Apprenticeship Recruiter & Outreach Specialist

Responsibilities

• Designs, implements, and evaluates recruitment and selection processes, continuously improving how candidates are attracted and evaluated.
• Measures the effectiveness of recruitment strategies and adjusts approaches accordingly.
• Manages the full recruitment/intake workflow to maintain policy alignment and accuracy.
• Generates reports to assess recruitment outcomes and program impact.
• Provides prospective students with information about program requirements and benefits through in-person visits, calls, emails, and mailings.
• Collaborates with Membership and Marketing to source and implement strategies for hard-to-fill areas.
• Maintains the EEOC Compliance Plan for apprenticeship programs, pursuing diversity efforts with women’s organizations, minority groups, veterans, and related stakeholders; documents activities and responds to audits.
• Works closely with internal teams and external partners such as BIA, Job Corps, and schools to advance workforce initiatives.
• Recruits qualified applicants for WECA’s Apprenticeship and Training Programs in line with state/federal regulations and company policies, upholding high ethical standards.
• Leads testing and interviewing activities for all apprenticeship programs and follows up with interviewees and applicants.
• Collaborates on handbook and standards updates or policy changes, providing input as needed.
• Guides and trains interview participants and others on recruitment and selection processes; develops recruitment procedures and instructions.
• Serves as a resource on the application and interview process and provides training where needed.
• Partners with contractors and agencies on workforce needs and recruitment matters.
• Engages with job counselors to convey program benefits and participates in job fairs, outreach events, and other activities to inform potential students and contractors.
• Creates and maintains a comprehensive project plan that includes recruiting events and activities.
• Develops and maintains relationships with groups such as VA, EDD, BIA, NAWIC, and others.
• Produces reports on the success of promotional efforts as requested and collaborates with contractors on strategic workforce solutions.
• Understands Apprenticeship Rules and Standards for all programs; drafts necessary letters and assists with apprenticeship-related needs and preventive measures.
• Contributes to the Operations Team and supports customer service and project work as required.
• Responds to client inquiries in a timely manner, aiming for quick responses and within 24 business hours when possible.
• Demonstrates strong communication and interpersonal skills, conducts needs assessments, contributes to candidate selection, and solves problems in group or one-on-one settings.
• Collaborates effectively as a leader or team member across departments and with external partners.
• Listens to clients and stakeholders, adapting to changing priorities and multiple tasks while meeting deadlines.
• Maintains a professional image for the association; performs complex analyses and develops actionable recommendations.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Publisher) and standard office equipment.
• Recognizes that recruiting top candidates requires nonstandard hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Travels across California, Arizona, and Utah (approximately 75% travel) using a personal vehicle, with travel expenses reimbursed and a valid driver’s license required.

Requirements

• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities, with experience conducting needs assessments and contributing to candidate selection and problem solving in both group and individual settings.
• Ability to lead or collaborate across departments and work with diverse teams.
• Active listening skills to understand and respond to requests from staff and stakeholders.
• Adaptability to shifting priorities and the capacity to manage multiple tasks to meet deadlines.
• Professional demeanor and the ability to project a positive image for the Association.
• Capability to perform complex analyses and develop recommendations; proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Publisher) and common office equipment.
• Nontraditional work hours are expected, including evenings and weekends, as recruitment requires.
• Willingness to travel statewide across California, Arizona, and Utah, approximately 75% of the time.
• Valid driver’s license and normal automobile insurability; the position uses a personal vehicle with travel expenses reimbursed.

Technologies

• Microsoft Office

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Job Type

• Full-time

Pay

• $30.00 - $33.00 per hour

Location

• Riverside, CA (hybrid)