Center Director (62228)

Salary Range $120,000.00 Salary/year

Position Type Full Time

Category Education

Description

POSITION SUMMARY Serves as Center Chief Operating Officer. Analyzes systems/data and uses proper judgment and discretion to resolve issues and problems including providing policy interpretation and decisions to staff. Acts as primary liaison between Center and DOL Offices regarding Center activities and contract compliance. Responds to Company and DOL requests in a timely and professional manner. Ensures strict confidentiality of sensitive information and integrity of student data.

MANAGEMENT & SUPERVISION Supervises and manages the Job Corps Center and all related activities.

RESPONSIBILITIES o Follows all integrity guidelines and procedures and ensures no manipulation of student data. o Ensures Center meets or exceeds DOL/Company performance goals. o Responsible for the daily management, supervision and direction of the Job Corps Center and all related activities. Ensures a well maintained, attractive and safe Center environment for students. o Adherence to all DOL/Company-approved Human Resources policies and ensures all staff are provided with a nondiscriminatory work environment with equal opportunity and treatment. o Ensures effective resource management to maximize overall Center performance. o Fills staff vacancies in a timely manner. o Effectively motivates, empowers and requires staff to perform his/her job responsibilities. Employs sound time- management and delegation skills. Holds staff accountable for producing quality work, develops staff for career progression and disciplines staff that fail to meet goals. o Provides required/supplemental training for new and current employees. o Motivates and manages staff to work effectively, creates a supportive work environment, recognizes staff accomplishments and proactively addresses staff performance concerns. o Develops Center-beneficial linkages within the community for education, employment, Career Technical Training and WBL. Promotes a positive image of the Center and Job Corps and establishes meaningful relationships with elected officials. o Mentors, monitors and models the Career Success Standards as required by the PRH. o Provides high-quality supervision and management for the student population. Takes swift and appropriate action and positively influences student behavior. Shows respect and courtesy to students and holds them accountable for their actions and behavior. o Provides quality programs and services for students and ensures that quality is maintained and student needs are met. Pursues improvement and enhancement of programs and services. o Exchanges ideas and information, both orally and in writing, in a clear and concise manner and contributes meaningfully to group efforts by offering relevant ideas and knowledge. Provides quality and timely information to DOL/Company when requested. o Effectively articulates thoughts and ideas. Identifies problems, analyzes causes and evaluates appropriate solutions prior to taking or recommending actions. Follows up to ensure prompt/appropriate action is taken and that problems are in fact corrected. o Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE Bachelors degree from an accredited school required. Masters degree from an accredited school preferred. A minimum of five years experience in program management and direction with a substantial experience working with youth. Department of Labor approval required.

“Adams and Associates, Inc. abides by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.” This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.