Executive Director - Merced County, CA

Career Team•Merced County, CA

4d•$80,000 - $85,000•Onsite

About The Position

Career Team is a leading workforce development organization on a mission to transform lives. We blend cutting-edge technology with compassionate, high-touch services to drive real, measurable outcomes in the lives of job seekers across the country. At Career Team, we’re solving today’s unemployment challenges with smart software, world-class trainers, dedicated case managers, dynamic job developers, and innovative partners. If you're passionate about making a difference and believe in the power of technology to transform lives, you’ll feel right at home here. Career TEAM is looking to hire an Executive Director who will be responsible for managing and supervising staff, and overseeing the administration, programs, and strategic plan. The Executive Director will oversee all aspects of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Title 1, Adult and Dislocated Worker including plans, implements, administers, and evaluate projects and activities necessary to ensure programmatic performance and compliance standards are met. In this role, the incumbent will practice working knowledge in Workforce Development protocols, which include a basic understanding of the field, core programs, and business plans. As a leader and member of the Corporate Management Team the Executive Director is accountable for ensuring quality and integrity across Workforce functions. This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at the listed location.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, public relations, or community organization or development
5+ years of experience in operations
5+ years of experience in business, marketing, public relations, education, and/or human and/or workforce development services
Knowledge of planning and organizing work standards, processes, and references to regularly assist management
Understanding of technical support underlying issues related to customer problems and taking action to prevent future occurrences
Knowledgeable about the WIOA program and other workforce program requirements
Strong emotional intelligence and ability to lead a team with different working styles
A demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while remaining flexible, proactive, resourceful, and efficient in maintaining a high-level of confidentiality
Sharp attention to detail with strong organizational, analytical, research, and critical thinking skills
Computer literate with proficiency in Microsoft Office (e.g., Word, Excel), PowerPoint, training platforms, and case management or customer relations software applications
Exceptional time management skills to meet deadlines and work under pressure
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
A Valid Driver’s License

Nice To Haves

Master’s or MBA degree
Knowledgeable about the local region and relevant partners
Astounding ability to multitask and be proactive

Responsibilities

Labor Market research and evaluation
Case management
Performance outcomes
Job search activities using skill, aptitude, and value assessment software
Enrollment services
Placement outcomes
Digital literacy and basic skills training programs
Completion of hard skills Credential Training Program
Ensures compliance with contract requirements, including the adherence to policies and procedures and program monitoring
Focus on expenditure rates ensuring on-track performance without disallowed costs, driving metrics, and performance, providing support and coaching to staff, and creating service delivery plans
Coordinate the planning and implementation of policies and procedures for continuous improvement and customer satisfaction
Partner with the local development Workforce Board to ensure local area needs are met, support growth, and build community awareness of WIOA and partner services
Serve as the primary local contact and contract liaison funding source
Lead a team of high-functioning employees to execute the program initiatives while supporting employee growth in becoming highly trained workforce development professionals
Develop and implement strategies to incorporate a focus on performance objectives in the daily operations of organizational staff
Responsible for the planning and implementation of policies and procedures and a quality management model for continuous improvement and customer satisfaction
Hire, train, and develop staff ensuring appropriate application learning process
Accurate and thorough completion of required documentation and reports
Approach each day and task with a “ZAG” mindset
Other duties and projects as needed