Workforce Development Assistant Administrator

County of Wake, NC • Raleigh, NC

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Workforce Development Assistant Administrator serves as the Regional Reentry Manager and leads a multi‑county partnership among the Capital Area Workforce Development Board, Kerr‑Tar Workforce Development Board, and Durham Workforce Development Board. This role oversees the delivery of reentry services for individuals returning from Federal Correctional Facilities to the Triangle region. The manager ensures strong coordination among partner boards, Federal Bureau of Prisons facilities in Butner, and the NC Division of Workforce Solutions (grant administrator) to meet program, reporting, and grant compliance requirements.

About Our Team
Capital Area Workforce Development (CAWD) is a public-private partnership that focuses on economic development by ensuring the local workforce has the skills, training, and education to meet the needs of local employers. The board oversees workforce solutions in Wake Johnston, Lee, Chatham, and Orange counties designed to serve businesses and individuals of all ages. We believe in economic development through workforce excellence. The award winning CAWD Reentry Team provides support services and employment assistance to help prepare men and women returning from incarceration for successful employment and self-sufficiency. CAWD is the local provider for the federal Partnerships for Reentry Opportunities in Workforce Development (PROWD) grant initiative. Through this initiative, CAWD will provide case management, job training, employment assistance, and supportive services for individuals being released from the Butner Federal Prison. This is a time-limited position through March 2029 with the possibility of extension. To learn more about Capital Area and the work we do, visit: https://capitalareancworks.com/
What Makes Wake Great
Consistently ranked high among the best places to live and work in America, Wake County is home to NC State University, Research Triangle Park, and 2006 Stanley Cup Champions, the Carolina Hurricanes. In addition to being Wake County’s seat of government, Raleigh is also the center of state government, with the Capitol Building, legislature and many state government offices located in Raleigh. With an estimated population of just over 1.2 million residents, Wake County is North Carolina’s most populous county. Entertainment, recreation, and art and culture abound with the North Carolina Museum of Art, JC Raulston Arboretum, and the Neuse River Trail all in the heart of Wake County. Wake County uses the Council/Manager form of government. Currently, the seven members of the Board of Commissioners are elected by district on a partisan basis and serve four-year terms. In Fall 2026, two at-large seats will be added for nine total commissioners. The County is regarded as a fiscally responsible and well-managed government, enjoying a AAA bond rating. The County’s FY2026 General Fund budget is approximately $2.1 billion, and the County has over 5,100 full time employees. Wake County Government came in at #2 on the Healthiest Employers list for 2024. This year, US News & World Report ranked Raleigh #5 on its list of Best Places to Live, and the Milken Institute ranked Raleigh #1 on its 2025 list of Best-Performing Cities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Human Resources Administration or related field
• Four years of experience in public administration or workforce development
• Equivalent education and experience are accepted
• Skilled in building community support and coordinating programs or initiatives
• Proven track record of leading program teams to meet performance goals
• Background in project coordination, project management, and/or grant management
• Proficient in MS Office products
• Capable of developing procedures for record-keeping, budget monitoring, and sustaining program features
• Consistently maintains accurate records and meets deadlines
• Demonstrates strong initiative and works effectively with minimal supervision
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Nice To Haves

• At least 5 years of management experience with reentry and the justice system
• At least 5 years of grant management experience, especially federal grants

Responsibilities

• Lead a multi‑board regional team and ensure aligned, high‑quality service delivery across partners.
• Serve as the central coordinator among all three workforce development boards, Butner Federal facilities, and NC DWS for grant oversight and reporting.
• Strengthen collaboration with correctional facilities, reentry councils, community organizations, and employers to support returning citizens.
• Guide staff as they build relationships that expand employment and support opportunities for justice‑involved individuals.
• Oversee program data, records, and documentation to meet compliance standards.
• Manage grant budgets, expenditures, and reporting requirements with support from internal management and accounting teams.
• Prepare regular reports and respond to monitoring requests from workforce boards, NC DWS, and federal funders.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees