Program Director Economic Mobility Workforce Development

1 day ago

New York, New York, United States Council of State Governments Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Program Director to lead our Economic Mobility and Workforce Development initiatives. This is a unique opportunity to drive change and make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals and communities across the country.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead and manage the portfolio of initiatives and activities focused on providing high-quality training and technical assistance to Second Chance Act funded grantees.
  • Cultivate and maintain relationships with philanthropic and government partners to sustain and grow the funding base for this work.
  • Plan and participate in policy-focused meetings with high-ranking government officials, advocates, partner organizations, funders, and national experts.
  • Inform the communication strategy and messaging for the portfolio, including developing marketing assets and responding to media inquiries and interviews.
  • Further establish and leverage the CSG Justice Center's influence in the intersecting fields of workforce and economic development, career/college preparation, racial equity, occupational training and credentialling, secondary and postsecondary education, and work-based learning.
  • Provide oversight to key program activities, such as technical assistance delivery to local and state jurisdictions, development of written tools and products, and policy consulting services.
  • Provide leadership, support, and strategic guidance to the program's staff, consisting of program associates, policy analysts, legal fellows, senior policy analysts, project managers, and program directors.
  • Lead the development and implementation of the program's strategic plan and monitor progress, troubleshoot challenges, and adjust priorities, as needed.
  • Manage the program's budget, including financial monitoring, grants management, reporting, business development, and fundraising.
  • Develop/expand the knowledge base on criminal and juvenile justice, reentry, and economic mobility and identify and engage new contacts in the field to serve as formal or informal partners.
  • Manage interdivisional collaboration within the CSG Justice Center, including identifying themes and linkages across disparate initiatives and leveraging opportunities to incubate and test new ideas and approaches.
Requirements
  • Ability to interact effectively with diverse people in different contexts and foster equity and inclusion through self-awareness, cultural sensitivity, and valuing others.
  • Dedication to public service with an unfailing commitment to act with civility, be nonpartisan in performing CSG Justice Center duties, and be a responsible steward of member and donor funds.
  • At least eight years of relevant experience in workforce training, economic development, or related fields and/or equivalent education achievements.
  • At least five years of experience designing and leading innovative strategies that have had a demonstrated impact in advancing economic mobility for people with criminal records or similar barriers to employment, particularly through a racial equity framework.
  • At least four years of supervising a team and the ability to oversee multiple complex initiatives and projects in an efficient, organized way with the ability to prioritize quickly and confidently and manage multiple deadlines.
  • Experience leading, providing and/or receiving technical assistance as a grantee or technical assistance provider preferred.
  • Experience developing field building resources like toolkits, webinars, policy briefs, policy guidance, etc., preferred.
  • Reliable and secure internet/data connection and flexibility for using a personal device for internet connectivity during business travel (a cost offset is provided by CSG).
  • Understanding of the research, policy, programming, and latest trends shaping the workforce and corrections fields.
  • Experience working with and interacting with federal, state, and local government officials in workforce-related agencies.
  • Experience with fund development, grant writing, and foundation relations in related fields.
  • Experience with strategic planning, action/work planning, and implementation monitoring in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
  • Excellent communication skills including written, public speaking, and group/meeting facilitation and the ability to effectively distill and present complex information in a concise way.
  • Experience and expertise in managing collaborative or interagency planning and problem-solving.
  • Demonstrated track record in team building, staff supervision and mentoring, and professional development.
  • Experience in nonprofit management including program monitoring, reporting, and budgeting in a nonprofit setting.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, including maturity, an ability to work independently and in a team setting, and a sense of humor.
  • Willingness to travel up to several times per month.
How to Apply

If you're interested in helping us drive change across the country, please upload your resume and plan on answering three short-answer questions as part of our online application.

We will consider all paid and unpaid experience relative to this position, including internships, fellowships, and volunteer activities.

CSG believes that pay equity and pay transparency advance workplace fairness. Compensation will be equitable and based on experience and geography. The salary range for this position is $102,000 - $148,500. Salary ranges are subject to change based on work location and market conditions.

Our organization offers flexibility in work arrangements, allowing for remote work or a hybrid model. Candidates residing in the NYC metropolitan area will be considered for hybrid model employment.

To learn more about careers at the CSG Justice Center, and about our comprehensive benefit offerings, including medical, dental, vision, retirement, paid time off, PSLF eligibility and more, please visit our website.

We welcome and value diversity in our staff, including race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, educational attainment, disability, protected veteran status, and personal experience with the criminal justice system.

CSG is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. CSG participates in E-Verify.

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