Working with us takes a certain kind of person; we want someone who identifies with our values and is willing to challenge themselves both personally and professionally. We seek employees who are passionate about serving and making a difference in the lives of others.
Make more than a Living, Make a Difference
Our Benefits:
- Low-Cost Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- 19 days of Paid Time Off the first year
- 11 paid holidays
- Retirement savings plan with employer match up to 5%
- Flexible spending accounts
- Paid short-term and voluntary long-term disability
- Group Term Life and AD&D Insurance
- Voluntary term life insurance
Salary: $100,000 to $115,000
Position Concept
This position plays a crucial role in achieving the goals and success of Eckerd Connects Workforce (WIOA Adult, Dislocated Worker, Youth, One-Stop Operator) and affiliated programs by ensuring the development and implementation of quality improvement systems, effective data management, and programs designed to enhance client and organizational performance. The Workforce Operations Director collaborates closely with organizational staff across all functional units to optimize the quality and effectiveness of strategic solutions and programming while providing career and training programs for job seekers and employers.
Essential Job Responsibilities
- Coaches, mentors, and develops direct reports to ensure the region has the leadership capacity to forecast and respond to current and future business opportunities and challenges.
- Deliver expert technical support and guidance for the development, implementation, and maintenance of quality assurance and improvement systems.
- Manage contract duties including oversight of contract performance, compliance, and amendments.
- Conduct regular meetings with staff in the assigned region to provide comprehensive guidance, support, and motivation.
- Oversee and manage payment-related tasks and monitor program expenditures.
- Conduct regular reviews of costs, operations, and forecast data to assess the progress and performance of individual programs.
- Develop, implement, and monitor program improvement plans, corrective action plans, and other measures.
- Partner in the development and monitoring of Quality Improvement (QI) initiatives.
- Organize and lead meetings with funders, subcontractors, and board members.
- Assist in identifying and evaluating proposal and grant writing opportunities.
- Cultivate and sustain strong relationships with current stakeholders.
Position Specifications
Education: Bachelor's degree required. Equivalent work experience or relevant workforce credentials may be considered in lieu of formal education.
Experience: A minimum of five years of relevant experience required, with a preference for candidates who have direct workforce-related experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Demonstrate strong leadership and management abilities, overseeing all aspects of workforce programs.
Other: Must successfully pass a background screening process.
Travel: Must be able to meet requirements for Eckerd's Auto Insurance and be able to drive for business purposes.
Physical Demands: Requires sitting for approximately 2/3 of each day with periodic lifting of up to 25 pounds.
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a person assigned to this job.
About Our Workforce Programs:
Eckerd Connects provides Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) services through contracts with the U.S. Department of Labor and local workforce boards.
Our Program Location:
Eckerd Connects | Workforce Development
3450 Broad St. Suite 103
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the employer will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.
Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal
Eckerd Youth Alternatives, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Eckerd Connects is a drug-free workplace and utilizes E-verify to confirm employment eligibility.
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