SALARY

$87,324.51

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the direction of Workforce Initiatives – Project Consultant, plans, coordinates, and administratively supports CTA’s workforce diversity initiatives and   efforts.  and oversees reporting and research projects for the Authority’s Workforce Diversity initiatives.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

•             Develops regular and special Workforce initiatives pertaining to allocated projects then reports on progress and successful found data

•             Creates and maintains Workforce reports that identify opportunities and efforts to ensure contractors meet set Workforce goals on allocated projects.

•             Develop effective working relationships with CTA construction contractors and construction trade unions, maintaining regular contact.

•             Identify, develop and maintain relationships with business and industry, governmental agencies, community organizations and workforce development partners to ensure quality and relevance to programs; and network with other program coordinators.

•             Represents the department on various Workforce matters with outside agencies and vendors.

•             Organize, plan, and execute workforce outreach events as necessary for various assigned projects.

•             Assist in developing workforce marketing materials including brochures, on line marketing, and other methods to advertise Diversity Workforce Initiatives.

•             Participates in the development and administration of the Diversity Workforce Program and its policies, goals and objectives.

•             Represents the Authority in Workforce related matters.

•             Researches special Workforce Development issues and prepares related reports. Submits reports to management.

•             Conducts regular audits to ensure data integrity is maintained accurate in master data files.  Identifies data issues and recommends changes to management.

•             Participates in a variety of special projects as assigned. Creates various graphic presentations relating related Workforce programs and related activities.

•             Coordinates, schedules, and attends various meetings and seminars, as appropriate.

•             Create, maintain, and/or supervise an effective filing system to support programs and workforce relations.

•             Performs related duties as assigned.

MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES

Reporting to this position are the following jobs:

Job Title

•             None

CHALLENGES

•             Keeping abreast of all federal program regulations, changes and challenges to ensure accurate reporting.

•             Monitoring and Coordinating Workforce events and schedules.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

•             Bachelor’s degree in Liberal Arts, Social Service, Public Administration, or related field. 

•             Three plus (3+) years of experience in the field of employment, education, training, project management or a related field, plus at least two years of experience in workforce development.

•             Must possess a valid driver’s license.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

•             Requires navigating through construction sites to perform site visits under usual construction conditions.

•             Requires remaining in a stationary position for extended periods of time and constantly operating a computer and other office productivity machinery.

•             Service Area Requirement: Exempt (Non-Union) employees must live within the boundaries of the CTA Statutory Service Area either at the time of employment or within 6 months of beginning employment at CTA.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

•             Detailed knowledge of research design, statistical analysis, measurement, and assessment methodologies.

•             Knowledge of LCP Tracker and B2G Now a plus.

•             Strong written and verbal communication skills.

•             Strong analytical skills.

•             Basic knowledge and understanding of issues that affect individuals with barriers.

•             Strong process orientation: Detail oriented, logical, and methodological approach to problem solving.

•             Good project management skills, including the ability to work independently on projects of high complexity with minimal supervision.

•             Good judgment and creative problem-solving skills, including negotiation and conflict resolution skills.

•             Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects.

•             Proficiency with MS Office Suite.

WORKING CONDITIONS

•             General office environment.

•             Occasionally required to travel to various work locations within the Chicago Metropolitan Area.

EQUIPMENT, TOOLS, AND MATERIALS UTILIZED

•             Personal computer, related software (Microsoft Word, Power Point, Excel), and other applications required by the department.

•             Standard office equipment.