Workforce Consulting Contractor

Position Description**:Workforce Development Consultant Scope**

**Staff Training and Growth Opportunities**

A. Assessing Current Workforce Needs

B. Analyzing job roles, skills gaps, and potential career advancement opportunities

C. Gathering feedback from employees regarding their professional aspirations and training needs

D. Reviewing industry trends and best practices in workforce development

**Professional Growth Opportunities**

A. Training and Skill Development Programs

B. Continuing Education and Certification

C. Mentorship and Coaching

Job Retention Strategies

A. Employee Engagement Initiatives

B. Work-Life Balance and Well-being Programs

C. Recognition and Rewards

Job Growth and Advancement Opportunities

A. Career Development Pathways

B. Succession Planning and Talent Management C. Internal Job Postings and Promotions

**Increased Wages and Compensation**

A. Salary Benchmarking and Analysis B. Performance-Based Incentives

**Program Evaluation and Impact Measurement**

A. Establishing evaluation metrics to measure the effectiveness of workforce development initiatives

B. Collecting data on employee satisfaction, retention rates, career advancement, and wage growth

C. Conducting regular assessments and feedback mechanisms to identify

D. Using evaluation results to refine and enhance workforce development strategies

**Collaboration and Partnerships**

A. Collaborating with external organizations, educational institutions, and industry networks to access resources and expertise

B. Seeking funding opportunities and partnerships to support workforce development initiatives

C. Engaging with local community organizations to connect individuals with job training and placement services

**Reporting and Documentation**

A. Maintaining accurate records and documentation of workforce development activities

B. Generating reports and progress updates to share with stakeholders and funders

C. Communicating the impact of workforce development initiatives to internal and external stakeholders

**Target Population and Demographics**

Programs will target economically disadvantaged young people, primarily aged 8-18 youth, who face significant barriers to accessing educational and employment opportunities. This includes individuals from low-income backgrounds, underrepresented communities, and those at risk of falling into the cycle of poverty. The organization has a majority of its members falling into these categories. The Club aims to introduce them to the world of work and equip them with the necessary tools, skills, and resources to prepare for future careers, ultimately breaking the cycle of poverty in their families. By addressing the specific needs and challenges faced by this population, its programs will strive to empower them with opportunities for upward mobility and long-term success.

Workforce System Partners

The Club anticipates working with the following community partners:?

MassHire Career Centers

Young Adult Career Centers?

Local Colleges, Universities, and Trade Schools (e.g. Fitchburg State, Mount Wachusett, Monty Tech)?

Massachusetts Workforce Development?

**Performance Outcomes and Goals**

Teen Center Qualitative Outcome Goals:
Increased Self-Efficacy: Participants will develop a sense of confidence and belief in their abilities to succeed academically and professionally, demonstrated through improved self-esteem, self-advocacy, and goal-setting skills.

**Expanded Career Awareness**: Participants will gain a broader understanding of various career options and industries, allowing them to make informed decisions about their future paths and explore previously unconsidered opportunities.

Strengthened Social Skills: Participants will enhance their communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills, enabling them to effectively navigate professional environments and build positive relationships with peers, mentors, and employers.

**Quantitative Outcome Goals**:
Improved Educational Attainment: Set a target for the percentage of participants who successfully complete high school or obtain their GED, demonstrating increased academic engagement and persistence.

**Increased Employment or Higher Education Placement**: Set a goal for the percentage of participants who secure employment in their desired field or gain admission to post-secondary education, indicating successful transition to meaningful career pathways.

Higher Earnings and Financial Stability: Set a target for the average increase in participants' income or the percentage of participants who achieve economic self-sufficiency, illustrating the program's impact on breaking the cycle of poverty and promoting financial well-being.

The Organizational Alignment Scope will consist of seven stages
- **MARKET AWARENESS** (position and strategy analysis)

Market position and strategy analysis is useful when there is a need to...

Increase awareness of how an organization compares to its competitors

Increase awarene