POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT

STATUS:  Full-time

WORK LOCATION:  Thomasville/Bainbridge

            JOB CODE:  10055

POSITION TYPE:  Regular

RECRUITMENT SOURCE:  All Interested Candidates

Business and Industry Services Specialist

The Business and Industry Services Specialist is responsible for coordinating assigned operations within the Economic Development Division, with a strong emphasis on aligning training programs with current and emerging industrial systems, technologies, and workforce needs. This role serves as a liaison between the college and local businesses to ensure the delivery of responsive, high-quality, and industry-relevant training.

• Maintains contact with business and industry leaders to stay abreast of technological advances, regulatory changes, and workforce development trends;
• Promotes the college’s continuing education and customized training programs to private and public organizations;
• Assesses training needs and designs workforce development programs tailored to current industrial systems and technologies;
• Conducts or coordinates training for regional businesses and industries, both on- and off-site;
• Schedules and oversees delivery of training to ensure alignment with employer needs and industry standards;
• Oversees Course Evaluations, compiles feedback, and measures training outcomes for continuous improvement;
• Manages inventory and procurement of instructional equipment and supplies, ensuring alignment with current industry practices;
• Ensures compliance with safety protocols and OSHA standards during training activities;
• Maintains records on existing businesses and the training provided;
• Exhibits professionalism, excellent customer service, and responsiveness to customers, organizational co-workers, and other general public contacts;
• Meets departmental and division deadlines and maintains accurate reporting documentation;
• Supports a collaborative work environment and promotes team and institutional credibility through positive conduct;
• Applies problem-solving and conflict resolution skills to support quality training outcomes;
• Adheres to all State Board and college policies and procedures;
• Participates in assessment, planning, budgeting, and staff development; and
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Knowledge of current industrial and manufacturing systems
• Knowledge of community and industry training needs, workforce development practices, and industry-recognized certifications
• Familiarity with safety regulations and compliance standards, including OSHA Safety Standards
• Skill in assessing training needs and developing instructional solutions
• Proficiency in the use of computers, presentation tools, and job-related software programs
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain productive partnerships with industry leaders
• Organizational and time management skills
• Ability to analyze problems, recommend solutions, and implement changes effectively

• Associate’s degree *and* Three (3) years of experience in a business environment

Note: Experience may substitute for the degree on a year-for-year basis

In addition to the minimum qualifications:

• In-depth knowledge of industrial and manufacturing processes, equipment, and training methods, particularly in the context of workforce development and customized training solutions.
• Familiarity with the regional business and industry landscape, particularly within Thomas, Grady, Decatur, and Seminole counties and may include other Southwest Georgia counties within SRTC’s service area (Mitchell, Colquitt, Miller, Early, Worth, Tift, and Turner), as needed.

• Salaried
• Salary commensurate with qualifications and relevant experience 
• Eligible for benefits

• For assistance/accommodations with the application/interview process, contact April Bentley, Human Resources Director at abentley@southernregional.edu or 229-217-4255.
• All required education credentials, license, certification and/or registration must be submitted prior to employment.
• References will be checked.
• Post offer requirements following a conditional offer of employment to include a criminal history records check, a motor vehicle records check, and as applicable, pre-employment/random drug testing, credit history records check, fingerprinting records check, medical examination, psychological screening, and test for deception.

The Technical College System of Georgia and its constituent Technical Colleges do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed or religion, national or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), disability, age, political affiliation or belief, genetic information, veteran or military status, marital status, or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law). This nondiscrimination policy encompasses the operation of all technical college-administered programs, programs financed by the federal government including any Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Title I financed programs, educational programs, and activities, including admissions, scholarships and loans, student life, and athletics. It also encompasses the recruitment and employment of personnel and contracting for goods and services.

The Technical College System and Technical Colleges shall promote the realization of equal opportunity through a positive continuing program of specific practices designed to ensure the full realization of equal opportunity. The following person(s) have been designated to manage inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Darbie Raines. At Southern Regional Technical College (SRTC), the Title IX and Section 504 Coordinator is Darbie Raines, SRTC-Moultrie 800 Veterans Parkway North, Moultrie, GA 31788, Building A, (229) 217-4145, davera@southernregional.edu.