{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"1f2ddf4f39e702a6792dc5c5","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/1f2ddf4f39e702a6792dc5c5","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/1f2ddf4f39e702a6792dc5c5","title":"Program Director","description":"Our employees consistently rate Grant Associates as a great place to work, and often recommend open positions to friends. We are a culturally diverse company with competitive benefits, frequent opportunities for growth and change, training and fun activities!\n\nInnovation and a culture of continuous improvement are built into the fabric of our company. Staff have an opportunity to improve themselves and our company by joining our Fit Forward, Culture, Innovation, and Green teams.\n\nJob Description\nWorkforce Program Director\n\nGeneral Description\n\nThe Workforce Program Director provides strategic leadership and oversight of workforce development programs to ensure strong performance, regulatory compliance, fiscal responsibility, and measurable outcomes. This role oversees program operations, staff development, employer partnerships, and service delivery to help job seekers gain skills, secure sustainable employment, and advance their careers.\n\nThe Director translates organizational goals and contractual requirements into actionable strategies, establishes clear performance expectations, and uses data to drive results and continuous improvement. This position is also responsible for fostering a positive, collaborative, and high-performing team culture where employees are supported, developed, and held accountable for achieving program goals.\n\nEssential Duties and Responsibilities\n\nProgram Leadership and Performance\n\nDevelop and implement program strategies aligned with organizational goals, contract requirements, and community workforce needs.\n\nOversee program operations, service delivery, enrollment, training, job placement, and employment retention.\n\nEstablish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to ensure program goals and contractual outcomes are achieved.\n\nAnalyze performance data, identify gaps, and implement action plans to improve results.\n\nPromote customer-centered services that support career advancement and sustainable employment.\n\nCompliance and Quality Assurance\n\nEnsure compliance with WIOA, applicable federal and state regulations, Workforce Board requirements, and funding guidelines.\n\nOversee program documentation, eligibility processes, reporting accuracy, and quality assurance activities.\n\nAddress audit findings, implement corrective actions, and strengthen operational procedures.\n\nMaintain accountability for accurate, timely reporting and continuous compliance improvement.\n\nBudget and Resource Management\n\nMonitor program budgets, expenditures, and resource allocation.\n\nEnsure funds are used appropriately, efficiently, and in accordance with contractual requirements.\n\nPartner with Finance and organizational leadership to monitor financial performance and address budget variances.\n\nIdentify opportunities to maximize resources and support program sustainability.\n\nEmployer and Community Partnerships\n\nBuild and maintain relationships with employers, training providers, educational institutions, Workforce Boards, and community partners.\n\nCollaborate with employer-facing teams to align workforce services with labor market needs and employment opportunities.\n\nExpand partnerships that support occupational training, work-based learning, job placement, and career advancement.\n\nRepresent the organization in stakeholder meetings and community workforce initiatives.\n\nTeam Leadership and Development\n\nBuild a positive, inclusive, and high-performing team culture grounded in trust, collaboration, communication, and accountability.\n\nEstablish clear expectations and performance goals for managers and staff, ensuring alignment with program objectives.\n\nCoach and develop employees, strengthen leadership capacity, and support professional growth.\n\nRecognize achievements, encourage innovation, and promote open communication and shared problem-solving.\n\nAddress performance concerns promptly and fairly while providing employees with the guidance and resources needed to succeed.\n\nMonitor team engagement, staffing needs, and workload to support employee effectiveness and retention.\n\nData, Reporting, and Continuous Improvement\n\nUse dashboards, KPIs, and program data to evaluate performance and guide decision-making.\n\nPrepare and present reports on program outcomes, compliance, financial performance, and strategic initiatives.\n\nEstablish consistent performance reviews and accountability processes.\n\nIdentify opportunities to improve service delivery, operational efficiency, customer experience, and program outcomes.\n\nKey Performance Indicators and Program Outcomes\n\nThe Director will be accountable for achieving established organizational and contractual performance goals, including:\n\nProgram performance: Achievement of enrollment, service delivery, and contractual performance targets.\n\nEmployment outcomes: Job placement, employment retention, and career advancement results.\n\nTraining outcomes: Training completion, credential attainment, and alignment with employer demand.\n\nCompliance and quality: Accurate documentation, timely reporting, audit readiness, and achievement of established quality standards.\n\nFinancial performance: Responsible budget management, appropriate expenditure utilization, and compliance with funding requirements.\n\nEmployer engagement: Development of strategic partnerships, qualified job opportunities, and successful employer referrals and placements.\n\nTeam effectiveness: Employee development, engagement, performance accountability, and retention.\n\nContinuous improvement: Timely implementation of corrective actions and measurable improvements in program performance and service quality.\n\nPerformance will be evaluated against approved organizational goals, applicable contract requirements, and established performance standards.\n\nQualifications\nQualifications\n\nBachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Workforce Development, Human Resources, or a related field; equivalent relevant experience may be considered.\n\nDemonstrated experience in workforce development, WIOA program management, grant-funded programs, or comparable program operations.\n\nKnowledge of federal and state workforce regulations, Workforce Board requirements, performance measures, and compliance standards.\n\nProven experience in program leadership, staff supervision, performance management, and budget oversight.\n\nExperience using data, KPIs, dashboards, and reporting tools to monitor performance and improve outcomes.\n\nStrong leadership skills with the ability to build collaborative teams, develop employees, and establish a culture of accountability.\n\nExcellent communication, analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.\n\nExperience developing employer partnerships and coordinating workforce training and employment initiatives.\n\nThe successful candidate will be a results-driven, people-centered leader who demonstrates integrity, strategic thinking, adaptability, and sound judgment. The Director must balance performance expectations with employee development, promote collaboration across teams, and create an environment where people feel valued, understand their purpose, and are empowered to succeed.\n\nSuccess in this role means delivering measurable workforce outcomes, maintaining strong compliance and financial accountability, building effective partnerships, and developing a thriving team committed to continuous improvement and organizational excellence.\n\nAdditional Information\nWe provide:\n\nCompetitive wages for high performance\n\n11 Paid Holidays\n\nPTO\n\nGuided Professional Development Plans\n\nSummer Fridays\n\nWeekly Wellness Sessions\n\nEmployer Paid Life Insurance\n\nEmployer 401k Contributions\n\nEmployee Referral Bonus\n\nEmployee Assistance Programs\n\nCompany Picnics Volunteer Experiences\n\nAccess to Free Financial Counseling\n\nInnovation and a culture of continuous improvement are built into the fabric of our company. Staff have an opportunity to improve themselves and our company by joining our Fit Forward, Innovation and Green teams.\n\nAbout Us:\nGrant Associates is a national workforce development company that is passionate about raising the economic security for the people, businesses, and communities we serve. Since opening our doors in 1997, we have operated programs in cities large and small, partnering with communities to build the human side of economic development. As one of the largest workforce development organizations in North America, we have provided workforce development services to more than 50,000 companies and helped more than 1.2 million people achieve their career goals.\n\nAPM, including Equus Workforce Solutions, Ross Innovative Employment Solutions, Dynamic Workforce Solutions, DESI, AGELIC, and Grant Associates, is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.\n\nAPM is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and hiring process. 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We are a culturally diverse company with competitive benefits, frequent opportunities for growth and change, training and fun activities!\n\nInnovation and a culture of continuous improvement are built into the fabric of our company. Staff have an opportunity to improve themselves and our company by joining our Fit Forward, Culture, Innovation, and Green teams.\n\nJob Description\nWorkforce Program Director\n\nGeneral Description\n\nThe Workforce Program Director provides strategic leadership and oversight of workforce development programs to ensure strong performance, regulatory compliance, fiscal responsibility, and measurable outcomes. This role oversees program operations, staff development, employer partnerships, and service delivery to help job seekers gain skills, secure sustainable employment, and advance their careers.\n\nThe Director translates organizational goals and contractual requirements into actionable strategies, establishes clear performance expectations, and uses data to drive results and continuous improvement. This position is also responsible for fostering a positive, collaborative, and high-performing team culture where employees are supported, developed, and held accountable for achieving program goals.\n\nEssential Duties and Responsibilities\n\nProgram Leadership and Performance\n\nDevelop and implement program strategies aligned with organizational goals, contract requirements, and community workforce needs.\n\nOversee program operations, service delivery, enrollment, training, job placement, and employment retention.\n\nEstablish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to ensure program goals and contractual outcomes are achieved.\n\nAnalyze performance data, identify gaps, and implement action plans to improve results.\n\nPromote customer-centered services that support career advancement and sustainable employment.\n\nCompliance and Quality Assurance\n\nEnsure compliance with WIOA, applicable federal and state regulations, Workforce Board requirements, and funding guidelines.\n\nOversee program documentation, eligibility processes, reporting accuracy, and quality assurance activities.\n\nAddress audit findings, implement corrective actions, and strengthen operational procedures.\n\nMaintain accountability for accurate, timely reporting and continuous compliance improvement.\n\nBudget and Resource Management\n\nMonitor program budgets, expenditures, and resource allocation.\n\nEnsure funds are used appropriately, efficiently, and in accordance with contractual requirements.\n\nPartner with Finance and organizational leadership to monitor financial performance and address budget variances.\n\nIdentify opportunities to maximize resources and support program sustainability.\n\nEmployer and Community Partnerships\n\nBuild and maintain relationships with employers, training providers, educational institutions, Workforce Boards, and community partners.\n\nCollaborate with employer-facing teams to align workforce services with labor market needs and employment opportunities.\n\nExpand partnerships that support occupational training, work-based learning, job placement, and career advancement.\n\nRepresent the organization in stakeholder meetings and community workforce initiatives.\n\nTeam Leadership and Development\n\nBuild a positive, inclusive, and high-performing team culture grounded in trust, collaboration, communication, and accountability.\n\nEstablish clear expectations and performance goals for managers and staff, ensuring alignment with program objectives.\n\nCoach and develop employees, strengthen leadership capacity, and support professional growth.\n\nRecognize achievements, encourage innovation, and promote open communication and shared problem-solving.\n\nAddress performance concerns promptly and fairly while providing employees with the guidance and resources needed to succeed.\n\nMonitor team engagement, staffing needs, and workload to support employee effectiveness and retention.\n\nData, Reporting, and Continuous Improvement\n\nUse dashboards, KPIs, and program data to evaluate performance and guide decision-making.\n\nPrepare and present reports on program outcomes, compliance, financial performance, and strategic initiatives.\n\nEstablish consistent performance reviews and accountability processes.\n\nIdentify opportunities to improve service delivery, operational efficiency, customer experience, and program outcomes.\n\nKey Performance Indicators and Program Outcomes\n\nThe Director will be accountable for achieving established organizational and contractual performance goals, including:\n\nProgram performance: Achievement of enrollment, service delivery, and contractual performance targets.\n\nEmployment outcomes: Job placement, employment retention, and career advancement results.\n\nTraining outcomes: Training completion, credential attainment, and alignment with employer demand.\n\nCompliance and quality: Accurate documentation, timely reporting, audit readiness, and achievement of established quality standards.\n\nFinancial performance: Responsible budget management, appropriate expenditure utilization, and compliance with funding requirements.\n\nEmployer engagement: Development of strategic partnerships, qualified job opportunities, and successful employer referrals and placements.\n\nTeam effectiveness: Employee development, engagement, performance accountability, and retention.\n\nContinuous improvement: Timely implementation of corrective actions and measurable improvements in program performance and service quality.\n\nPerformance will be evaluated against approved organizational goals, applicable contract requirements, and established performance standards.\n\nQualifications\nQualifications\n\nBachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Workforce Development, Human Resources, or a related field; equivalent relevant experience may be considered.\n\nDemonstrated experience in workforce development, WIOA program management, grant-funded programs, or comparable program operations.\n\nKnowledge of federal and state workforce regulations, Workforce Board requirements, performance measures, and compliance standards.\n\nProven experience in program leadership, staff supervision, performance management, and budget oversight.\n\nExperience using data, KPIs, dashboards, and reporting tools to monitor performance and improve outcomes.\n\nStrong leadership skills with the ability to build collaborative teams, develop employees, and establish a culture of accountability.\n\nExcellent communication, analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.\n\nExperience developing employer partnerships and coordinating workforce training and employment initiatives.\n\nThe successful candidate will be a results-driven, people-centered leader who demonstrates integrity, strategic thinking, adaptability, and sound judgment. The Director must balance performance expectations with employee development, promote collaboration across teams, and create an environment where people feel valued, understand their purpose, and are empowered to succeed.\n\nSuccess in this role means delivering measurable workforce outcomes, maintaining strong compliance and financial accountability, building effective partnerships, and developing a thriving team committed to continuous improvement and organizational excellence.\n\nAdditional Information\nWe provide:\n\nCompetitive wages for high performance\n\n11 Paid Holidays\n\nPTO\n\nGuided Professional Development Plans\n\nSummer Fridays\n\nWeekly Wellness Sessions\n\nEmployer Paid Life Insurance\n\nEmployer 401k Contributions\n\nEmployee Referral Bonus\n\nEmployee Assistance Programs\n\nCompany Picnics Volunteer Experiences\n\nAccess to Free Financial Counseling\n\nInnovation and a culture of continuous improvement are built into the fabric of our company. Staff have an opportunity to improve themselves and our company by joining our Fit Forward, Innovation and Green teams.\n\nAbout Us:\nGrant Associates is a national workforce development company that is passionate about raising the economic security for the people, businesses, and communities we serve. Since opening our doors in 1997, we have operated programs in cities large and small, partnering with communities to build the human side of economic development. As one of the largest workforce development organizations in North America, we have provided workforce development services to more than 50,000 companies and helped more than 1.2 million people achieve their career goals.\n\nAPM, including Equus Workforce Solutions, Ross Innovative Employment Solutions, Dynamic Workforce Solutions, DESI, AGELIC, and Grant Associates, is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.\n\nAPM is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and hiring process. 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