Associate Director, Workforce Development & Community Impact

Illinois Peace Project; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 78,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K

Life insurance

Job summary

Institute for Nonviolence Chicago seeks an Associate Director – Workforce Development to lead the workforce team serving 200+ participants across three neighborhoods. You will refine curriculum, coordinate referrals with Street Outreach, and use data to drive program improvements and job placements.

As part of the leadership team, you’ll manage budgets, partnerships (SC2 and Cara Collective), and ensure high-quality service delivery while advancing nonviolence principles and trauma-informed

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• At least three (3) years of management experience, preferably individuals with a history of justice system involvement.
• At least five (5) years of experience in workforce development and job readiness programming.
• Familiarity with Chicago neighborhoods and the drivers of violence.
• Ability to take initiative, lead by example, and maintain confidentiality.
• Must have a valid driver’s license, access to a vehicle, and insurance.
• Commitment to nonviolence, restorative justice and trauma-informed practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic oversight and direction for all workforce development programming.
• Monitor grant spending, budgets, and participate in annual budgeting.
• Collaborate with partner departments and external stakeholders to ensure seamless referrals.
• Lead the workforce development team with coaching and professional development.
• Represent the organization at external meetings and manage key partnerships.
• Ensure data collection and program impact reporting across neighborhoods.

Skills

Leadership & management

Strategic planning

Verbal communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Institute for Nonviolence Chicago seeks an Associate Director – Workforce Development to lead the workforce team serving 200+ participants across three neighborhoods. You will refine curriculum, coordinate referrals with Street Outreach, and use data to drive program improvements and job placements.

As part of the leadership team, you’ll manage budgets, partnerships (SC2 and Cara Collective), and ensure high-quality service delivery while advancing nonviolence principles and trauma-informed