Workforce Scholars
Key Dates:
Dallas College Workforce Scholars Start Date:
September 19-23: Student/parent information sessions conducted.
September 26: Students interview for positions.
October 10: Students informed of interview results. Selected students participate in Dallas College orientation and begin new hire paperwork.
October 31: Target start date - allows students to receive their first paycheck in December.
Students and Parents will complete and sign the Commitment Letter
Commitment Letters will be vetted by Dallas ISD Personnel
Eligible students will be referred to Dallas College for additional instructions
Eligibility Requirements:
Students who wish to participate in the Dallas College Workforce Scholars Program must meet the following requirements:
Have junior or senior standing AND be at least 16 years of age at the time the internship begins.
Have and maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale.
Enrolled in a Career and Technical Education course.
Complete the interest survey.
Job Opportunities:
Application Support Specialist
Works with various aspects of information technology systems. Responsible for analyzing and designing program/system improvements for software systems.
Facilities Maintenance Helper
An entry-level position that performs a variety of tasks requiring basic skills in assisting skilled craftsmen.
Facilities Maintenance Service Assistant
Performs a variety of semi-skilled repair and preventative maintenance work in one or more of the general building trades.
Facilities Maintenance Service Technician I
Under general supervision an intermediate level position that assists with the maintenance of assigned building locations and provides support in carrying out duties in various functional areas such as painting, carpentry, plumbing, moving furniture, etc.
Facilities Support Service Assistant I
An entry-level position that supports facility functions related to building services and includes receiving and shipping, mailroom duties and physical inventory functions. Support functions include reproduction and initial troubleshooting for assigned location and reporting problems to supervisor.
HVAC Apprentice
An entry-level position that performs preventive maintenance, and installs the HVAC system, diagnosing and repairing problems, or replacing components or the entire system.
HVAC Technician I
Leads troubleshooting, installation, and repair efforts on commercial grade heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems. Leads the installation of components that require controls programming and linkage to the campus central control system.
Network Support Specialist I
Performs entry-level network support functions. Works with administrative/educational applications and network systems and assists with the development, implementation, and maintenance of the same. Works under close supervision with minimal latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
Quality Assurance Specialist I
Responsible for planning, coordinating, and implementing quality assurance activities by reviewing quality specifications and technical design documents to provide timely and meaningful feedback. Designs/implements tests, debugs, and defines corrective actions.
System Support Specialist I
An entry-level position is responsible for providing desktop computer support and first-level application and network troubleshooting for internal and external users.
Potential Job Opportunities for Full-Time positions and number of openings at Dallas College locations
| Position | Location | No. of Open Positions | Department / Sector |
|---|---|---|---|
| System Support Specialist | BHC, CVC, EFC, ECC, MVC, NLC, RLC | Information Technology (I.T.) | |
| Application Support Specialist I | District Service Center (DSC) | Information Technology (I.T.) | |
| Quality Assurance Specialist I | District Service Center (DSC) | Information Technology (I.T.) | |
| Network Support Specialist I | BHC, CVC, EFC, ECC, MVC, NLC, RLC | Information Technology (I.T.) | |
| Administrative I | BHC, CVC, EFC, ECC, MVC, NLC, RLC | Facilities | |
| Automotive Maintenance | EFC, RLC | Facilities | |
| HVAC | BHC, CVC, EFC, ECC, MVC, NLC, RLC | Facilities | |
| Landscape & Grounds | BHC, CVC, EFC, ECC, MVC, NLC, RLC | Facilities | |
| Plumbing | BHC, CVC, EFC, ECC, MVC, NLC, RLC | Facilities |
Timeline
| Date | Item | Team |
|---|---|---|
| February 22 – March 4 | Dallas College will students with next steps and coordinate assisting students with activating their Greenlight lockers to upload resume cover letters, resumes, and school schedules | Dallas College |
| February 28 – March 10 | Dallas College will review, and vet resume cover letters, resumes, and school schedules | Dallas College |
| March 11 | 5:00 pm deadline for all student uploads (resume cover letters, resumes, and school schedules) to Greenlight | Dallas ISD Students |
| March 14 – 18 | Spring Break | Dallas ISD & Dallas College |
| March 21 – 25 | Dallas College will coordinate setting up virtual interviews for students with Dallas ISD staff | Dallas College |
| March 24 – April 1 | Dallas College staff will interview candidates and make offers to those chosen for the positions, start Human Resources onboarding process | Dallas College |
| April 4 | Dallas Workforce Scholars Report to their worksite and complete all Human Resources onboarding paperwork and receive their Welcome Packet for Virtual Orientation | Dallas College |
Student Checklist:
Activating Greenlight Locker Account – written job aid and video to click and access
Write and Review Cover Letters and Resume
Uploading Cover Letter, Resume, and school
Preparing for Interview (with Dallas ISD Personnel)
Mock Interviews setup
EL Coordinator Checklist:
Information Session regarding Dallas College Process for Dallas College Workforce Scholars Program
Activating Greenlight Locker Account – document date met with student
Setup Resume Review – date set/document date student attended
Assist if needed to upload Cover Letter, Resume, and school schedule – document date set/date completed
Preparing for Interview
Interview Packet
Sample interview questions
Coordinate interview slots for students to DC work groups (IT and Facilities)
Send out Welcome Packets and conduct Orientation for April 4th
Human Resources Onboarding (coming soon)
When selected students will click on the link that send them to PageUp to complete all HR onboarding paperwork, which includes the application
Find these and other great jobs in your GreenLight Locker under the "My Opportunities" section.