Project Director

The Project Director is responsible for overseeing an individual project ensuring and executing the project's overall strategic plan. In this role the incumbent will practice working knowledge in Workforce Development protocols, which include a basic understanding of the field, core programs and business plans. As a leader and member of the Corporate Management Team, the Executive Director is accountable for ensuring quality and integrity across all workforce functions. This position is expected to be 100% onsite. Travel: Local travel, up to 30% of the time.

Responsibilities

Ensure compliance with contract requirements, including the adherence to policies and procedures and program monitoring; Focus on expenditure rates ensuring everything is on track without disallowed costs, driving metrics and performance, providing support and coaching to front line staff and creating service delivery plans for projects; Coordinate the planning and implementation of policies and procedures for continuous improvement and customer satisfaction; Serve as the primary local contact and contract liaison for the funding source; Lead a team of high functioning employees to execute the program initiatives while supporting employee growth; Conduct regular coaching sessions and annual performance evaluations of the team; Approach each day and task with a "ZAG" mindset; Other duties and projects as needed

Requirements

A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience; Experience and knowledge of WIOA, TANF, SNAP, and other workforce development contracts/programs; Strong emotional intelligence and ability to lead a team with different working styles; The ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while remaining flexible, proactive, resourceful, and efficient and maintain a high-level of confidentiality; Experience in planning and organizing work standards, processes, and references; Sharp attention to detail with strong organizational, analytical, research and critical thinking skills; The capability to meet deadlines and work under pressure, including the ability to perform and complete a high volume of work assignments with speed and accuracy, work cooperatively with others and showing courteousness and a high level of professionalism; The ability to maintain confidentiality at all times, handle personnel matters effectively, and handle employee and personnel inquiries with sensitivity, tact and diplomacy; A Valid Driver's License

Nice to have

Masters or MBA preferred; 3-5 years of operational leadership and management experience with knowledge of WIOA contracts/programs preferred; Knowledge about the local region and relevant partners (preferred)

Benefits

401k with a generous employer match; Medical, dental, and vision insurance with an employee-sponsored HSA on any qualifying plans; Disability insurance; Supplemental insurance