Workforce Development Manager
Description:
POSITION SUMMARY
We are pleased to offer the opportunity to work as a Workforce Development Manager within the DuPage County Workforce Development Division.
This position is located at the workNet DuPage Career Center in Lisle, IL.
DuPage County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
This position is eligible for our complete benefit package including medical, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, pension, deferred compensation plan, tuition reimbursement, pre-paid legal and credit union. As a team member at DuPage County, you will also have access to time off with pay on Designated Holidays or holiday pay if required to work, Vacation time, Sick time and Paid Leave.
To learn more about the cost and coverage of the benefits plan, visit Employees Benefit Information.
For detailed information on paid time off, visit Employee Policy Manual, Section 5
RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsibilities include:
Supervises the work of subordinate personnel engaged in comprehensive workforce development activites
Develops, organizes and coordinates the implementation of established goals, objectives, plans, and daily activities of workforce development grants, as well as, monitors, researches, and participates in activities that will promote these programs/projects
Develops and evaluates tracking tools to assist in monitoring compliance and effectiveness/efficiency of various programs
Maintains statistics of clients served and use that information to prepare reports and provide data
Provides and/or coordinates in-service training programs to keep staff abreast of developments in the field
Ensures staff compliance with division policies and procedures and applicable regulations
Assists staff with making decisions aligned with program parameters and handles escalations
Develops and maintains working relationships with community groups, and other agencies, municipalities, and townships
Represents the Workforce Development Division at meetings, presentations, and workshops
Leads or coordinates group meetings and/or advisory groups
Recommends hires and promotions, directs and evaluates employment decisions for all assigned positions
Assists with securing additional grant funding as needed
Assists the Administrator with large projects including annual grant development and coordination of daily activities
REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE
Requirements include the following experience or equivalent combination of training and experience:
Completion of a Bachelor's degree in Human Services, Public or Business Administration, or related field
Three to four years of professional experience in employment and training operations, Career Services or related area
One year in a supervisory or administrative capacity
Must possess and maintain in good standing, a valid Illinois driver’s license.
Preferred Candidate will:
Have 5+ years of WIOA experience
A pre-employment background check is required.
Physical Requirements and Work Environment
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Position is typically office or administrative work and is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.