Workforce Director

Description

GENERAL SUMMARY OF THE POSITION: Responsible for developing and implementing the workforce 

programs for the organization.

Primary Responsibilities/ Tasks:

• Develop and implement the workforce development program for youth and adult. 
• Supervise the workforce development case managers. 
• Establish relationships with employers to assure placements of program clients. 
• Ensures the compliance with contracts and funders. 
• Prepare outcome reports for the workforce development unit. 
• Manage the workforce development trainers and subcontractors. 
• Assure the effective implementation of the career plans for clients. 
• Meets with local industry representatives to determine workforce and or talent needs. 
• Build and maintain productive relationships with public-sector, private-sector and non-profit 

employers to create career pathways for future talent. 

• Gathers labor market information, talent demand and skills requirements and translating 

data into meaningful information to create workforce development strategies. 

• Develop and manage a database of employers and/or industry representatives and maintain 

regular communication through appropriate channels. 

• Other duties as assigned by the Youth & Family Services Director in response to a rapidly 

changing environment. 

Organizational Competencies:

Professionalism: • Is able to communicate present information in a professional and 

structured manner.

• Is open to feedback and has a growth mindset.

Teamwork: • Collaborate with others to advance the mission of the 

organization.

Integrity: • Maintain confidentiality of all information regarding the 

organization.

• Has the ability to take ethical decisions all the time, safeguarding 

the wellbeing of the organization.

Strategic Planning • Leads the strategic planning processes for the fulfillment of 

organizational goals and objectives.

• Develops Action Plans to align the organization with the Strategy.
• Demonstrates your critical analysis and problem-solving 

capabilities.

• Make changes and adjustments to achieve goals and objectives.

Commitment to the Mission • Demonstrates the ability to adjust to situations of change positively.

• Learn in detail how the operation impacts the mission.
• It shows with actions that it believes in equality and economic mobility 

for all.

• It develops knowledge and stays at the forefront of issues related to the 

area of work and the organization

Requirements

Qualifications and Experience Requirements:

• Must have a bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or Related Field. Master’s degree 

preferred. 

• At least 3 years of experience in workforce development or training programs. 
• Must have high proficiency with computer software, including Microsoft Word, Excel and 

Outlook. Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel is a must. 

• Must have outstanding leadership skills. 
• Knowledge of salesforce software strongly preferred. 
• Must be able to work independently, be reliable and organized. 
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills. 
• Ability to secure clearance for PA Child Abuse, PA Criminal History, FBI, and National Sex 

Offenders Clearance (required). 

• Possess or ability to secure PA Drivers License and insurance (preferred). 
• Ability to secure health clearances every two years and TB once (required). 
• Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint and Microsoft Office, Constant Contact and Sales Force 

preferred. 

Physical Demands:

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to climb steps