Operations Director

Education & Training Resources LLC•Montgomery, AL

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About The Position

Plans, directs and administers the Career Services Program which includes: Academic and Career Technical Training, Advanced Career Training, Occupational Career Training, Career Preparation Period, Independent Living and Recreation. Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as needed to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Requirements

Demonstrated knowledge of management practices and principles; proven ability to lead and support teams
Working knowledge of the methods and practices of Job Corps administration or a similar program
Proven track record of meeting and exceeding goals and objectives
Comprehensive knowledge of effective instructional strategies, classroom management and content field
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
Evidence of the ability to consistently make good decisions through a combination of analysis, wisdom, experience and judgment
Proven ability to balance the delivery of programs against the realities of a budget
Capacity to set and enforce accountability
Proficient in the use of computer software (Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc)
Bachelor’s degree in education, social services or related field.
Three years related experience; one of which was in a management capacity.
Must possess valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
Reading, writing and communicating fluently in English
Hearing and speaking to express ideas and/or exchange information in person or over the telephone
Seeing to read labels, posters, documents, PC screens, etc.
Sitting, standing, moving about or walking for occasional or frequent periods of time
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard and other office equipment
Kneeling, bending at the waist, stooping and reaching overhead
Retrieving and storing files and supplies; occasionally carrying and/or lifting light objects

Responsibilities

Plans, organizes, directs and administers the Career Services Program.
Provides supervision, training, assessment, and leadership for assigned staff.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Establishes the Career Services Program’s mission and strategic plan, objectives, goals; evaluates program effectiveness.
Oversees the introductory phase in the program for new arrivals.
Acts as Center Director in the absence of the same.
Acts as trusted advisor to the Center Director and is a member of the senior leadership team.
Plans, organizes and controls the use of overtime and on-call staff to insure compliance with Center and ETR policy and procedures.
Demonstrated ability to analyze problems identifies alternative solutions, assign accountability and implement recommendations.
Demonstrated ability to apply principles of conflict resolution to resolve interpersonal problems that arise.
Strong analytical skills in evaluation of academic and vocational programs, policies, operations and systems.
Working knowledge of academic and vocational education programs, policies and practices.
Demonstrated knowledge of principles and practices of budget preparation and administration.
Working knowledge of principles and practices of organization administration and personnel management.
Oversees the Recreation department and implements and coordinates on and off center activities.