Adult Workforce Pathways Administrator

State of Ohio • Columbus, OH

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Administrator of the Office of Adult Workforce Pathways provides statewide leadership, policy development, and program oversight for adult education initiatives, including adult diploma and equivalency programs, high school equivalency credentials, and adult workforce-aligned education services. The Administrator ensures programs align with state and federal law, industry workforce needs, and Ohio’s strategic vision for preparing all learners for postsecondary success and meaningful employment. Serves as an unclassified employee pursuant to O.R.C. Section 3301.13 and performs the following educational and/or research duties: Under the direction of the Deputy Director, Division of Career and Technical Education and Workforce, serves as the Administrator for the Office of Adult Workforce Pathways. The Ohio Department of Education and Workforce is a diverse team of passionate, education-focused professionals responsible for overseeing and enhancing the quality of education for each of Ohio’s 1.7 million students. The Department provides the resources and supports essential to raising student achievement and accelerating learning opportunities, advancing the connectivity between K-12 and postsecondary learning, creating programs to support and expand workforce experiences, and ensuring students have the necessary supports to be ready each day to learn. As the governing body responsible for overseeing and enhancing the quality of education within the State of Ohio, the Department of Education and Workforce is dedicated to promoting educational excellence and ensuring equal access to learning opportunities for all students. The Department is committed to collaborating with schools, districts, educators, students, families, businesses, nonprofits and all stakeholders to achieve our educational goals.

Requirements

• Completion of Master’s degree
• 5 years of supervisory/management experience

Nice To Haves

• Proven field experience with adult or workforce programming
• Vast knowledge of and experience working with adult learners
• Experience developing and implementing policy
• Master’s degree (e.g., Education, Education Administration & Supervision, Educational Policy and Leadership, Adult/Workforce Education)
• Strong organizational skills with demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex roles and responsibilities
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and team-building skills
• Systems thinker with creativity and strong problem-solving skills

Responsibilities

• Ensures implementation of Ohio’s workforce priorities
• Develops and implements policies that support state and federal legislation (e.g., Adult Workforce Diploma Program, AEFLA, WIOA)
• Ensures that adults without a high school diploma have the opportunity to earn their high school equivalency diploma or high school diploma
• Leads statewide efforts to expand and ensure equitable access to adult education programs and pathways, with a focus on continuously improving outcomes for adult learners across Ohio.
• Supports the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of Integrated Education and Training (IET), Integrated English Literacy and Civics Education (IELCE), and other adult career pathway models to strengthen alignment with workforce needs and promote meaningful advancement opportunities for adult learners.
• Provides strategic leadership and oversight for state and federal adult education grant administration, ensuring compliance, accountability, and effective management of grant funded programs while supporting and guiding the team responsible for day ‑ to ‑ day grant operations.
• Develops, evaluates, and refines policies and procedures to support high-quality implementation
• Studies the impact of adult education policies and initiatives and identifies best practices for continuous improvement
• Promotes high-quality adult education (e.g., how students are trained, service delivery, professional development of staff)
• Gathers feedback from the field and refines processes based on feedback to support adult education
• Assists executive leadership in formulating policy and procedures for the office
• Collaborates with the current structure of the agency to provide excellent customer support
• Leads staff in ensuring goals are met, services are rendered and technical assistance is provided
• Ensures procedures are within federal and state regulations
• Assists with the review and recommendation of legislation pertaining to adult education at the state and national level
• Identifies and delivers professional development to support continuous growth of both staff and leadership.
• Provides leadership, direction, and supervision of professional staff, including assignment of work, evaluation, leave approval, and development of professional growth opportunities
• Oversees office operations, staffing, and budget to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations
• Monitors fiscal resources to ensure alignment with state and federal guidelines.
• Creates an environment that supports personal and professional growth and high-quality customer service.
• Serves as an agency representative on state policy boards and inter-agency initiatives
• Develops and maintains partnerships with employers, workforce development agencies, higher education institutions, Ohio Technical Centers, and other key organizations
• Coordinates statewide stakeholder engagement, including public speaking and outreach activities.

Benefits

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems ( such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS ) & Optional Deferred Compensation ( Ohio Deferred Compensation )

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager