Centralized Job Center Program Manager

Goodwill of the San Francisco Bay; Leavenworth (KS); On-site; USD 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Professional development

Commuter benefits

HSA/FSA

Job summary

Goodwill of the San Francisco Bay is seeking a Program Manager to lead the Centralized Job Center (CJC) in San Francisco, guiding a team delivering intensive career coaching, assessments, and job placement services for dislocated workers and those retraining. You’ll drive program performance, foster partnerships with community and government agencies, and report to the Director of Career Services.

The role emphasizes strategic direction, cross-team leadership, and collaboration with Mission

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of supervisory experience managing teams to deliver workforce development programs preferably with WIOA Title I eligibility requirements
• Bachelor’s degree in Social Science, Business Administration or Organizational Development or equivalent preferred
• Growth mindset and passion for helping people improve
• Strong relationship builder, collaborator, and communicator with experience leading diverse teams
• Knowledge of SF Bay Area employment barriers and industry hiring trends
• Proficiency with databases and data analysis; able to manage computer operations

Responsibilities

• Recruit, hire, and supervise a diverse team of direct service staff at the CJC
• Train staff on best practices and Goodwill processes to improve service delivery to clients and partners
• Audit caseloads and ensure enrollment, job placement & training, and retention meet standards
• Identify opportunities for staff development and growth
• Represent the program in leadership and advisory meetings; provide recommendations and problem-solving
• Oversee grant contracts funding career services and employer engagement activities
• Develop performance objectives and measurements for evaluation and goal setting
• Engage with OEWD workforce providers and community partners to raise Goodwill’s presence
• Develop outreach strategies to promote Goodwill programming and cultivate employer relationships
• Collaborate with development teams to fundraise for continued services
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Supervisory experience

Leadership

Communication

Relationship building

Cross-functional collaboration

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Social Science, Business Administration or Organizational Development or equivalent

Tools

Salesforce

Client Track

Workforce Central

Job description

750 Post St. San Francisco California, 94109,

Pay Range Minimum
$75,000.00

JOB SUMMARY

The Program Manager of the Centralized Job Center (CJC) is responsible for running Goodwill’s Centralized Job Center in San Francisco, which is an America’s Job Center of California (AJCC). The position leads a team and the strategic direction of CJC with the goal of providing job placement, training, barrier removal, and retention services to clients.

This position will be overseeing a team providing intensive career coaching support, assessments, and job placement services to dislocated workers, people seeking retraining, and others starting work for the first time. Other responsibilities will include managing program performance, growing our program’s footprint, building strong partnerships with community-based organizations, local and state government agencies, and industry leaders. They will also develop and cultivate public and philanthropic partnerships within the Office of Workforce Development in San Francisco that support Goodwill’s mission. This position will collaborate closely with the Mission Advancement leadership team and reports to the Director of Career Services.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Recruit, hire, and supervise a diverse team of direct service staff at the CJC
• Train staff on best practices and Goodwill processes to improve service delivery to clients and partners
• Assign and audit Career Advisor caseloads and conduct regular check-in to ensure compliance standards for client flow are met for enrollment, job placement & training, and retention
• Identify and create opportunities for professional development and growth for staff
• As a member of Goodwill’s Mission Advancement Leadership Team, accurately present issues that impact your ability to achieve maximum results, provide recommendations, problem solve and implement solutions to achieve outcomes.
• Oversee all grant contracts funding career services and employer engagement activities at the CJC including progress towards contract goals, collaborating on program reporting, and spenddown strategies
• Develop performance objectives and measurements to ensure consistent, high-quality evaluation and goal setting
• Participate in internal and external committee meetings with OEWD workforce providers to increase Goodwill’s presence in the community, including representing Goodwill at community events
• Develop outreach strategies to promote Goodwill programming, client engagement, cultivate employer relationships and foster stronger community resource networking
• Develop new programing and work closely with our development team to fundraise for continued services and programming
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• 3-5 years of supervisory experience managing teams to deliver workforce development programs preferably with WIOA Title I eligibility requirements
• Bachelor’s degree in Social Science, Business Administration or Organizational Development or equivalent is preferred
• Have a growth mindset and a passion for helping people continuously improve
• Be a strong relationship builder, collaborator, and communicator with experience leading diverse teams, developing an enterprise-wide strategy for program excellence, and engaging community
• Possess strong problem solving and cross-functional, cross-departmental, relationship management skills
• Understand the employment barriers and industry hiring trends in the SF Bay Area
• Respect and have knowledge of cultures, ethnicities, gender, sexual orientations and age groups other than one’s own; able to work effectively with all
• Have a working knowledge of databases (i.e. Salesforce, Client Track, Workforce Central), well-developed data analysis capabilities, and demonstrated ability to manage computer operations and applications
• Be detail-oriented, strong research skills, and an avid advocate for data quality
• Strong project management skills such as planning, implementation, execution and analysis –ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Receptive to feedback, willing to learn and embrace continuous improvement
• Present a professional demeanor with the ability to exercise discretion and judgment in confidential matters
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Working at Goodwill is more than a job–it is an opportunity for people needing a second chance in entering or re-entering the workplace to build the foundation of knowledge, skills, and experience to advance in their careers.

Our supportive employment programs provide an opportunity to learn while you earn to advance along technology, retail, warehousing and logistics, e-commerce or our Corporate Services Career Pathways program.

Full-time jobs at Goodwill SF Bay offer medical, dental & vision insurance, a retirement fund, professional development training, commuter benefits, flexible healthcare spending account, and a mental health + wellbeing employee assistance program, in addition to a positive, growth-oriented environment.

Become a valued member of an organization where good work meets community impact. Our mission is: Empowering Individuals, Strengthening Families, and Building Stronger Communities. Goodwill provides no-cost career development, training, and education services to help individuals build a better life for themselves and their families. Our core values are Trust, Collaboration, Engagement, Ownership, and Innovation. Everything we accomplish as a team is centered around these core values. Together, we create an inclusive and welcoming environment for each other. With stores conveniently located near you, you can work for a company where team strength and success are valued and encouraged. Join our team and gain opportunities for job growth at Goodwill and beyond.

Goodwill of the San Francisco Bay is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified individuals seeking employment are considered without regard to race (including traits associated with race, e.g., hairstyles), color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, disability, military status, age, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state and local fair employment practice laws.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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