Assistant Director, Workforce Development

Position Title:

Assistant Director, Workforce Development Job Description:

POSITION TITLE

Assistant Director, Workforce Development STATUS:

Full Time {Grant-funded}

DEPARTMENT

Workforce Development

DIVISION

Academic Affairs

CLASSIFICATION

Exempt UNION:

Non-Union

REPORTS TO

Director, Workforce Development

PLACEMENT

Professional Staff, Grade 12

HIRING RANGE:

$77,052 - $86,683 annually Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The student population at the college is diverse in ethnicity, gender, language, age and background. Joliet Junior College is an AA/EO employer and strongly encourages applications from candidates who would enhance the diversity of its staff.

POSITION SUMMARY

This position has responsibilities for meeting grant guidelines and performance measures under the Workforce Investment and Opportunity Act, the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunities, the Department of Labor, and other public and private grantors. Plans and coordinates programs so that the institutional goals and objectives and requirements of state and federal laws and regulations are met and contracted services provided. Networks with other employment and training service providers, business and local development groups and professional organizations. Prepares various reports to provide narrative and statistical data. Write grant proposals and implement training programs. Requires entrepreneurial skills, flexibility, evening hours and some weekend work as well as local travel to class and employment sites throughout the district.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 1.

Manage the operational, budget and personnel functions of Workforce Development programs and services. 2. Effectively lead a team to achieve goals and meet grant guidelines. 3. Manage the human resources development; provide content area expertise in the hiring and training of staff and instructors. Supervise internal staff; develop individual training plans for new hires; monitor adherence to plan; take corrective actions to ensure job retention. 4. Write grant proposals and analyze, evaluate and report statistical course data and student outcomes. Lead grant-writing and grant-proposal development with outside organizations to facilitate project development, grant application, and proposal submission. 5. Develop training proposals; define deliverables and their cost; secure approval of training for cost reimbursement. 6. Establish policies and procedures for grant programs, business engagement, student recruitment and program evaluation. 7. Seek out supplemental sources of funding; monitor activities for adherence to regulations and procedures. 8. Monitor budget and expenditures; recommend budget allocations. 9. Develop policies, guidelines and systems to ensure an effective operation of the grants process. Ensure compliance of the related grant, workforce investment board, state and federal regulations by reviewing applicable circulars and participating in relevant trainings. 10. Develop and maintain relationships with local economic and community development groups, chamber of commerce, units of government, business, labor, and community-based organizations, etc. to enhance partnerships. Network with local and national organizations to improve and promote programs and services. 11. Serve as the liaison with job placement service providers. Network and consult with other employment and training service providers on hiring job training graduates. 12. Collaborate with program monitors and external auditors during annual and year-end closing audits. Provide requested schedules, pull requested documentation, provided timely correspondence and draft responses to audit findings. 13. Manage marketing, recruitment, and outreach initiatives for grant programs. 14. Develop and submit quarterly and annual reports on the operation and performance of grant contracts. 15. Maintain all grant-related records as necessary to fulfill contract requirements. 16. Participate in achieving departmental and college goals and objectives. 17. Perform related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 1.

Bachelor's degree in training and development, vocational assessment, counseling, education or related field. 2. Three (3) years of work experience in training and development, and/or adult learning principles with broad knowledge of curriculum, instruction and course content construction, continuing education, instructional design, or related. 3. Advanced knowledge of assessment tools, workforce development and preparation strategies, marketing and recruitment, training program delivery, academic and career advising, and course registration. 4. Advanced knowledge of federal programs in this area, along with grant writing and monitoring skills. 5. Excellent interpersonal, communication, time and project management and organizational skills. 6. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with other members of the college and community, displaying cultural competence as well as emotional intelligence. 7. Demonstrated commitment to the college's core values of respect and inclusion, sustainability, integrity, collaboration, humor and well-being, innovation and quality.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 1.

Master's degree. 2. Management experience in career planning, job search/placement services, vocational education, adult learning principles, and multiple population groups. 3. Advanced technological skills to implement delivery of services and adhere to all management information systems and record keeping requirements. 4. National Career Readiness Certificate. 5. English and Spanish verbal and written communication proficiency. 6. Demonstrated multicultural competence.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 1.

Normal office physical demands. 2. Ability to travel between campus locations and to and from community events. 3. Ability to travel in state and nationally.

WORKING CONDITIONS 1.

Duties are performed indoors in the usual office and/or outdoor environment.

BENEFITS

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JJC's Benefits:

Non-Union Support Staff, Professional, Administrative.

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Full time Union (If Applicable):

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40 Founded in 1901 as the nation's first public community college, JJC's dedication to student learning, community prosperity, and personal growth has influenced generations of students and community partners. Our six campuses and extension centers ensure accessibility and empower 30,000 students annually to improve their lives through the power of education. Our commitment to our mission drives the change and innovation necessary to meet the evolving needs of our students, employees, and community. Our continued success is drawn from talented, diverse, and committed employees whose knowledge and passion for education create a thriving culture both in and out of the classroom. JJC supports an inclusive and collaborative environment where everyone can learn, grow, and perform at their best. We invite you to apply your skills and experience in a way that supports excellence and rewards your contributions. Join our family and make JJC your first choice!

ANNUAL CLERY SAFETY REPORT

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