations.Provide expert-level Registered Apprenticeship knowledge and understanding across the project.Create scientific stature opportunities through presenting at conferences and publishing blogs and other media.Mentor staff in understanding the nuances of the apprenticeship system.Contribute to proposals related to apprenticeship and workforce development.Collaborate with partners including other DOL-funded intermediaries, organizations, and policy organizations. What You'll NeedMinimum Qualifications:Bachelors’ degree and at least 12 years of relevant experience, or a Master’s degree and at least 10 years of relevant experience.At least one year of experience working for a state apprenticeship agency.Experience reporting apprenticeship data through the U.S. Department of Labor’s reporting systems.Familiarity with concepts, practices, and procedures related to Registered Apprenticeship (RA).Expertise with RA system, including but not limited to, §29 CFR part 29, scaling RA nationally, building high quality career pathways to RA, convening stakeholders, improving processes, and developing partnership strategies.To qualify, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States and should not require, now or in the future, sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B visa status, etc.). Preferred Qualifications:Excellent knowledge of Salesforce as it is used to report on apprenticeship outcomes, per the practices of DOL.Ability to learn new technologies and systems, such as DOL’s RAPIDS system.Ability to communicate about apprenticeship, registration of apprenticeship programs, and the nuances of the workforce development system.Excellent knowledge of MS Word, Outlook, Powerpoint, and Excel.Ability to manage multiple priorities and handle stress associated in meeting frequent, multiple and tight deadlines.Ability to work well with others.Ability to work independently and to be self-directed as appropriate.Attention to detail and accuracy.Leverage understanding of apprenticeship to support TA development, delivery, and reporting.Employs digital agility and problem solving.Ability to follow standard operating procedures in accordance with DOL Salesforce practices.Ability to clearly communicate complex technical issues around reporting both orally and in writing. EEO & Pay Equity StatementsFor San Francisco, CA USA Job Postings Only: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Further information is available here. RTI accepts applications to our job openings from candidates with criminal histories or conviction records in accordance with all applicable laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. For Applicants in Massachusetts Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. The anticipated pay range for this role is listed below. Our pay ranges represent national averages and may vary by location as a geographic differential may be applied to some locations within the United States. RTI considers multiple factors when making an offer including, for example: established salary range, internal budget, business needs, and education and years of work experience possessed by the applicant. Further, salary is merely one element to our offer.At RTI, we demonstrate our commitment to rewarding individual and team achievement through a total rewards package. This package includes (among other things) a competitive base salary, a generous paid time off policy, merit based annual increases, bonus opportunities and a robust recognition program. Other benefits include a competitive range of insurance plans (including health, dental, life, and short-term and long-term disability), access to a retirement savings program such as a 401(k) plan, paid parental leave for all parents, financial assistance with adoption expenses or infertility treatments, financial reimbursement for education and developmental opportunities, an employee assistance program, and numerous other offerings to support a healthy work-life balance. Equal Pay Act Minimum/Range$126,000 - $153,000

Responsibilities

Serve as Task Leader for Registered Apprenticeship projects, including industry intermediaries. Tasks can include sponsor/employer recruitment and outreach and technical assistance to sponsors/employers.Provide intensive technical assistance to entities in 10+ states.Manage the reporting and documentation of activities and outcomes in customer’s Salesforce environment to input apprenticeship data.Represent RTI and the projects to senior leadership at state agencies, local agencies, national organizations and associations, and corporations.Provide expert-level Registered Apprenticeship knowledge and understanding across the project.Create scientific stature opportunities through presenting at conferences and publishing blogs and other media.Mentor staff in understanding the nuances of the apprenticeship system.Contribute to proposals related to apprenticeship and workforce development.Collaborate with partners including other DOL-funded intermediaries, organizations, and policy organizations

Qualification

Minimum Qualifications:Bachelors’ degree and at least 12 years of relevant experience, or a Master’s degree and at least 10 years of relevant experience.At least one year of experience working for a state apprenticeship agency.Experience reporting apprenticeship data through the U.S. Department of Labor’s reporting systems.Familiarity with concepts, practices, and procedures related to Registered Apprenticeship (RA).Expertise with RA system, including but not limited to, §29 CFR part 29, scaling RA nationally, building high quality career pathways to RA, convening stakeholders, improving processes, and developing partnership strategies.To qualify, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States and should not require, now or in the future, sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B visa status, etc.). Preferred Qualifications:Excellent knowledge of Salesforce as it is used to report on apprenticeship outcomes, per the practices of DOL.Ability to learn new technologies and systems, such as DOL’s RAPIDS system.Ability to communicate about apprenticeship, registration of apprenticeship programs, and the nuances of the workforce development system.Excellent knowledge of MS Word, Outlook, Powerpoint, and Excel.Ability to manage multiple priorities and handle stress associated in meeting frequent, multiple and tight deadlines.Ability to work well with others.Ability to work independently and to be self-directed as appropriate.Attention to detail and accuracy.Leverage understanding of apprenticeship to support TA development, delivery, and reporting.Employs digital agility and problem solving.Ability to follow standard operating procedures in accordance with DOL Salesforce practices.Ability to clearly communicate complex technical issues around reporting both orally and in writing