Workforce Development Manager

Dynalectric Company

1d•$110,000 - $130,000•Onsite

About The Position

Are you looking to begin a rewarding career in Workforce Development? The Workforce Development Manager reports directly to our Human Resources Director. This is a client-facing role that requires the ability to be self- motivated, work independently and build relationships both in and out of the office. In this role, you will play a pivotal role in driving the growth and effectiveness of our trade professional and office workforce.

Requirements

Self-starter, dependable and can speak in front of large groups
Able to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously
Willing to travel as needed
Adept at speaking and relating to high school students, school administrators, electricians, project managers and senior leadership
Be able to work independently in many different environments

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Workforce Development, education or related field of study Previous experience as an instructor
Bi-lingual (Spanish)
Understanding of the IBEW (International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers)

Responsibilities

Workforce Planning & Development
Conduct -Employment Needs Assessment: Gain a comprehensive understanding of the workforce requirements with each department manager, identifying and implementing strategies to meet their workforce needs.
Evaluate and determine the appropriateness of contracting with outside vendors to accomplish organization's training goals and objectives.
Leadership & Stakeholder Collaboration
Field Leadership Collaboration: Work closely and consistently with the field leadership team to align workforce development activities with organizational goals and objectives.
Union Collaboration: Foster a collaborative working relationship with the Local Union to facilitate seamless integration and development of new hires.
Talent Pipeline & Community Outreach
Community Relationship Building: Establish and maintain strong partnerships with schools, military organizations, community groups, and other entities that are potential sources of talent, including high schools and second-chance organizations.
Career Fair Participation: Represent Dynalectric DC at career fairs and speaking events to communicate career opportunities to prospective candidates.
Recruiting & Hiring Events
Event Coordination: Organize and coordinate hiring events in collaboration with the specific branch, ensuring effective execution and candidate engagement.
Recruitment Marketing: Create, distribute, and manage recruiting brochures and notifications about hiring and career opportunities at Dynalectric DC
Training & Onboarding
Employee Training Coordination: Coordinate, track, and document comprehensive training programs for both new office and field employees. This includes, but is not limited to, training in estimating, project management, and BIM coordination, as well as field labor programs such as orientation, OSHA 10, and field labor bootcamps, ensuring a strong foundation for career success.
Employee Support & Retention
Field Employee Advocacy: Serve as a supportive advocate for new trade professional employees, offering guidance and assistance to ensure their successful integration into the workforce.
Field Morale Support: Become the indispensable go-to point-of-contact for field regarding all aspects of attracting, developing, and retaining trade professionals.