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| Job ID: 14057857 |
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| Job Title: | Career Pathway Program Director |
| Work Type: | Work Days: Weekdays, Work Vary: No , Shift: First (Day), Hours Per Week: 40, Work Type: Regular |
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| Salary Offered: | Unspecified |
| Benefits: | 401(k) or other retirement, Dental Insurance, Health Insurance, Holidays, Sick Leave or PTO, Vacation or PTO, Vision Plan |
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| Physical Required: | Unspecified |
| Drug Testing Required: | Unspecified |
| Education Required: | |
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| Experience Required: | Unspecified |
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| Required Skills: | Program Innovation & Data Analysis/Evaluation:
Data analysis skills and proficiency with data management software
Analyze program data to evaluate effectiveness and identify areas for improvement
Prepare reports on program performance, expenditures, outcomes for Hired and stakeholders
Assist team in using data to inform program design and approaches
Participate in the development and implementation of methods to evaluate and include participant and stakeholder voice in service delivery
Evaluate, develop, and implement methods to improve participant-centric service delivery
Administrative and Financial Leadership:
Manage program budgets for city, county, state, federal, and philanthropic funding. Includes budget development, braiding resources, quarterly projections, expenditure oversight, reporting, amendments, modifications, and staff allocations.
In partnership with the Executive Director and the Advancement team, lead program concept development and positioning for new or existing projects
In partnership with the Executive Director and the Advancement team, develop and deliver presentations and/or marketing materials to stakeholders
Monitor and report on grant deliverables and budgets
Work closely with key partners to leverage funding and develop strategies for program enhancement
Develop and manage relationships with multiple stakeholders including funders, partners, employers, and policy makers
Provide program/project oversight and ensure high quality outcomes and compliance with funder requirements, including monitoring visits
Inform Executive Director of critical issues that impact programming and/or the organization
Participate in organizational or programmatic strategic planning and implementation
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Strong written and oral communication skills applicable to internal and external audiences, including electronic communications
Results-driven with a commitment to continuous improvement
Experience working with culturally, ethnically, and socio-economically diverse populations
Ability to work effectively with others to meet organizational goals
Ability to be flexible and work well under pressure in a fast-paced, multi-tasking, team environment.
Skill in active listening, problem solving and persuasion
Efficient organizational and planning skills
Effective time management and ability to prioritize work
Ability and willingness to respond constructively to rapid change
Ability to lead by example and to mentor and guide others
Computer proficiency (including O365 - Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams - and databases) and effective use of technology, digital platforms and tools in program design and management. |
| Preferred Skills: | OTHER EXPECTATIONS
Understand and support Hired’s mission, vision and values
Adhere to Hired’s standard of conduct and policies as stated in the Employee Handbook
Maintain a strong work ethic that ensures honesty, conscientiousness and dependability
Assist, mentor and cooperate with others to encourage professional development.
Adapt and adjust to work environment of change, uncertainty and ambiguity
Participate in Hired internal and external activities, trainings, and groups in addition to essential job functions
Carry out all job responsibilities in the spirit of diversity, equity and inclusion |
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| Job Description: |
POSITION DESCRIPTION
This position is a member of Hired’s Senior Leadership team and is responsible for strategic, visionary, and all aspects of operational leadership of Hired’s Career Pathway work. The Career Pathway Director is responsible for developing and overseeing integrated education and training programs that provide clear pathways to high-demand careers, and leads three direct reports, with an indirect team of 10 and a financial portfolio of approximately $2 million.
Hired is dedicated to helping people access upwardly mobile career paths and we are seeking a leader to spearhead this work. The ideal candidate will bring an entrepreneurial mindset and human-centered approach to designing equitable on-ramps to prosperity. They will also possess a commitment to high quality program execution and evaluation, program innovation, a collaborative spirit and joy for this work, as well as a commitment to Hired’s mission, vision and values.
Your Role:
Reimagine career pathways as a catalyst for economic mobility
Embed a racial equity and social justice lens into all pathway development
Reimagine traditional education/training silos through integrated service delivery models
Engage employers growing economic inclusion and nurturing organizational cultures of belonging
Utilize human-centered design to co-create pathways customized to unique learner needs
Facilitate empowering learning experiences grounded in career navigation and support services
Engage government and community leaders collaboratively on issues of policy and practice to improve outcomes for marginalized communities
Navigate complex policy and budgetary environments effectively
Cultivate an organizational culture centered on dignity, equity, inclusion and continuous learning
Navigate across/between projects and multiple budgets balancing participant-centric design while ensuring compliance with funding regulations
Required Mindset:
Passionate advocate for equitable access and inclusion principles
Creative thinker to navigate and change systemic barriers and conventional approaches
Adaptive and creative approaches to program design and development
Entrepreneurial spirit driving innovation, vision and iterative program design.
Commitment to elevating underrepresented voices
Cultural humility and ability to build trust across diverse communities
Skilled systems-level thinker and changemaker capable of collective impact
Creative and enthusiastic problem-solver
Positively engage key partners on philosophical, regulatory, and programmatic aspects of policy that impacts opportunities for our constituents.
Qualifications:
7+ years’ experience leading education/workforce development initiatives
In-depth knowledge of career pathways model and integrated education approaches
Expertise blending technology, contextualized learning, and culturally-responsive approaches
Excellent partnership building, communication and grant writing skills
Budget management and resource cultivation abilities, including proposal development experience
Advanced degree in education, social work, nonprofit management or related field
In addition to the Essential Functions, Skills and Abilities, Core Competencies and Other Expectations listed below, qualified candidates will:
Build a diverse team, create professional development opportunities, and embrace a culture grounded in mutual respect that reflects our organizational values
Inspire, lead, care for and supervise a mobile and decentralized team
Value people, equity, inclusion, collaboration and an ability to celebrate diversity in all its forms.
Create approaches that embrace participant voice, employer involvement, labor market data, and effective practices in program design
Demonstrate experience in overseeing program compliance and data management systems as well as supporting the team to use data to inform program design and approaches
Build strong working relationships with funders and be knowledgeable of public and private funding sources
Work collaboratively with other programs within Hired to integrate program activities and elevate learnings in pursuit of community service excellence.
The Career Pathway Director will be a driving force in developing robust education and training programs that open access to life-changing, short-term career pathway trainings across the Twin Cities.
Essential Functions
Program Development and Management:
Conduct labor market research to identify in-demand occupations and associated skills needs
Design career pathway programs that combine employability and sector specific training
Align curriculum and credentials with job requirements and industry standards
Integrate basic skills instruction and appropriate academic and technical learning outcomes
Develop rigorous curricula using instructional best practices
Use technology, digital platforms and tools in effective program design and service delivery
Cultivate relationships with employers, industry associations, and workforce boards
Facilitate employer engagement to guide program development and ensure programs meet workforce needs
Support employers to realize their role in economic inclusion and build cultures of belonging
Coordinate scheduling, facilities, equipment, and instructional resources
Recruit and enroll students through outreach and partnerships
Monitor student progress, retention, and completion metrics
Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations and guidelines
Establish contractual instruction with colleges for accredited coursework and credentials
Manage program budgets and allocate resources effectively
Monitor program performance and make adjustments as needed to improve outcomes
Identify opportunities to improve Hired’s approach to recruitment, job placement and job retention services
Represent Hired’s Career Pathway program in meetings with stakeholders and other agencies
Recruit, hire, and train program management staff; manage personnel issues in partnership with HR in accordance with corporate policy and labor laws
Supervise Career Pathway staff, including work allocation, employee training and development, problem resolution, and performance evaluation of staff
Develop and monitor staff infrastructure to ensure maximum effectiveness and efficiency
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