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West Central Arkansas Planning And Development District, Inc. · 3 weeks ago

Director of Workforce Development

Hot Springs, AR

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

3+ years exp

West Central Arkansas Planning And Development District, Inc. is focused on workforce development initiatives in the region. The Director of Workforce Development will oversee the administration and delivery of Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act funds, act as a liaison between workforce and economic development entities, and ensure compliance with various regulations and budgetary requirements.

Non Profit

Responsibilities

Oversee the administration and services delivery of Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WOIA) funds allocated to the West Central Arkansas Workforce Development Area and other workforce development and related programs

Serve as Administrator for the West Central Arkansas Workforce Development Board

Comply with the needs and goals of the Regional Workforce Development Plan

Identify appropriate staff to support West Central Arkansas Workforce Development Board committees

Develop, implement, and modify department policies and procedures as directed by the Workforce Board, the Planning and Development District, the State of Arkansas, and the U.S. Department of Labor

Prepare and monitor budgets for the department, One Stop Operator, and any other service providers

Analyze obligations and expenditures to ensure appropriate levels of funding

Develop departmental controls to ensure compliance with laws and regulations

Review reports prepared by department staff to ensure accurate reporting of financial and program information and to ensure compliance with laws and regulations

Negotiate performance goals for the Local Workforce Area and review performance reports to ensure goals are met and corrective actions are taken where appropriate

Initiate contracts for technical assistance, training, and other services

Serve as the Workforce Board liaison to partner agencies and community-based organizations

Serve as Administrator and the point of contact with State and Federal Workforce funding sources

Ensure consistent and effective development of services to businesses that demonstrate clear linkages between workforce development activities and employer needs as indicated under WIOA

Identify opportunities for collaboration between workforce development, economic development and education

Communicate with employers in the region to determine workforce development needs

Collaborate with stakeholders regarding grant opportunities and program design improvements

Supervise, direct, evaluate and provide professional development for assigned staff

Recruit, appoint, and train new staff

Commit to continuous improvement by keeping informed of emerging trends, best practices, and new developments in the profession

Take the opportunity, whenever possible, to attend relevant workshops, classes, seminars and professional conferences

Qualification

Workforce developmentProgram managementGrant managementData analysisManagement skillsLeadership skillsCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, such as Business Administration, Public Administration, or Human Resources; however, equivalent relevant experience will be considered as an alternative

Minimum of 3 years of experience in workforce development, program management, or a related field

Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to effectively lead a team and drive successful program outcomes

Proficiency in data analysis and the use of relevant software for program evaluation and reporting

Demonstrated experience in grant management and securing funding for workforce development programs