Director of Cradle to Career Initiatives Waterbury Bridge to Success Partnership Inc Waterbury, CT Job Details Full-time $75,000 - $95,000 a year 20 hours ago Benefits Health savings account Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Google Workspace Staff supervision Strategic goal setting Team leadership Program development Operations coordination Coaching Social service program staff supervision Transcription Team development Database management Professional development support Data management Data interpretation Leading team collaboration initiatives Productivity software Non-profit experience Project stakeholder communication General management Stakeholder relationship building Full Job Description Job Summary The Director of Cradle to Career Initiatives will serve as the principal leader on Waterbury BTS Initiatives related to the 7 Cradle to Career milestones. Hands-on results driven leader and strategist with in-depth understanding of data and relationship building skills. This position will supervise and manage the Early Childhood Development initiative staff and the College & Workforce Readiness Initiative staff (when hired) to ensure that all Waterbury BTS Initiatives are consistently structured, operationalized, and improving outcomes. Responsibilities

• Facilitate the work and lead the project management efforts for the Cradle to Career Initiative to enable progress within community-level outcomes using the principles of collective impact and our system drivers.

o Work with Initiative leadership and members to identify gaps and opportunities while seeking to articulate target populations, desired outcomes, and measurable indicators of success. o Build, manage, and maintain key community relationships, ensuring that equity is established as an overall mindset and focus of our work

• Manage, coach, and provide technical assistance to Early Childhood Development Manager and College & Workforce Readiness Manager to achieve objectives and complete deliverables; build capacity and oversee progress on continuous improvement.

o Set key performance indicators and lead team to meet on-time goals that align to Strategic Plan o Support strategic alignment of community engagement efforts in each Initiative to ensure cross sector representation and community voice are embedded Document continuous improvement processes, facilitations, presentations and procedures for the Waterbury BTS Initiatives to provide a standardized approach and communication methodology for key stakeholders. Monitor progress and quality of Initiatives ensuring appropriate level of project methodology and rigor is being applied. Work with ED and backbone staff to identify, track, and incorporate operational needs (e.g. CRM database management), communication needs (e.g. newsletter, social media, press release), and data services and reporting needs as they relate to the Initiatives. Support the ongoing collaborative work of the partnership by filling a variety of support roles including the coordination of meetings, events, and community presentations. Assist with grant writing and support fundraising strategies for operations and the work of the partners. Supervisory Duties Supervise Early Childhood Development initiative staff and the College & Workforce Readiness Initiative staff (when hired) Requirements The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and abilities required to satisfactorily perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

• Understanding of, and belief in systems change/collective impact work as the vehicle for making measurable progress to close the racial wealth and opportunity gap. Previous experience in this area strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 5-8 years combined experience in community, municipal, and/or non-profit experience.
• Middle-level management experience that involves developing and leading teams. Recognizing and cultivating talent to support individual growth and development.
• Strategically oriented individual who has the ability to move ideas to strategies and actions.
• Ability to work independently, set priorities, and make appropriate decisions with limited direction.
• Ability to quickly process complex information from various data sources and present it clearly and simply.
• Ability to process, create, and read data to serve in systems change measurements.
• Excellent communication (verbal and written), public presentation and interpersonal skills. Bi-lingual preferred.
• Flexibility to respond to emerging needs; creativity and innovative thinking skills.
• Strong facilitation, coordination, and project management skills. Experience in initiating and driving programs and/or initiatives.
• Relationship-oriented and easily see how people, ideas, and actions are intertwined with each other.
• Knowledge of education and social service systems and the support they provide for students and families.
• Strong track record of developing and maintaining effective working relationships with diverse stakeholders/communities. o Knowledge of the Waterbury community and context preferred. The ideal person for this role brings community ties, credibility among constituencies across Waterbury, and strong connections across the community.
• Proficient in Microsoft office and G-suite and general comfort with technology and software. Previous use of Salesforce or similar CRM tool preferred.
• Legally able to work in the United States and provide information to complete the I-9 form.

Candidates must complete a background check. Physical Requirements The employee is regularly required to communicate clearly, in oral and written formats, with others in person, over the phone, and via other devices. The employee must be able to transcribe, read extensively, prepare and analyze data, constantly operate a computer and other standard office machinery. The employee is required to regularly travel to offsite locations to set-up presentations and displays. Out-of-town travel to conferences may be required. Join us in shaping a future where every individual has the opportunity to thrive from cradle through career! This paid position offers a dynamic environment where your leadership can truly make a difference in transforming lives and strengthening communities through innovative initiatives rooted in collaboration and equity.

Pay:

$75,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Health savings account Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person