Director of Workforce Solutions & Operations

Equus Workforce Solutions; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Equus Workforce Solutions seeks an experienced Senior Operations Leader to guide workforce programs with servant leadership, drive strategy, and maintain strong funder and partner relationships. You will oversee budgets, compliance, and high-quality service delivery across teams, while fostering an inclusive, accountable culture.

The role requires strategic thinking, stakeholder management, and readiness to travel to conferences and partner sites.

Qualifications

• BS/BA in Business Administration, Organizational Development, or closely related field of study.
• Minimum of 5 years in operational leadership with supervision of others.
• Senior level management experience overseeing multiple departments/functions; or equivalent.
• Fiscal/financial management experience, grants/contracts oversight.
• Proven ability to manage contractual relationships.
• At least 2 years of workforce development or human services experience desired.
• Experience in public speaking.
• Ability to travel as required (including conferences).

Responsibilities

• Lead by example using servant leadership, promoting the company mission, values, and brand.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with funders, staff, partners and employers.
• Set strategy for successful operations considering funder, local area and organizational needs.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and accountable culture; create a collaborative environment.
• Oversee business development activities, including contract rebid and new opportunities.
• Communicate project progress to Equus leadership, funder staff and board.
• Manage fiscal operations and forecast spending to align with budgets.
• Ensure compliance with contractual and program requirements and reporting standards.
• Hire, coach, and discipline in coordination with HR; oversee onboarding and training.
• Set SMART goals and evaluate performance of staff; monitor quality and results.
• Maintain policies, cost allocation plans, and effective training programs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Operational leadership

Senior management

Fiscal management

Contract management

Workforce development

Public speaking

MS Office

Driver's license

Supervision

Travel readiness

Education

BS/BA in Business Administration / related field

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Equus Workforce Solutions seeks an experienced Senior Operations Leader to guide workforce programs with servant leadership, drive strategy, and maintain strong funder and partner relationships. You will oversee budgets, compliance, and high-quality service delivery across teams, while fostering an inclusive, accountable culture.

The role requires strategic thinking, stakeholder management, and readiness to travel to conferences and partner sites.