Program Manager - WIOA Adult/DW

We help job seekers and career changers prepare for and advance in careers with a focus on sustainable, high-growth, high-demand industries. Our committed and well-trained workforce professionals deliver comprehensive workforce solutions at integrated career centers, sector-focused centers and community, and partner sites.

• Work in partnership with the Project Director, Deputy Project Director and Operations Manager on planning and overall day-to-day operations/program development/contract management/human resources/staff development/business development
• Develop and maintain a communications plan and keep all lines of business communities appraised of project plans and related implications
• Provide day-to-day leadership, guidance, oversight and direction to the project youth team in order to maximize contracted performance.
• Develop strategic plans/quality management
• Implement project strategies that exceed Top Five contractual requirements including metrics, cost, and quality
• Manage the project monitoring and evaluation system, including project indicators and outputs to develop and promote appropriate evaluation strategies for program activities
• Lead, supervise, and hold accountable direct reports to meet contracted performance expectations
• Coordinate employee training, mentoring, work assignments, performance assessment, development and succession with the Operations Manager
• Ensure all staff are trained and assessed on funded programs, customer service, and HEART/LEGACY Principles
• Maintain a library of knowledge and lessons learned from project activities, monitor reviews and audits
• Ensure that all required reporting is submitted in a timely manner to the appropriate parties
• Performs other duties as requested

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university or college preferred or 2 years' work experience in training, customer service, staffing or recruiting
• Extensive knowledge with workforce development programs preferred
• Familiarity with the communities being served, with knowledge and understanding of local needs and resources
• Ability to work well in teams and independently
• Excellent verbal/ written communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated strong customer service skills
• Strong presentation skills
• Friendly, professional demeanor
• Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Windows and Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Valid driver's license in good standing and proof of automobile insurance required

This position pays $55,000.00 annually.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Equus Workforce Solutions is a leading provider of workforce development services in North America. With a dedicated and passionate team, Equus puts the industry's best practices to work by focusing on the development, design, and delivery of demand-driven workforce solutions.

When you join Equus, you can expect extensive learning opportunities and networking programs. But most of all you can expect to make a lasting impact on the lives of others.

At Equus we are strengthened by diversity. We are committed to providing a work environment in which everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. Equus Workforce Solutions is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, religion, national origin, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or reprisal or any other characteristic protected under state, federal, or local law.