Programs Director
Description
  • Plans organize, administers, and measures work activities performed by the CDSS department. 
  • Supervises all employment activities, including recruitment, testing, reference checking, and related employment matters. 
  • Sures approved curriculum is being taught in career preparation training and assigns and supervises staff in areas of responsibility. 
  • Promotes a positive Job Corps image and increases awareness in the community. 
  • Develops referral sources through agency and community outreach and promotes job development through direct contact with employers, One-Stops, WIA, and state employment agencies. 
  • Monitors the delivery of personal and career counseling. 
  • Audits counseling case notes and folders quarterly. 
  • Analyzes CPP surveys and adjusts CPP as needed. 
  • Works to retain students on Center. 
  • Uses the MPO30, MPO32, OMS 20, and OMS20p to analyze data, identify performance trends and implement corrective actions as needed. 
  • Promotes teamwork between students and staff and interdepartmental teamwork among staff. 
  • Monitors areas of responsibility to ensure timely and high-quality services. 
  • Works toward meeting performance management goals. 
  • Follows CDSS plan and Code of Conduct system daily. 
  • Complies with all DOL guidelines, OFCCP regulations, Job Corps notices and bulletins, and Center policies and procedures. 
  • Maintains good housekeeping in all areas and complies with safety practices. 
  • Holds regular staff meetings at least twice a month with managers, documents meetings, and submits documentation to the Center Director and VP of Job Corps Operations.
  • Attends both OMS and MPO weekly meetings to assist in center OMS performance. 
  • Creates systems and structures to ensure long-term retention of all students. 
  • Conducts quarterly audits of case notes and ESPs. Develops a corrective action plan as needed. 
  • Models, mentors, and monitors appropriate Career Success Standards. 
  • Helps students become more employable through continuous reinforcement. 
  • Evaluates personnel under his/her management and makes recommendations regarding disciplinary actions, promotions, and/or merit increases. 
  • Participates in PRH-mandated staff training. 
  • Performs other duties as assigned. 
Requirements

Position Competencies

  • Presents information both clearly and concisely and regularly confirms correct interpretation of information.
  • Very high standard of communication skills both written and verbal for the presentation of facts and ideas. 
  • Shows professional non-verbal body language and actively listens to others. 
  • Action-oriented. Demonstrates the ability to handle several projects simultaneously with decision-making, flexibility, and problem-solving.
  • Implements the key principles of time management, task allocation, and priority assignment in addition to personal organization.
  • Shows attention to detail and ability to complete work with the highest level of accuracy and efficiency.
  • Continually seek ways to improve employment service provided via the development of professional skills and personal growth.
  • Demonstrates professional interpersonal skills when interacting with others. Abides by The Bizzell Group’s Healthy Workplace Environment policy.
  • Acts as team player and builds professional relationships with coworkers to achieve goals.
  • Ability to exceptionally manage and lead staff from diverse backgrounds. 
  • Committed to investing in and developing staff and positioning them to succeed. 
  • Mission-oriented and possesses a strategic vision.
  • Motivates staff and provides coaching and/or feedback when needed

Experience

At least three years in Job Corps Management preferred, other managerial experience considered; five years’ experience working with adolescents/young adults.


Education

Bachelor’s degree is required. Master’s degree preferred; any waiver of the requirement must be reviewed and approved by the DOL Regional Office.


Qualifications

  • To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
  • Proficiency with advanced Microsoft Office applications including Word, Power Point, Outlook, and Excel.
  • Computer Literacy with basic computer functions, email, internet, and basic programs such as Adobe Acrobat.
  • High level of leadership and management skills.
  • Knowledge in developing students with lifelong social and independent living skills. 
  • Strong communication, organization, and conflict-resolution skills.