Director of Workforce Innovation & Economic Mobility

YSS; Iowa (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

YSS, a nonprofit dedicated to helping youth thrive, seeks a Director of Workforce & Economic Mobility to lead strategy and program development across organization-wide initiatives in IA. The role focuses on creating a continuum of opportunities from exploration to credential attainment, and integrating workforce development across programs.

The ideal candidate will address barriers like housing instability and mental health while shaping partnerships with employers, educational institutions, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 5+ years of progressive leadership experience in workforce development, youth services, behavioral health, housing, education, or related human services.
• Experience developing programs, building partnerships, and turning strategies into action.
• Experience using data and outcomes to evaluate programs and guide decisions.
• Demonstrated experience addressing barriers to employment and economic mobility.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead an organization-wide workforce and economic mobility strategy aligned with YSS’s mission and strategic priorities.
• Build a continuum of workforce opportunities that supports participants from career exploration and workforce readiness through education, training, credential attainment, employment, and career advancement.
• Integrate workforce development into existing YSS programs and service models.
• Develop innovative approaches that address barriers to employment, including housing instability, homelessness, recovery, mental health, and system involvement.
• Identify emerging workforce trends, industries, and opportunities that can expand career options for YSS participants.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Partnership building

Data-driven decision making

Communication

Collaboration

Equity & empathy

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

YSS, a nonprofit dedicated to helping youth thrive, seeks a Director of Workforce & Economic Mobility to lead strategy and program development across organization-wide initiatives in IA. The role focuses on creating a continuum of opportunities from exploration to credential attainment, and integrating workforce development across programs.

The ideal candidate will address barriers like housing instability and mental health while shaping partnerships with employers, educational institutions, and