Director of Employment Services

Fathers & Families Support Center • St Louis, MO

32d

About The Position

This position manages the planning and completion of activities related to the monitoring, documenting, and reporting of the employment services activities of the organization.

Requirements

• Must be able to successfully manage a team and understand current employment and industry trends.
• Must understand and practice the NASW code of ethics.
• Must have knowledge of state and federal employment laws.
• Must be able to utilize agency and community resources to meet goals.
• Must be team-oriented and able to work independently.
• Must be familiar with MS Office.
• Master’s Degree in human resources, business, employment relations, community outreach, management or related preferred. Bachelor’s degree in related field in combination with experience may be sufficient.
• Must have competence in working with adults who need direction as it relates to responsible parenting issues as well as reentry population, Corrections, and Department of Justice experience.
• Must have at least 5 years in employment, workforce development, or related capacity, plus previous management experience.
• Must possess a valid Missouri driver’s license and have a reliable, insured vehicle

Responsibilities

• Review and possess a working knowledge of all grants related to the Employment Services Department.
• Prepare reports for grant funded activities and programs and oversee department budget.
• Delegate the completion and distribution of roster to team.
• Manage the day-to-day duties, communication, and documentation of the Department Coordinators.
• Oversee the management of established relationships with employers to acquire employment for graduates.
• Oversee the day-to-day activities of the Employment Services team inclusive of case management.
• Visit department of corrections to present and recruit for agency reentry programs.
• Submit monthly reports to the COO detailing all activities of the employment services group.
• Monitor and delegate recruitment efforts and program eligibility of clients
• Manage the needs assessment of those who meet requirements, identify barriers to employment.
• Manage the on-going support for job search and employment (current and past graduates).
• Attend all staff meetings, graduations, events, and others as required.
• Travel to multiple locations.
• Attend community functions, outreach efforts, and other community activities as needed.
• Conduct staff evaluations.

Benefits

• Competitive pay based on experience
• 401k plan with 6% employer match
• 95% Employer paid medical; partial payment towards qualified dependents coverage; FSA/HSA options
• Low-rate Dental & Vision coverage; employer paid Life Insurance, STD/LTD plus buy up options
• Generous PTO package with 14 paid holidays; flexible work/life balance
• Discount program, additional voluntary benefits, partial cell phone reimbursement, and paid mileage
• Annual staff retreat and an opportunity to be a part of a fantastic mission driven agency

What This Job Offers

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