Junior Achievement of South Florida · 11 hours ago
Workforce Development Program Manager
Coconut Creek, FL, US
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expJunior Achievement of South Florida empowers youth with the knowledge and skills to navigate their futures. The Workforce Development Program Manager will manage JA Career Bound programs, assist with youth employment initiatives, and build relationships with various stakeholders to prepare high school students for internships and career pathways.
Non-profit Organization Management
Responsibilities
Manage and grow the JA Career Bound programs (currently includes 180 students)
Manage all JA Career Bound program budgets without overages
Develop and implement a plan for the annual recruitment of students throughout the school year
Develop and maintain relationships with educators and administrators
Recruit volunteers with an emphasis on corporate groups willing to participate in program days
Secure companies to sponsor and host industry-focused program days
Assure program quality through monitoring, service, and support each program day
Design, administer, collect, and analyze program evaluations, surveys, and pre/posttests
Prepare and provide program materials, feedback, and resources to students and volunteers
Organize and implement teachers, volunteers, mentors, and staff training
Teach JA Career Bound curriculum as needed
Identify and cultivate new corporate connections, guest speakers, and mentors
Plan and organize all program days, working with host sponsors and outside vendors to arrange all logistics, including transportation, food, and beverage needs
Secure all in-kind food & beverage needs
Ensure JA Career Bound students professionally represent JA
Plan, organize, and implement all JA Career Bound program student retreats
Plan, organize, and implement all JA Career Bound program graduations
Develop and implement volunteer recognition efforts
Identify student participants to serve as JA Career Bound Ambassadors
Work with the marketing team to increase program awareness, share successes, and increase recruitment
Establish and cultivate an active JA Career Bound alumni base
Organize and implement the JA Career Bound Business Plan Competition and graduation
Continually improve the JA Career Bound programs through student and volunteer feedback
Work with Sr. Director to assess student’s industry and job interests and to match them with appropriate internship opportunities
Help with the summer internship program
Identify program gaps and needs and explore ideas for new workforce development programs
Assist with other workforce development initiatives
Performs other related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Minimum of 3–5 years of progressive experience in workforce development, youth programs, education, nonprofit program management, or a related field
Knowledge of workforce readiness, career pathways, and employer expectations strongly preferred
Demonstrated experience managing and scaling programs serving high school students
Proven ability to build and maintain strong relationships with educators, school administrators, guidance counselors, corporate partners, volunteers, and community stakeholders
Experience leading, supervising, or mentoring staff, including performance management, coaching, and professional development
Strong background in program logistics and operations, including event planning, scheduling, vendor coordination, transportation, and student-facing activities
Experience managing program budgets and monitoring expenses to ensure fiscal responsibility
Experience facilitating or teaching curriculum to groups of high school students, both in classroom and professional settings
Ability to collect, analyze, and use program data, evaluations, and feedback to drive continuous improvement
Familiarity with project management tools and the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
Ability to successfully pass a Level 2 background screening in accordance with state and organizational requirements
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation with ability to travel locally to multiple training sites
Prolonged periods of sitting, walking, and occasionally required to reach, bend, lift, or climb
Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times
Preferred
Knowledge of workforce readiness, career pathways, and employer expectations strongly preferred
Benefits
Employer Paid Medical and Vision
Ample Time Off
Retirement Plan Matching
Work Environment – Innovative and energetic culture!
Growth Opportunities – Professional development assistance
Company
Junior Achievement of South Florida
Junior Achievement empowers our youth with the knowledge, ability and confidence to navigate their futures, drive our economy, and lead our community.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Laurie Sallarulo
President & CEO
Monica McNerney
Chief Operating Officer
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