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Workforce Solutions Deep East Texas is seeking an experienced professional to oversee the operations of the organization to address the workforce needs of employers and job seekers.

Job Summary: Reports to the Board of Directors with direct responsibility for the Board's consistent achievement of its mission and financial objectives; administration, planning, and management of resources; successful operation of State contracted workforce services; ability to partner with business and community groups to prepare the existing and future workforce for in-demand jobs through practical skills development programs; ensures the Board serves job seekers with an understanding and techniques for addressing the barriers faced by economically disadvantaged individuals and other people with barriers to preferred employment opportunities.

Responsible for ensuring compliance with the U.S. Code of Federal Regulations, Uniform Guidance, and the State of Texas Grant Management Standards in the financial management of a budget exceeding $30 million and all contract management and administration.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Management

• Directly manage staff; management responsibilities include, but are not limited to talent sourcing, interviewing, hiring job design/job descriptions and training staff; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
• Ensure proactive talent development and succession planning.
• Maintain the desired organizational culture to attracts, retain, and motivates a diverse staff of talent.
• Responsible for compliance with applicable employment laws.

Administration

• Responsible for ensuring compliance with the U.S. Code of Federal Regulations, Uniform Guidance, and the State of Texas Grant Management Standards in the financial management of a budget exceeding $30 million and all contract management and administration; Major programs include the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act, Child Care and Development Fund, Adult Education and Literacy, Choices (employment and training for recipients of Temporary Assistance to Needy Families), and
  Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Employment and Training.
• Effectively work with the Board of Directors ensuring board membership and meetings are in compliance with all applicable requirements, and that Board members receive required training and are informed timely of workforce issues.
• Provide leadership in developing program, organizational, marketing, and financial plans with the Board of Directors and staff; and carry out plans and policies authorized by the Board.
• Ensure that Board activities and projects are consistent with the Board's mission and strategic plan, and report progress toward meeting Board goals on a quarterly or more frequent basis to the Board.
• Provide oversight to ensure official records and documents are properly maintained, secured and retained.
• Ensure adequate facilities and equipment are procured and maintained for Board staff operations, and for contractor operations and service delivery.
• Proactively pursue appropriate grant opportunities and partnerships that will further the Board’s mission and strategic objectives.
• Maintain an effective working knowledge of significant developments and trends in the workforce field.
• Establish sound working relationships and cooperative arrangements with community groups and organizations.
• Provide direction and coordination in the development and maintaining of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) providing operational details and other related information detailing procedural steps of assigned tasks.
• Follow directives and other instructions set forth by the Board of Director’s and, but not limited to the TWC proactively seeking clarification to carry out such assignments in an efficient and timely manner.

Legal

• Enter into and execute contracts with the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC); enter into and execute other legal documents as directed by the Board and ensure contractual obligations are met.
• Ensure full compliance with federal, state and local regulations for all procurement and contracting operations, and service delivery.
• Provide for timely and complete annual audits and monitoring of contracts and operations is accomplished and reported to the Board.

Budget & Finance

• Responsible for developing and maintaining sound financial procedures and practices.
• Ensure the development of an annual budget that is consistent with the Board's goals and objectives; adherence to organization budget; proper funding and budget reporting.

Communication

• Ensure team collaboration and effective communication with all staff and stakeholders.
• Proactively ensure the Board is kept fully and timely informed on the condition of the organization and key factors influencing it.
• Publicize the activities of the organization.
• Represent the point of view, programs, and services of the organization to agencies, organizations, and the general public.
• Conduct official correspondence of the organization; serves as community liaison for workforce issues.

EDUCATION & SKILLS REQUIREMENTS

• BA or BS degree in Business or Public Administration, Human Resources, Education or a related field with seven (7) years or more in progressively responsible public sector experience in workforce development and workforce systems; extensive strategic leadership and non-profit experience.
• Demonstrated effectiveness in seeking out and/or developing income-generating opportunities, including, but not limited to grant opportunities, grant writing, and management.
• Skilled in building strong working relationships with board members, executive leaders, elected officials, community organization, the public and other stakeholders.
• Capable of making effective presentations to the public, news media, state and federal agencies, community organizations, the business community, elected officials, associations, other organizations and stakeholders.
• Ability to understand and navigate complex laws and regulations related to workforce development; contract management; Texas procurement requirements.
• Demonstrated technology competencies related to database management and apps, Microsoft office, etc.
• Excellent writing and communication/listening skills; must have demonstrated ability to guide and motivate team members.
• Flexibility, excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with all levels of internal management, staff, Board of Director’s, vendors and other stakeholders.
• Maintain valid Texas driver’s license and required automobile insurance as driving on company business.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $125,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday - Friday
• Weekends as needed.

Submission of a current resume, cover letter, and 3 – 5 professional business references are required. Position is open until filled. Applicants are encouraged to apply early. Phone calls are not accepted.

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TO APPLY, EMAIL YOUR RESUME, COVER LETTER, AND REFERENCES TO MHARTSOOK@DETWORK.ORG

Job Summary: With minimal supervision, provide career guidance, career preparation, and workforce information regarding local in-demand industry sectors and occupations; opportunities and training in middle skill jobs, pre-apprenticeship and Registered Apprenticeship Programs (RAPs); internships; technical and/or community colleges and career-readiness preparation services. Expose, educate, and engage students in career development and career decision-making. This is a very responsible position with independent decision-making authority.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Work in assigned ISDs and any other partners, that have agreed to partner in the program, and other locations, to provide career information, career awareness, and career resources for students in grades 5-12, their parents/guardians, and district staff.
• Conduct an initial orientation and ongoing refresher for school staff at each participating school to explain the Career Coach’s role and the resources to be provided.

• Provide information on opportunities and training requirements in-demand industry sectors/occupations and making well-informed postsecondary decisions using Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) resources and other existing tools, including:

• Texas Reality Check;

• Texas Career Check;

• Texas Consumer Resource for Education and Workforce Statistics (Texas CREWS);

• Texas OnCourse;

• Texas Internship Challenge;

• AutoCoder;

• Texas Skills to Work; and

• Jobs Y’all;.

• Organize training workshops on using TWC resources, such as the LMCI website, for employment and education.

• Expose individuals to a variety of career pathways, including pre-apprenticeship and RA programs, technical and/or community colleges, and employment, through presentations, TWC tools, job fairs, and site visits.

• Organize job exploration and career fairs;

• Provide career support workshops for students, parents, and guardians
• Provide classroom presentations, virtually or on-site, in the assigned ISDs and any other partners that have agreed to partner in the program to provide career information, career awareness, and career resources to students in grades 5–12 and their parents/guardians and district staff.
• Serve as a primary resource to the assigned ISDs and any other partners for labor market information, including growth and high-demand occupations at the county, region, and state levels.
• Work in coordination with school counselors and administrators.

• Coordinate with local and state workforce services, employers, and educational institutions to build pathways into pre-apprenticeship and RAPs and encourage local employers to offer pre-apprenticeship and RAPs.
• Maximize availability to students through a published schedule that includes virtual and on-site office hours for each location and structured meeting times for students;
• Develop a multifaceted communication and support service model for connecting professional development services with students, including, but not limited to:
  • on-site and virtual visits;
  • strategic planning meetings;
  • mentoring; and
  • phone and text communications (if allowed by the ISD)

• Support activities such as state-wide initiatives, local job fairs and special events, and serve on planning committee for regional youth career events.
• Attend monthly and annual trainings provided by TWC staff to all Workforce Career and Education Outreach Specialists.
• Travel is required within region and limited overnight travel may be required to attend regional, state, or national conferences, workshops, meetings, or trainings.
• Maintain confidentiality of students and customers.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to work independently and cooperatively
• Must have excellent organizational and customer service skills
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with secondary and post-secondary education and training providers, local employers and youth
• Should be knowledgeable of classroom management strategies and demonstrate ability to develop interactive classroom presentations
• Must be a skilled and effective oral and written communicator with demonstrated ability to work with diverse populations, especially youth
• Customer satisfaction as a goal for the organization
• Must be proficient in a variety of computer software applications
• Must be able to travel/transport themselves to designated sites as assigned.

Required Education, TRAINING, AND/OR LICENSES

A bachelor’s degree in human services, business, education, or a related field from an accredited four-year college or university (One year of qualifying experience may be substituted for each year (30 semester hours) of college up to a maximum of two years.)

OR

At least two years of experience in education, youth training or workforce development programs. Strongly prefer individual with experience in workforce development or Career and Technical Education (CTE), preferably in gathering and reporting outcomes, and/or ISD experience as a teacher or counselor working with at-risk middle or high school populations.

AND

A valid driver’s license and access to reliable transportation (local, in-state, and out-of-state travel is required)

TO APPLY, EMAIL YOUR RESUME AND COVER LETTER TO MSOTO@DETWORK.ORG