OA/CTS Director (62368)

ADAMS AND ASSOCIATES INC•Ayer, MA

3d•$75,000 - $75,000•Onsite

About The Position

Job Corps is the largest federal residential career training program in the country and has been operating for more than 60 years. We help eligible young people ages 16 through 24 complete their high school education, train them for meaningful careers, and assist them with obtaining employment and independence. By offering hands-on training in fields like manufacturing, health care, technology, and construction, we prepare students for lifelong careers in the industries that power America. Since 1964, Job Corps has trained and educated over two million individuals. Our Shriver campus is located right off of Route 2 in Devens, MA and services between 200 and 300 students at any given time with rolling admissions weekly. Our 21-acre campus houses a gym, basketball courts, dormitories, full-service cafeteria, wellness clinic, classrooms, trade workshops, offices, and more. If you’re driven to make a difference in the lives of young adults and help them reach their full potential, Shriver Job Corps is the place for you. We offer a dynamic work environment that will challenge you and help you grow; Shriver provides a rewarding work experience with plenty of opportunities for advancement.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in human services, psychology, counseling, education, social science, business, communications, or closely related field from an accredited school and two years’ related supervisory experience; OR Associates degree in human services, psychology, counseling, education, social science, business, communications, or closely related field from an accredited school and four years’ related supervisory experience.
Must possess valid MA Driver's License and meet insurability requirements
Department of Labor approval required.
This role is subject to pre- and post-employment drug screening.

Nice To Haves

Some flexibility may be required based on recruiting and outreach events

Responsibilities

Supervises and manages the Outreach, Admissions, and Career Transition Services Department and staff.
Identifies and develops Center-beneficial linkages within the community for education, employment, Career Technical Training, and Work-Based Learning opportunities.
Markets and promotes a positive image of the Center and Job Corps and establishes meaningful relationships with elected officials.
Responsible for the recruitment and arrival coordination of Job Corps students.
Provides transitional support placement services leading to quality full-time jobs, higher education, military service, or advanced training.
Participates in job development activities which led to student success.
Ensures strict confidentiality of sensitive information and integrity of student data
Ensures Center meets or exceeds DOL/Company performance goals.
Interviews, recommends for hire, disciplines, recommends for termination and evaluates the performance of the employees in the OA/CTS Department.
Employs sound time-management and delegation skills.
Provides required/supplemental training for new and current employees.
Holds staff accountable for producing quality work, develops staff for career progression and disciplines staff that fail to meet goals.
Motivates and manages staff to work effectively, creates a supportive work environment, recognizes staff accomplishments and proactively addresses staff performance concerns
Provides high-quality supervision and management for the student population.
Takes swift and appropriate action and positively influences student behavior.
Shows respect and courtesy to students and holds them accountable for their actions and behavior.
Provides quality programs and services for students and ensures that quality is maintained and student needs are met.
Pursues improvement and enhancement of programs and services.
Exchanges ideas and information, both orally and in writing, in a clear and concise manner and contributes meaningfully to group efforts by offering relevant ideas and knowledge.
Provides quality and timely information to DOL/Company when requested.
Effectively articulates thoughts and ideas.
Identifies problems, analyzes causes and evaluates appropriate solutions prior to taking or recommending actions.
Follows up to ensure prompt/appropriate action is taken and that problems are in fact corrected.
Works in partnership with staff from all Departments to ensure effective supervision and services are provided to students.
Accepts direction and supervision from the Center Director/Center Duty Officer/Shift Manager to include assignments to temporarily perform job responsibilities of other departments and positions.
Other duties as assigned.