SCSEP Program Manager II

Goodwill of the Olympics & Rainier Region•Tacoma, WA

44d•$29 - $32

About The Position

Our vision is that every person has the opportunity to learn, work, and thrive in all aspects of life. To achieve our vision, we are committed to dismantling racism and advancing equity, diversity, and inclusion so we can help people reach their fullest potential through our education, job placement, and career pathway services. We do our work with great gratitude for the community donations, purchases, and partnerships that make our mission possible. Position Summary: The Senior Community Service Employment (SCSEP) Program Manager II is responsible for administrative management of the federally funded SCSEP program throughout our 15 county region. We are a subcontractor to Goodwill Industries International (GII) on their U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) SCSEP contract. This grant funded program subsidizes part-time employment and training to adults 55 years of age and older to gain work experience that will lead to unsubsidized private sector employment. This position will provide planning and direction to develop employer partnerships and ensure participant placement to achieve job placement goals. Responsibilities include fund management, contract administration, supervision of staff, and occasional travel.

Requirements

Bachelors degree in Social Services or a related field; or equivalent related educational or professional experience.
Prior experience working in a non-profit environment
Extensive experience managing and leading people and projects to achieve performance goals.
Experience with implementing programs, budgeting, interpreting complex regulations and meeting grant requirement is also required.
Exceptional analytical, judgment, decision-making and communications skills
Superior coaching, leadership and interpersonal skills, including the ability to build understanding and consensus
Ability to read and interpret hard data and metrics.
Ability to write creatively and articulately with an emphasis on tact and diplomacy.
Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization.
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as: addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, and average.
Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra when working on spreadsheets.
Ability to create and manage departmental budget.
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Microsoft Office products, specifically Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Comprehensive understanding of all aspects of SCSEP Program Manager II
Washington State Driver’s License required
Self-motivated; resourceful, creative; high integrity; problem solver; looks to resolve issues; positive can-do approach; and ability to build effective working relationships.

Nice To Haves

A working knowledge of barriers faced by vulnerable populations, especially senior and /or low income individuals is highly desired.

Responsibilities

Lead strategic planning for the SCSEP Program including developing program and participant requirements, determining enrollment goals, and establishing worksite agreements with employers.
Oversee the development of ongoing employer/business relationships in the private sector, nonprofit sector, and government sector, to foster new work experience opportunities and to build pathways to unsubsidized employment post program.
Develop marketing and education strategy around the benefits of the SCSEP program to increase interest and enrollments in the program.
Create, oversee, and maintain the SCSEP GII budget and the GORR budget.
Oversee the daily activities of program staff, providing instruction and direction in multiple locations to ensure performance measures are met.
Train staff and provide oversight on recruitment, human resources processes, payroll, enrollment procedures, income eligibility, completing assessments, and employment plans.
Develop consistent communication process/strategy to stay informed of staff progress
Coordinate the completion of all required reports and ensure reports are submitted to GII in a timely fashion.
Remain up to date on the DOL and GII Program requirements and provide information to staff in a timely manner
Provide direction to staff in resolving participant issues and concerns oversee the Participant Grievance Process.
Coordinate input into annual contracts/agreement processes; facilitate the final approval of required documents through a formal contract review process.
Actively participate in the American Job Center (AJC - WorkSource) sites for each Workforce Development region to support system planning and strategies.

Benefits

Medical, Vision, and Dental (M/V/D) insurance coverage for employees.
We provide coverage for you, with a portion of the employee premium paid by Goodwill.
Dependent coverage is available, with the cost being the responsibility of the employee
Accident & Life insurance options to ensure financial protection. 
401(k) Retirement Plan
Vacation (1-4 Years: 80 hours annually)
10 paid Holidays annually
8 days prorated sick leave annually
Access to Childcare Benefits through Upwards
Parental leave covered by sick/vacation hours
All employees receive merchandise discounts
We strongly believe in promoting from within, and have multiple avenues for career growth