Director & Senior Advisor, Workforce Development Policy

City of New York

New York (NY)

On-site

USD 150,000 - 160,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

The City of New York’s Mayor’s Office is seeking a Senior Advisor and Director of the NYC Workforce Development Board to lead strategic policy and oversight of WIOA programs. You will guide interagency collaboration, ensure program compliance, and advance equitable access to good jobs for New Yorkers.

In this role you’ll supervise a team, coordinate with SBS and DYCD, develop the four-year WIOA Local Plan, and engage stakeholders across city and state agencies to drive outcomes and

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university; and
8+ years in government, public-policy, legal, or intergovernmental affairs, with at least three years in a managerial capacity, or
Master’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Serve as Director of the NYC Workforce Development Board (WDB).
Support Board’s role in overseeing WIOA funding and performance, including coordination with SBS and DYCD.
Serve as primary subject matter expert on WIOA.
Ensure WIOA-funded activity is in compliance with all relevant laws and regulations, and manage Board governance.
Review policy guidance, advise on changes to laws or policies, and support system WIOA strategy development.

Skills

Integrity & credibility

WIOA knowledge

Public policy experience

Strong written/verbal communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

In this role you’ll supervise a team, coordinate with SBS and DYCD, develop the four-year WIOA Local Plan, and engage stakeholders across city and state agencies to drive outcomes and

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