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International City/County Management Association (ICMA) Veterans · 1 month ago

Director- Workforce Development Board

Coconino County, AZ

Full-time

Hybrid

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

4+ years exp

The International City/County Management Association (ICMA) Veterans is seeking a dynamic leader for the position of Director of the Coconino Workforce Development Board. This role involves developing innovative workforce strategies, overseeing the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act, and managing partnerships to enhance economic vitality in Coconino County.

Responsibilities

Leads the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the local workforce development system as identified by the mission of the ARIZONA@WORK Coconino Workforce Development Board (WDB) and the Coconino County Board of Supervisors (BOS)

Oversees WIOA allocations and develops broad priorities to help ensure that workforce initiatives successfully fulfill the Coconino WDB Strategic Workforce Development Plan and the vision of a workforce system with a strong focus on Sector Strategies, Business Services, job quality, and skilled applicants

Develops and implements workforce programs, policies, and procedures; adheres to, and enforces applicable federal, state, and local laws, policies, and regulations consistent with WIOA to meet public workforce compliance and contractual performance goals

Negotiates and administers various contracts with partners, including one-stop operator and service provider(s). Manages and administers all memorandum of understandings (MOU) to ensure effective partnerships, quality service, and meeting Coconino WDB required outcomes. Oversees the monitoring of all contracts and MOUs

Oversees development of annual budget and audit, efficient operation of financial and record management reporting ensuring performance, fiscal outcomes, and programmatic integrity. Prepares cost forecasts, variances, and critical paths, including project closeout procedures. Reviews financial and program reports and determines spending level modifications

Provides leadership to local rapid response activities, including overseeing implementation of layoff-aversion strategies, coordinating with state rapid response partners, and helping ensure timely, compliant response to layoffs, closures, and worker dislocations

Builds and maintains strategic partnerships and alliances; builds and maintains relationships with key stakeholders related to workforce development. These may include local industry, community partnerships, employer trade associations, organized labor, economic development organizations, local and state government, and other organizations to promote awareness and increase local involvement in workforce development

Develops and delivers reporting and evaluation tools to demonstrate progress towards and impact/efficiency of WDB goals to Arizona DES, Coconino WDB, Coconino County Board of Supervisors, County leadership, and external stakeholders

Researches, promotes and leverages additional funding sources for workforce development through government, local grants, and funding opportunities

Conducts statistical, analytical, and market research on workforce development issues; identifies information needed to conduct studies; evaluates projects utilizing cost/benefit analysis, fiscal and economic impact, and relevant multiplier factors

Ensures proper integration and participation of all ARIZONA@WORK programs and partners; oversees the certification of the One-Stop Job Center

Serves as the primary staff for the WDB, its executive committee, and all standing and ad hoc committees, not limited to meetings, committees, membership, activities, training, and new member' recruitment in partnership with the Coconino County Board of Supervisors

Provides direct supervision, guidance, and performance management for WDB staff to ensure effective support of the WDB’s functions and compliance with all WIOA requirements and county policies and procedures. Supports economic development programs and projects that create more opportunities for local job creation

Assists with legislation tracking of initiatives as they relate to workforce development

Ensures regular communication and updates to the Coconino County Board of Supervisors, including through regular communication and 1:1’s with the Deputy County Manager to whom the position functionally reports

Qualification

Workforce InnovationOpportunity ActWorkforce development principlesGrant administrationBudget managementData analysisPublic policy developmentLeadership skillsOrganizational skillsCommunication skillsProject managementRelationship building

Required

Bachelor's degree in Business/Public Administration, Accounting, or related field

four years of experience in workforce development, career services or program management

any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position

solid understanding of the Coconino County community and local workforce area needs

excellent leadership and organizational skills

grant administration

knowledge of fiscal management

strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office

knowledgeable and skilled in the principles and techniques in public policy development and implementation

understanding of the dynamics of political and governmental/county processes

development, maintenance, and enhancement of employment program delivery through WIOA One-Stop Job Centers

Preferred

three to five years of management experience with broad, progressively responsible design and implementation of training programs, business outreach, economic, or workforce development programs

experience supporting board leadership

experience working with the Workforce and Innovation Opportunity Act

experience working with local businesses in diverse communities

A Master's degree