Job Description

Acara Solutions is looking for an onsite Program Support Specialist for one of our clients in Phoenix, AZ.

Pay: $90k-120k

We are seeking an organized and detail-oriented Program Support Specialist to support

recruitment programs and initiatives aimed at building talent pipelines through community

colleges and K-12 schools. This role involves planning and managing the implementation of

outreach events, fostering relationships with academic institutions, tracking program

analytics, and overseeing program budgets. Funded by the CHIPS Act, this position plays a

critical role in supporting workforce development initiatives that foster an ongoing

advancement for careers in the semiconductor industry. If you are passionate about

partnership outreach and management, project management, data-driven decision-

making, and managing impactful programs that prepare an entry level workforce for careers, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:

* Program Coordination: Assist in the design, implementation, and management of

recruitment programs targeting community colleges and K-12 schools, with a focus

on technology and semiconductor-related pathways.

* Event Management: Coordinate outreach events such as community college

career fairs, industry workshops, classroom presentations, and school visits;

ensuring all logistics are executed seamlessly. Tracking all events in collaboration

with other TAD colleagues as part of the larger outreach strategy.

* Institutional Partnerships: Build and maintain relationships with community

colleges, K-12 schools, and related organizations to promote recruitment programs

and strengthen educational collaborations.

* Budget Management: Oversee program budgets funded by the CHIPS Act, ensuring

efficient allocation of resources and adherence to funding guidelines. Track

expenses, process reimbursements, and provide regular budget reports to

stakeholders.

* Candidate Engagement: Develop and implement communication strategies to

engage students and prospective candidates, including creating outreach materials,

presentations, and follow-up correspondence.

* Data Analytics: Monitor program performance by tracking metrics such as event

attendance, application rates, and program outcomes. Use analytics to evaluate the

effectiveness of recruitment initiatives and recommend ongoing improvements.

* Performance Reporting: Prepare detailed reports on program performance,

budgets, and event outcomes, presenting insights to internal and external

stakeholders for continuous improvement.

* Collaboration: Work closely with recruiters, hiring managers, strategic partners,

academic institutions, partners, and CHIPS Act program administrators to align

recruitment goals with workforce development priorities.

* Recruiting: Work closely with recruiters to understand the scope and spec required

for each role and increase pipeline of candidates to be hired supporting 50% of the

hiring demands.

* Campus Recruitment Strategy: Develop and execute strategic campus

recruitment plans to achieve hiring goals for recent graduates and interns

Required Skills / Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in human resources, Education, Business Administration,

Communications, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

* Strong organizational and event-planning skills with the ability to manage budgets

and deadlines effectively, project management experience, highly preferred.

* Experience working with community colleges and/or K-12 schools is highly

desirable.

* Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.

* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and data analytics tools (e.g., Excel, Tableau, or

similar).

* Familiarity with applicant tracking systems (ATS) or other recruitment platforms is a

plus.

* Prior experience in recruitment, program development and execution, or budget

management is preferred.

* Ability and proven experience in managing multiple stakeholders and interests

toward company goals.

* Experience working in the education industry, preferred

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