Associate Director of Workforce Development

Overview

Lead and oversee workforce development programs for vulnerable South LA populations.

Key Responsibilities

• focus groups
• client engagement
• performance evaluation
• grant review
• data inquiry
• policy development

Tasks

-Work with the Learning & Evaluation team to schedule and host quarterly and annual client focus groups that lead to potential program enhancements. -Provide supervision, coaching, and guidance for the program managers. -Assist with organizing and facilitating annual work plan development, annual department planning retreats, and working with managers with individual staff work plans. -Provide support to the program managers and service staff to implement an authentic client engagement platform and feedback for program enhancement. -Coordinate annual personnel performance evaluations and progressive disciplinary procedures. -Work closely with the program managers to make sure all services are client-focused and are in alignment with CRCD’s vision and mission and follow the organization 5-year strategic plan. -Support grant managers, executive team, and grant writing consultants with grant application review and offer feedback as requested. Activities may include attending bidders’ conferences, reviewing RFP’s, FOA’s, NOFA’s, and participating in the Greenlight Process. -Attend private and public funder required meetings. -Ensure all assigned programs and projects meet the goals and performance measures as outlined on grant applications and contracts. -Ensure all department policies and procedures are adhered to by the community, personnel, and youth participants. -Prioritize the implementation of CRCD’s Integrated Service Delivery Model to increase service and program access for all clients. -Conduct semi-annual partner monitoring and corrective action plans. -Assist the Fund Development and Grants Administration team to provide program information and support. -Participate in Service Planning Area 6 (SPA-6) service delivery priorities. -Provide program/project updates, successes, challenges, and progress towards CRCD’s 5-Year Strategic Plan. -Monitor internal and external systems to improve program operations, coordination, and collaboration among CRCD, subcontractors, and other systems partners. -Monitor relationships with community-based organizations and government agencies to promote collaboration, solve problems, and identify resource mapping that increases service access for youth. -Monitor the implementation of assigned programs and services. -Work with program managers to ensure compliance practices are being administered throughout all programs and the organization. -Uphold CRCD’s Mission Statement and 5 Year Strategic Plan -Provide oversight of day-to-day operations in partnership with program managers. -Provide supervision, coaching, and guidance to all program managers. -Conduct monthly and quarterly data inquiries to assess, evaluate and improve program and staff performance. -Work closely with other Workforce Development Leadership to make sure all services are in alignment with CRCD’s vision and mission and following the organization 5-year strategic plan. -Work with the Director and Sr. Director of Workforce Development, CPO, and CFO to monitor and manage grant expenditures, leveraged resources, and in-kind contributions. -Develop, implement, and monitor organization and department policies and procedures that meet the needs of program operations and the clients we serve.

Requirements

• 5-year experience
• supervision
• salesforce
• microsoft office
• ba degree
• team player

What You Bring

-3 years of professional workforce development experience can be used as a substitute for education. -Additional system experience with Salesforce is a plus. -Experience with participating and adhering to annual fiscal and performance audits. -Experience participating in or writing funder performance reports. -Experience working in communities with higher-than-normal gang activity, substance use, and homeless youth and adults. -Demonstrated ability to manage multiple workforce development/academic projects simultaneously. -5-years of workforce development programming or management experience -Experience managing and supporting programs that serve vulnerable populations (Re-entry, Former or Current Foster Youth, Homeless, Veterans, and Unemployed). -Reliable, flexible team player who works well with minimal supervision, has a strong work ethic, and an ability to set and maintain personal boundaries. -A minimum of 5-years supervision and management experience (Preferably in non-profit workforce development and human services). -Knowledge and proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Power Point) -Education Requirement: BA Degree, Masters preferred. -Experience with facilitating small and large groups meetings and partnership collaboratives. -Must provide proof and references of past work experience to validate the demonstrated ability.

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Benefits

-Prison-2-Employment (P2E) -BSCC Warm-Hand Off -CWDB HIRE -Reliable transportation: Valid driver's license and car insurance as required by law and CRCD company policy. -DOL Growth Opportunities

About Coalition For Responsible Community Development

-Founded to address the challenges of affordable housing and community revitalization in South Los Angeles. -Focuses on creating long-term solutions for low-income communities through housing development and support services. -Specializes in transforming vacant lots and underdeveloped areas into vibrant, sustainable housing projects. -Has a track record of working closely with local residents, ensuring community involvement in the planning process. -Combines housing development with job training, education, and health services to foster holistic community growth. -Notable for blending real estate development with social services, creating a more equitable urban environment.

Sector Specialisms

Security Clearance

-candidates must pass a background check conducted by los angeles county.