Operations Specialist

at Robert Half in Kansas City, Missouri, United States

Job Description

Description

We are looking for a driven and meticulous Operations Specialist to oversee the daily functions of a mentoring program in Kansas City, Missouri. This long-term contract role requires a proactive individual with strong organizational skills and excellent written and verbal communication abilities to prepare high-quality documents and presentations. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders, and contribute to continuous program growth and improvement.

SATURDAY’S ARE REQUIRED!! You will have Sunday and one additional weekday off.

Responsibilities:

- Plan and coordinate weekly mentoring sessions, ensuring engaging and impactful activities for participants.

- Develop innovative educational programs and implement strategies to enhance participant engagement.

- Track and manage data on mentees, including attendance, academic achievements, individual goals, and program progress.

- Schedule and conduct one-on-one meetings with mentees and their parents or guardians to establish and review annual action plans.

- Collaborate with community partners to create opportunities in education, trades, and career development for participants.

- Lead projects aimed at expanding the mentoring program and document progress to share with stakeholders.

- Organize logistics for program events, including seminars, field trips, meetings, and other activities.

- Coordinate meal services in partnership with community groups for weekly mentoring sessions.

- Mentor and provide support to entry-level staff, fostering their growth and development.

- Assist leadership with additional tasks and projects as needed.

- Strong ability to manage client relationships and communicate effectively with diverse groups.

- Expertise in developing and implementing innovative strategies to achieve program objectives.

- Proficiency in tracking and analyzing program data to inform decision-making.

- Familiarity with building partnerships within educational institutions, trades, or career-focused organizations.

- Excellent organizational and time-management skills to handle multiple responsibilities simultaneously.

- Ability to adapt and thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

- Confidence and self-motivation to drive projects to completion with discipline and quality. TalentMatch®

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

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