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City of Philadelphia · 2 weeks ago

Director of CCME Program Development

Philadelphia, PA

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

$80K/yr - $95K/yr

5+ years exp

The City of Philadelphia is a vibrant place to work, offering numerous opportunities for career growth and impact. The Director of CCME Program Development will lead the design and implementation of workforce development initiatives to prepare City employees for new career pathways and enhance their job readiness skills.

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Responsibilities

Design and develop new technical and contextualized skill training programs from scratch, adhering to adult learning principles

Work closely with various stakeholders to lead program design including operating, CCME staff, and the Office of Human Resources to identify critical hard to fill positions and understand current employment pathways

Modify and enhance existing programs and materials to make them more effective and engaging for learners

Create interactive content, class aids, and exercises to support training, using PowerPoint or other tools to create visually appealing instructional design content

Incorporate modern tools and technologies, including AI, to optimize research, content creation, delivery, and learner engagement

Work with CCME HR staff to identify specific positions that can be filled by internal staff or other candidates with specific training

Develops programs to build skills; works closely with the OHR Hiring Services in creating programs that align with pathways

Evaluates programs within specific operating departments to leverage resources across the enterprise

Identifies best practices across industries to inform enterprise-wide programs and initiatives

Works with external stakeholders to build relationships that can provide resources to individual employees

All other duties as assigned. Minimal night and weekend work may be required

Qualification

Workforce development modelsAdult learning principlesProgram evaluation methodsInstructional design toolsBuilding partnershipsData analysisProject managementCommunication skillsCollaborationProblem-solvingAttention to detail

Required

Bachelor's Degree in education, public administration, public policy, human resources, workforce development, or a related field preferred

Five to seven years of professional experience in government, education, workforce development, human resources, curriculum and program development, or related fields

Experience working with the public workforce system, disconnected youth and young adults, returning citizens and/or individuals with barriers to employment

Proficiency with instructional design tools is required

Experience in designing and delivering workforce or professional development or corporate training for adult learners

Knowledge of workforce development models, adult learning principles, and career pathway design

Knowledge of municipal operations, internal mobility structures, and public-sector workforce systems

Knowledge of City, state, and federal workforce policies, funding streams, and regulatory requirements

Knowledge of program evaluation methods, data analysis, and continuous improvement strategies

Knowledge of diversity, equity, inclusion, and access principles in employee development

Knowledge of modern instructional design models and adult learning theories

Skills in designing and implementing large-scale workforce development and upskilling programs

Skills in building collaborative partnerships with departments, unions, educational institutions, and external stakeholders

Skills in conducting workforce analyses to identify critical roles, skill gaps, and training needs

Skills in managing complex projects, setting priorities, and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Skills in communicating clearly and persuasively in both oral and written formats with diverse audiences

Skills in developing and managing program budgets, grants, and funding proposals

Strong project management skills to handle multiple design projects, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing priorities

Ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams, leadership, and external vendors to deliver quality training programs

Ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive collaboration across City agencies

Ability to translate strategic workforce needs into actionable, scalable programs and initiatives

Ability to engage effectively with employees at all levels, including senior leadership and union partners

Ability to work with diverse communities and employees to assure that programming has a strong focus on equity and inclusion

Ability to exercise sound judgment, handle sensitive information with discretion, and problem-solve proactively

Ability to create training for classroom training and learning management system courses

Ability to promote equity and inclusion by designing accessible programs for a diverse workforce

Ability to work independently while maintaining high attention to detail and delivering quality outcomes

Preferred

Certification in instructional design or adult learning principles

Experience developing workforce programs designed to prepare individuals for new careers and to upskill workers in career pathways such as technology, trades, healthcare, business and administration and public safety and other critical jobs

Benefits

Transportation: City employees get unlimited FREE public transportation all year long through SEPTA’s Key Advantage program. Employees can ride on SEPTA buses, subways, trolleys, and regional rail for their daily commute and more.

Parental Benefits: The City offers its employees 8 weeks of paid parental leave.

We offer Comprehensive health coverage for employees and their eligible dependents.

Our wellness program offers eligibility into the discounted medical plan

Employees receive paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays

Generous retirement savings options are available

Pay off your student loans faster - As a qualifying employer, City of Philadelphia employees are eligible to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. Join the ranks of hundreds of employees who have already benefited from this program and achieved student loan forgiveness.

Unlock Tuition Discounts and Scholarships - The City of Philadelphia has forged partnerships with over a dozen esteemed colleges and universities in the area, ensuring that our employees have access to a wide range of tuition discounts and scholarships. Experience savings of 10% to 40% on your educational expenses, extending not only to City employees but in some cases, spouse and dependents too!