Program Manager

Educational Data Systems, Inc.; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 61,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Educational Data Systems, Inc. seeks a Program Manager to oversee career development initiatives across AJCs. You will lead a team and align services with WIOA/JFES requirements while coordinating with partners to boost job readiness and placement outcomes.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and 3+ years in leadership, with strong communication and data skills. Travel to North Central AJCs may be needed as you drive program improvements and participant engagement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• At least 3 years’ leadership experience, preferably in career services or related fields.
• Experience managing and motivating teams, setting goals, and providing guidance.
• Strong knowledge of career development theories and job market trends.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to convey information effectively.
• Experience in program development and implementation to meet goals.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Driver’s license and reliable transportation required.

Responsibilities

• Interpret and teach federal and state regulations to ensure contractual obligations are met.
• Maintain documentation expectations and certify files in a timely manner.
• Ensure timely entry of case notes with proper grammar and syntax.
• Coach Career Advisors in time management and organizational skills.
• Coach team members to improve data entry and quality for contracts.
• Monitor compliance with contract goals and regulations.
• Review team performance and prepare reports.
• Collaborate with leadership to implement process improvements.
• Travel to provide leadership coverage at AJCs as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Career services knowledge

Team motivation

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Description: Salary: $68,000 Do you have a passion for making a difference in someone's life? Are you looking for an opportunity to use your skills, experience and empathetic nature to work for a progressive, forward-thinking and family-owned company where creativity is encouraged? Are you goal driven? Then the Program Manager position is for you! We are seeking a dynamic and team-oriented individual to join our spirited team. The Program Manager plays a pivotal role in overseeing and coordinating career development initiatives within the American Job Center locations. The Program Manager leads a team dedicated to supporting participants in achieving their career goals. Responsibilities include developing and implementing career services programs, fostering connections with the team and participants, and facilitating various opportunities for jobseekers. This position works with internal and external partners to enhance career readiness and job placement outcomes.

Essential Functions:

• Interpret and teach federal and state regulations to ensure that Career Advisors are effectively meeting contractual obligations for WIOA and JFES
• Maintain documentation expectations, including ensuring that files are certified in a timely manner and activities are properly created in CTHires and ETO
• Ensure that case notes are entered in a timely manner, providing a proper evaluation of the participant's experience including proper grammar and syntax
• Coach Career Advisors in time management and organizational skills to support participants in achieving their goals
• Coach Case Managers and Career Advisors to improve their skills in data entry and quality to meet contractual obligations
• Ensure team member compliance with contract goals and WIOA and JFES regulations and guidelines
• Monitor and ensure positive outcomes of team performance and reports
• Ensure team members are submitting report responses and meeting deadlines
• Assist in the preparation of project reports as needed
• Ensure positive outcomes and goals are met as required by contract
• Review and audit, participant files, and case management tool to ensure compliance
• Meet with Career Advisors to review their caseloads at IEP review and determine progress toward job readiness for all participants in a timely manner
• Conduct weekly performance reviews for team members and provide feedback, guidance, and accountability
• Collaborate with team on implementing processes that increase participant engagement
• Enhance career services programming through employer engagement, event coordination, and referral partnerships
• Analyze service trends, team performance, and process bottlenecks
• Collaborate with leadership colleagues on best practices for all Pods
• Represent the organization at workforce collaboration meetings, partner forums, and contract discussions
• Participate in professional development and attend all required meetings
• Travel to provide leadership coverage at other AJCs offices in the North Central Region as needed
• Other opportunities as available

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree required
• At least 3 years’ experience in a leadership role, preferably in career services, human resources, or related fields
• Experience managing and motivating teams, setting goals, and providing guidance and support to team members
• In-depth knowledge of career development theories, job market trends, and case management strategies
• Excellent communication skills: communicate clearly, listen actively, and convey information and feedback effectively
• Experience in program development and implementation to meet the career services goals of the organization
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, is essential for report generation and data analysis
• Driver’s license and reliable transportation required

Bring your expertise to EDSI where you will be able to live our values every day: Show Up, Smile, and Support! EDSI is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Our Mission Statement We must strive to create enthusiasm in our clients, see through their eyes, understand their needs and deliver more than they expect.

Why We Do What We Do At EDSI

• We believe we can help our customers overcome their most challenging obstacles
• We believe in seeing through other people's eyes
• We believe that we can make a difference in people's lives
• We believe in meeting people where they are today and helping them to realize a better tomorrow
• We believe in living our professional lives in service to others

EDS (Educational Data Systems, Inc.) is a national workforce development, training solutions and consulting company with a passion for helping great companies and communities train and retain great people. EDSI works with regions, employers and jobseekers to overcome their most challenging obstacles. Founded in 1979 and headquartered in Dearborn, Michigan, the company employs more than 800 people across the country. EDSI is a National Best and Brightest Companies To Work For award winner. For over 45 years, EDSI has worked with workforce development agencies, regional partners and employers to assess and understand workforce development needs and deliver solutions to build better workforces. The company operates more than 120 contracts providing successful business services and jobseeker placement and retention services across the country. EDSI also provides world class training and consulting solutions to a variety of corporations, public entities and governmental agencies. Our history of success stems directly from our commitment to providing our clients with the absolute highest level of service through our diverse and talented team.