1. An Effective Higher Education and Workforce Partnership… It only makes sense! TAACCCT National Conference September 26, 2017

2. Skill Up Network: Pathways Acceleration in Technology and Healthcare (SUN PATH)
Department of Labor’s Trade Adjustment Assistance Community College and Career Training (TAACCCT)
Round 4: $14,999,863 for New Mexico!

3. New Mexico SUN PATH Consortium: Improving Lives Strengthening Healthcare

4. NM SUN PATH Goals
Expand capacity and systemic improvements in the delivery of healthcare career pathways that align with industry needs;
Increase the attainment of degrees, certifications, and industry-recognized credentials; and
Create strategic alignment between education and workforce systems, resulting in improved employment outcomes, retention, and average earnings.

5. NM SUN PATH Partners Santa Fe Community College (lead college)
Ten New Mexico community colleges
Over 200 employer partners
NM Department of Workforce Solutions (DWS)
NM Higher Education Department
University of New Mexico - Center for Education and Policy Research (CEPR) - Evaluator

6. Percentage Of Individuals Over 25 Years Of Age
With An Associates Degree Or Higher, By Census Tact
Source: 2014 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates.
The U.S. Average Is 37.2%. The State Average Is 33.8%

10. How is the TAACCCT partnership with your workforce system structured?
Partner Sharing
How is the TAACCCT partnership with your workforce system structured?

11. What are the greatest strengths of the partnership?

12. What are the most significant challenges?

14. The Workforce/College Partnership
SUN PATH contracts with the Department of Workforce Solutions (DWS) to hire, train, and supervise Job Development Career Coaches (JDCC) on each campus
DWS hires a JDCC Manager to provide training and oversight
At least one part-time JDCC is located at each college depending on size
The college provides the office space, phone, and computer
The JDCC becomes a part of the SUN PATH team at each college
Regular communication of JDCC and SUN PATH college staff is key to success!

15. Job Development Career Coaches
Provide career readiness workshops
Resume development
Professionalism training (soft skills)
Graduation checklist
Mock interviews
Organizes job fairs
Assists with job placement
Connect with employer partners

16. Leveraging Workforce Partnerships
Workforce Innovation Opportunity Act
JDCC’s assist with connecting students with WIOA scholarships
Regional Workforce Boards
Trade Adjustment Act/TAA
Human Service Department, SL Start
Northern Regional SUN PATH Employer Meeting

17. The Role of Employer Partners
Serving on SUN PATH Statewide Advisory Council and Regional Councils
Provide input on key skills and competencies needed for relevant job training programs
Identify healthcare jobs that are in demand
Offer internship, mock interviews and job placement support
Mock interviews with SUN PATH employer partner

18. Workforce Online Connection System
This site can be accessed via the internet or at any New Mexico Workforce Connection Center statewide.
The site is available in English and Spanish
It is the most powerful job searching system in New Mexico
The site typically contains over 10,000 jobs daily with new opportunities all the time.

19. Using Labor Market Data
Labor Market Facts
Answers commonly asked questions about the local labor market.
Area Profile
Summary of labor market in a selected area.
Industry Profile
Labor market information on industries in a selected area.
Occupational Profile
Labor market information on occupations in a selected area including wages.
Education Profile
Labor market information on education programs in a selected area.

20. NM Higher Education Department/Adult Education
Expanding and Sustaining Workforce Services at New Mexico Community Colleges
Expanding workforce resources to community colleges and university campus Conference.
NM Higher Education Department/Adult Education
Several Consortium Colleges have expressed interest in sustaining a JDCC on campus.

21. Implementation of recommendations
Data Collection, Analysis, Evaluation and Reporting
JDCC’s and Coordinators enter student data into workforce online system
Consortium data Manager downloads and organizes participant data from DWS, and HED
Evaluator downloads complete data set, creates reports and data charts comparing actuals to targets
Reports are submitted to DOL and data charts are presented to stakeholders for review, analysis, and program recommendations
Implementation of recommendations

22. Essential Components of a High Performing Collaboration
Structure the system for success
Individual and distributed leadership that inspires
Set a clear vision and generate enthusiasm for it
Clear direction and communication about the goals and strategies to achieve excellence
Creating a culture of trust and support
“Love your employees” and provide honest feedback
Always stay student centered
Clear systems to measure, analyze, and manage results
Take time for fun, humor, and celebration!

23. Tips for Effectiveness as Change Agents
Prioritize – pick your battles
Trust others – assume the best and you’ll get the best
Use reason and thoughtfulness – minimize drama
Seek to understand the perspective of others
Propose ideas and seek input
Request rather than complain
Seek the Win-Win in any situation
Approach problems with kindness
Be persistent, patient, and positive!
Let go of what you can’t control
Seek to bring joy and tranquility the situation and those around you

24. Thank you!
Contact information:
Kristen Krell – SUN PATH Director
Waldy Salazar – JDCC Consortium Manager