Programs Director

Description Primary Position Objectives Manages career preparation, career exploration, personal and career counseling, and career transition readiness, ensuring the achievement of DOL-mandated performance levels and compliance with the PRH, DOL guidelines, contract specifications, The Bizzell Group policies, and Center or contract operating practices and procedures. This includes interviewing, hiring, counseling, motivating, monitoring, training, and evaluating assigned staff; performing outreach activities in the community; developing referral linkages for admissions; developing companies for assignee placements; serving on program workgroups; marketing the Job Corps program; composing corrective action plans; and monitoring departmental budgets. Position Responsibilities Administration Procedures 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. Ensures 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 MPC30, MPC32, 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 Effective Communication 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. Organization of Work 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. Professionalism 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. Leadership & Management 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. Requirements 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. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr