Workforce Director in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania at Norris Square Civic Association

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

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