PHILADELPHIA WORKS INC

This position provides strategic oversight and management to the the overall operation of the PA CareerLink® System providers and additional adult workforce service programs ensuring all goals and standards are met as outlined by the funding sources and the department’s goals and objectives.. Oversee the operations of the PA CareerLink® system providers to ensure all contractors are in compliance with funding source requirements: (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) and Title I Workforce Innovation & Opportunity Act (WIOA) and others, as applicable.. Develop strategies to maximize the effectiveness and efficiency of the PA CareerLink® system operations along with the specific programs within it.. Negotiate contracts management for PA CareerLink® Philadelphia and adult workforce programs by stablishing budgets, preparing scopes of works and other tactical duties that support the overall contracting process.. Oversee the One-Stop Operator work, including PA CareerLink® certification process, annual monitoring visits by Labor & Industry, and other WIOA and TANF mandated processes for compliance.

senior manager

Description:
About Philadelphia Works, Inc.
Philadelphia Works (PhilaWorks) is a 501c3 non-profit organization that invests in solutions and services to grow Philadelphia’s economy by connecting employers to workforce talent and career seekers to jobs. We influence the public policies that support economic growth and optimize funding and resources to invest in regional solutions to build a skilled and thriving workforce.
Position Summary
This position is responsible for ensuring the maximum effectiveness and efficiency of the Philadelphia Adult Workforce System operations and drives the service delivery strategy. This position provides strategic oversight and management to the the overall operation of the PA CareerLink® System providers and additional adult workforce service programs ensuring all goals and standards are met as outlined by the funding sources and the department’s goals and objectives. This position ensures the contractors across the system are working together to achieve the system goals and implementing the system strategies. This position is also responsible for partnering with city departments and community stakeholders to ensure that PA CareerLink® services are delivered throughout the city in an accessible and equitable fashion.
Essential Functions
1. Manage the Philadelphia Adult Workforce system and providers with a focus on high quality customer service, customer goal achievement, continuous improvement, and strong data practices.
2. Oversee the operations of the PA CareerLink® system providers to ensure all contractors are in compliance with funding source requirements: (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) and Title I Workforce Innovation & Opportunity Act (WIOA) and others, as applicable.
3. Lead procurement processes for all programming related to adult workforce system.
4. Assess needs of adult workforce population in Philadelphia and work with director and data team to develop strategy and make recommendations for new services, as needed.
5. Manage Program Representatives and Program Monitoring staff to ensure they are providing effective support and monitoring the provider staff.
6. Develop strategies to maximize the effectiveness and efficiency of the PA CareerLink® system operations along with the specific programs within it.
7. Work with partner offices and organizations to develop plans for service delivery within the community.
8. Work with provider leadership to ensure the center and system-wide services contractors support the implementation of all service delivery models.
9. inlead the process of formulating and administering contractual goals and objectives as it relates to the Adult Workforce system.
10. Evaluate performance management reports to analyze center and system-wide contractors’ performance. Make recommendations to the Director, Workforce Operations.
11. Collaborate with contractor, leadership and Philadelphia Works, Inc. staff in the identification and recommendation of training for staff.
12. Work collaboratively with other managers in Operations & Data unit to ensure effective communication and coordination of services across all systems. Negotiate contracts management for PA CareerLink® Philadelphia and adult workforce programs by stablishing budgets, preparing scopes of works and other tactical duties that support the overall contracting process.
13. Oversee the One-Stop Operator work, including PA CareerLink® certification process, annual monitoring visits by Labor & Industry, and other WIOA and TANF mandated processes for compliance.
14. Staff the one stop operator committee of the board of directors.
15. Advise, consult, and coordinate with internal business units, to address any issues.
16. Complete monthly, quarterly, and annual reports as required.
17. Assist in writing the WIOA Local Plan.
18. Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
Requirements:
Education/Professional Experience
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Public Policy, Public Administration, Organizational Development, or related field with at least 5 years of experience in Human Services and at least 3 years in a leadership role. Or any combination of education and experience determined to be acceptable
Skills & Qualifications
Knowledge of social services programs and compliance management of funding sources
Experience with human services program design and implementation
Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal, presentation, planning and organizational skills
Excellent management and leadership skills
Ability to adapt to a changing work environment and possess the flexibility to multitask and meet departmental needs
Strong leadership skills to manage staff, drive and influence change, and drive efficiencies.
Ability to train, motivate and build a cohesive team
Ability to build solid relationships that engender trust
Ability to interact effectively with various levels of staff, management, government officials, and the public
Ability to generate innovative ideas and effectively communicate them verbally and in writing
Ability to comprehend system wide strategy/vision and communicate it to stakeholders
Demonstrated ability to move ideas and vision to implementation successfully
Ability to assess the strengths of others and maximize them to accomplish goals and work objectives
Knowledgeable and lead by example
Ability to travel to various locations throughout the city
Demonstrate proficiency with Microsoft Office suite, Word, Excel, and Outlook specifically

What We Offer
Philadelphia Works offers qualifying full-time employees with a competitive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), tuition assistance, life insurance, and disability. We also offer company-paid vacation, personal and sick leave days.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Philadelphia Works is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, transgender status, and gender identity or expression), pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions), physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), veteran status, sexual preference, political affiliation, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws, in all matters pertaining to recruitment, selection, compensation, training, advancement and promotion, retention, discipline, and termination.

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