JVSG Program Manager

Operates under the supervision of the Grants and Strategic Populations Assistant Director and provides oversight and leadership to state-level JVSG staff, ensuring compliance with federal mandates. Supports the Grants and Strategic Populations Assistant Director in overseeing staff performance, professional development, and training needs, ensuring continuous improvement and adherence to JVSG and workforce development standards. Assists the Grants and Strategic Populations Assistant Director in developing and issuing policy guidance and program directives to support staff in the effective delivery of JVSG services, ensuring alignment with the Office of Workforce Development (OWD) system. Manages assigned aspects of the federal grant, including the preparation and submission of quarterly narrative reports, support in developing annual grant applications, and monitoring program performance standards and compliance requirements. Provides direct technical assistance, mentoring, and guidance to staff and workforce development partners to enhance their capacity in serving veterans and other eligible persons. Builds and maintains strong partnerships with community leaders, employers, training providers, and veteran service organizations to expand employment and training opportunities for veterans and eligible persons. Coordinates with other OWD and TCSG teams and leadership to promote collaborative service delivery, resource sharing, and avoidance of duplication of efforts. Ensures program compliance with federal and state regulations, including adherence to TEGLs, VPLs, and 20 CFR requirements governing JVSG and Wagner-Peyser services. Position requires frequent in-state travel (and occasional out-of-state travel), including overnight stays, and availability to work evenings and weekends as needed. Requirements Candidate must be an eligible veteran.* (DD-214 is required. Please upload with your submitted application). Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Public Administration, Business Administration, Human Services, Behavioral Sciences or a related field; Two years of experience working with Veterans Programs to include monitoring and program review, and knowledge of Veterans’ Priority of Service; Two years of direct experience supervising Veterans Program staff; Three years of experience leading/facilitating groups in order to instruct or provide information; Experience managing federal programs/grant management; Proficiency in utilizing Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel. Knowledge of WIOA, Wagner-Peyser, or JVSG programs. Strong communication and reporting skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite. Ability to travel, including evenings and weekends. Core Competencies Demonstrates expertise in managing federal grants and programs, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations while providing leadership and technical assistance to staff and partners. Strong ability to build partnerships and enhance service delivery for veterans and eligible persons. Highest-signal resume keywords Federal Grant Management Veterans Program Supervision WIOA Knowledge Strong Communication Skills Microsoft Office Proficiency ATS Optimization Keywords Hard Skills Program Monitoring Policy Development Performance Standards Compliance Technical Assistance Group Facilitation Soft Skills Leadership Mentoring Collaboration Reporting Skills Certifications & Qualifications DD-214 Industry Keywords JVSG Wagner-Peyser TEGLs VPLs Veterans' Priority of Service Tools & Technologies Microsoft Word Microsoft PowerPoint Microsoft Excel Microsoft Office Suite #J-18808-Ljbffr Jobtailor