Grants, RFPs, & Job Postings
GRANTS
There are no grant applications available at this time.
Requests For Proposals
Request for Proposal
Northwest Lower Michigan Materials Management Report
June 13, 2022
Networks Northwest is issuing this Request for Proposal (RFP) to evaluate and select a contractor responsible for developing a comprehensive report that examines and assesses materials management in the region. This opportunity is made available through the State of Michigan Materials Management County Engagement Grant.
To see the full RFP click on the link below.
Northwest Lower Michigan Materials Management Report RFP
Using the subject line “NWMI Materials Management Report,” please submit all proposals to:
Mathew Cooke, Community Planner Networks Northwest
mathew.cooke@networksnorthwest.org
(231) 929-5056
Responses to the RFP are due by 5:00 pm on July 15, 2022.
Networks Northwest
as the administrative entity for the
Northwest Michigan Workforce Development Board
issues the following
Request for Proposal (RFP)
Seeking a One-Stop Operator for Northwest Michigan Works!, Inc.
Issue Date: June 1st, 2022
Due Date: July 1st, 2022
The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) requires each local Workforce Development Board (WDB) to solicit a One Stop Operator (OSO) through a competitive bid process. The role of the OSO, per WIOA, is to provide coordination of the various service providers within the one-stop American Job Center(s). The Act does not define the OSO role beyond that (see WIOA Section 121).
Networks Northwest has identified the following as desired roles of the OSO:
- Evaluate and provide assessment of customer service practices. Processes to be evaluated are, but are not limited to, staff and customer interaction, customer intake, customer triage, customer process flow, and staff assisted career services;
- Serve as a natural convener of WIOA required partners within the American Job Centers with the goal of introducing a continuous improvement mindset and culture as it pertains to customer process flow within the American Job Centers;
- Facilitate a comprehensive workforce development strategic planning process that may include, but is not limited to, an assessment of regional talent related resources and shortfalls, identifying workforce development priorities, and establishing desired outcomes.
To see the full RFP click on the link below.
Proposals in response to the RFP must be received by 5:00 p.m. on July 1, 2022.
Proposals must be submitted electronically to the following email address: jessica.willis@networksnorthwest.org
Job POSTINGS
Offender Success Resource Specialist
Networks Northwest is seeking a dynamic individual to join our Offender Success team as a Resource Specialist. This rewarding position will work directly with formerly incarcerated individuals and provide one-on-one case coordination services, primarily related to job placement and housing stability. The Resource Specialist will assist recently paroled customers with navigating and accessing community-based supports, as well as provide employment specific, j
For a full job description click on the link below.
Offender Success Resource Specialist
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume by Wednesday, July 6 to:
Lydia Bloem, Offender Success Regional Director, lydia.bloem@networksnorthwest.org
Apprenticeship Specialist
Northwest Michigan Works! is seeking a training and education coordinator to assist in the planning, implementation and management of apprenticeship programs in Northwest Michigan. In this exciting role you will work directly with employers and educational providers to facilitate the development and maintenance of apprenticeship programs across a wide range of industries and occupations. On the job learning is provided.
For a full job description click on the link below.
Please submit a cover letter and resume to Evelyn.Szpliet@NetworksNorthwest.org
Northwest Michigan Works! Adult Education Aide
Northwest Michigan Works! is seeking an Adult Education Aide whose duties will include clerical, data entry, student record maintenance, and maintaining social media accounts for the adult education program. This is a full-time professional position that functions as a key member of the adult education team working directly with the Adult Education Regional Director.
For a full job description click on the link below.
To apply, email resume and cover letter to:
Christy Nelson, christy.nelson@networksnorthwest.org
Northwest Michigan Works! Adult Education Learning Lab Specialist (North)
Northwest Michigan Works! is seeking an Adult Education Learning Lab Specialist to provide career planning and guidance to adult education participants in the Traverse City, Kalkaska, and Petoskey Learning Labs. This is a full-time professional paid position working directly with Learning Lab participants and functioning as a key member of the adult education team.
This position will be based in Traverse City but will be serving the Traverse City, Kalkaska, and Petoskey Learning Labs. Frequent travel will be required.
For a full job description click on the link below.
To apply, email resume and cover letter to:
Christy Nelson, christy.nelson@networksnorthwest.org
Northwest Michigan Works! Adult Education Learning Lab Specialist (South)
Northwest Michigan Works! is seeking an Adult Education Learning Lab Specialist to provide career planning and guidance to adult education participants in the Cadillac, Manistee, and Benzonia Learning Labs. This is a full-time professional paid position working directly with Learning Lab participants and functioning as a key member of the adult education team.
This position will be based in Cadillac but will be serving the Cadillac, Manistee, and Benzonia Learning Labs. Frequent travel will be required.
For a full job description click on the link below.
To apply, email resume and cover letter to:
Christy Nelson, christy.nelson@networksnorthwest.org
For other job postings in northwest Michigan, visit Pure Michigan Talent Connect: mitalent.org
Networks Northwest and Northwest Michigan Works! are Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employers and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, veteran status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status or disability (in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act) with respect to employment opportunities. Auxiliary aids and service are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.
Testimonial
Northwest Michigan Works! is an essential resource for employers and job seekers in the Northern Michigan area.
Kathy Stuart, Michigan Rubber Products Human Resource Manager