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• Director of Youth Services Worcester, MA Apply The City of Worcester is seeking qualified applicants for a Director of Youth Services in the Department of Workforce Development. The Director of Youth Services is responsible for assisting the Executive Director in the planning, development, administration, and oversight of the MassHire Central Region Workforce Board (MCRWB)\'s youth workforce initiatives. This includes managing Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) youth-funded programs as well as youth workforce development programs and services supported by the City of Worcester, the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, and other public and private funding sources. The Director of Youth Services provides strategic leadership for all MCRWB youth initiatives, ensuring that programs align with organizational priorities and achieve desired outcomes. Additional responsibilities include overseeing compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and policies; developing and maintaining collaborative relationships with employers, educational institutions, government agencies, community organizations, and other stakeholders; negotiating, executing, and monitoring contracts; and ensuring the effective delivery of high-quality workforce development services for youth throughout the region. Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.

Minimum Requirements:

\~ Bachelor\'s degree in public administration/policy, social science, and business administration or related field, or; Any equivalent combination of education, training and seven (7) years of relevant experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position may be considered in lieu of above requirement(s). \~ Five (5) years of experience leading government-funded youth workforce-focused programs. \~ Three (3) years of supervisory experience overseeing youth workforce programs and services staff. \~ Valid driver\'s license and access to reliable transportation.

Preferred Qualifications:

\~ Ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in youth workforce development. \~ Five (5) years of supervisory experience overseeing youth workforce programs and services staff. \~ Five (5) years of experience managing federally funded Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Youth programs. \~ Five (5) years of professional leadership experience with a MassHire Workforce Board, MassHire Career Center, or MassHire subrecipient organization. \~ Three (3) years of experience leading the development, implementation, and evaluation of strategic initiatives and plans related to youth workforce development. \~ Three (3) years of professional experience in youth workforce development within the Central MA Workforce Development Area. Click Here to Read Full Job Description Active Filters Director of Youth Services Worcester, MA Clear All Apply