Workforce Development Director

4 weeks ago


Springfield, Illinois, United States Springfield Urban League Full time
Job Description

Job Title: Director of Workforce Development

Reports to: President & Chief Executive Officer

Location: Springfield, Illinois

Job Summary:

The Director of Workforce Development is responsible for leading and managing the organization's workforce programs, collaborating with local businesses, and ensuring program sustainability through strategic planning and grantsmanship.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and implement workforce programs that address critical job seeker needs, including skills training, job placement services, and career counseling.
  • Collaborate with other organizations and stakeholders to build partnerships, enhancing program effectiveness and ensuring a pipeline of opportunities for job seekers.
  • Train, support, and supervise staff, volunteers, and community members, focusing on the specific barriers job seekers face in Springfield, such as affordable housing and access to technology.
  • Oversee the Financial Opportunity Center, ensuring alignment with the Center's mission and goals and addressing critical needs like financial counseling, job placement, and income support.
  • Manage program budgets, data, and resources, ensuring effective use of resources to meet the needs of job seekers.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree required, master's preferred, preferably in business discipline or human resources.
  • Minimum 5 years of management experience.
  • A thought leader in the area of Workforce Development with a deep understanding of the specific needs of job seekers in Springfield, Illinois.
  • Experience in job placement for all employment levels, with knowledge of area employers and workforce agencies.
  • Proven experience in program development, management, and evaluation.

Springfield Urban League is an Equal Opportunity Employer.



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