Monday, June 18, 2012

Director of Programs - SE Works (Portland)

Director of Programs (SE Portland)

Reporting to the Executive Director, the Director of Programs will be responsible for the program operational success of SE Works, ensuring seamless team management and development, program delivery, and quality control and evaluation for three Centers located at SE Works: The Youth Center, Reentry Employment Center and WorkForce Development Center.

In this newly established role, the Director of Programs will directly manage a staff of 3 Managers who have 25 direct reports.

Responsibilities
• Leadership
• Team Management and Development
• Program Oversight

Qualifications
This is an extraordinary opportunity for an individual with team management experience to grow and further enhance proven programs. The successful candidate will lead programs, partner with the ED and work collaboratively with a high-performance management team.

Specific requirements include:
• BA, BSW, MA preferred
• At least 5 years' experience in Workforce development with three of those in a team management role
• Demonstrated success developing and evaluating program models, and selecting and successfully operationalizing innovative programs
• Proficient in using technology as a management reporting tool
• Strong project management skills managing complex, multi-faceted projects resulting in measurable successes and program growth
• Strength in hiring, recruiting, managing, developing, coaching, and retaining individuals and teams, empowering them to elevate their levels of responsibility, span-of-control and performance
• Deep understanding of human resources and budgets
• Demonstrated results in managing through complex systems and proven experience negotiating win-win agreements
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with exceptional attention to details
• Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and a commitment to the alleviation of poverty.

Submit a cover letter and resume to hr@seworks.org by June 22nd.

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SE Works is an equal opportunity employer. SE Works does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, political affiliation, or any other basis prohibited by law. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.

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