Lead, Self-Sufficiency Programs & Workforce Outcomes

Public Strategies; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Public Strategies in Oklahoma City is seeking a Senior Manager to oversee budgets, design, development, and execution of programs focused on soft skills and employment readiness for underserved populations.

You will supervise project staff, coordinate with Directors, manage client and subcontractor relationships, and ensure timely delivery of outcomes across Work Ready Oklahoma sites. Strong leadership, budgeting, and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree preferred in business, social sciences, public administration, or related fields.
• Bachelor’s plus 7+ years of relevant experience or equivalent in lieu of a Master’s degree.
• Management experience required.

Responsibilities

• Manage the assessment, planning, and implementation of programs and projects.
• Provide organizational leadership to projects, including priorities, timelines, and objectives.
• Oversee materials, policies, and procedures to ensure structure, scaling, and replication.
• Ensure the Work Ready Oklahoma-OKC sites operate effectively and deliver services.
• Develop action plans for projects.
• Coordinate client invoices with Accounting and Compliance as needed.
• Monitor program progress and deliverables across divisions to meet outcomes.
• Apply subject matter expertise to direct service implementation and consulting policy.
• Monitor staff needs and provide development opportunities within supervised teams.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Problem solving

MS Office

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Travel availability

Education

Master's degree preferred

Bachelor's degree + 7+ years experience

Management experience required

Job description

Public Strategies in Oklahoma City is seeking a Senior Manager to oversee budgets, design, development, and execution of programs focused on soft skills and employment readiness for underserved populations.

You will supervise project staff, coordinate with Directors, manage client and subcontractor relationships, and ensure timely delivery of outcomes across Work Ready Oklahoma sites. Strong leadership, budgeting, and communication are essential.