Workforce Development Coordinator

Careerteam; United States; On-site; USD 82,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Career Team is seeking a Workforce Development Coordinator in Centralia, WA, to oversee One Stop Career Center operations. The role includes managing services, ensuring compliance, and promoting the one-stop system to the community.

The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree, 3+ years in a dynamic environment, and strong communication skills. The position offers a salary range of $82,000 – $92,000 with possible local travel requirements.

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in a dynamic team environment.
• 2+ years experience in Operations, Career Services, and Recruiting.
• Ability to work with a culturally diverse customer base.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operations of the One Stop Career Center services.
• Develop referral pipelines to ensure program success.
• Ensure center accessibility and welcoming atmosphere.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Job description

Career Team is a leading workforce development organization on a mission to transform lives by blending cutting‑edge technology with compassionate, high‑touch services.

Job Overview

Title: Workforce Development Coordinator
Reports To: National Director of One Stop Operations and Corporate Training
Location: Centralia, WA 98531
Employment Type: Full‑Time, Exempt Employee

Career Team LLC is seeking a visionary, goal‑driven, highly professional leader to serve as the Workforce Development Coordinator for the PAC Mountain Workforce Development Board. The Coordinator will provide functional management, compliance, and oversight of the Workforce system while promoting the one‑stop system and its functions to the community.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the functional operations of the One Stop Career Center services and coordinate partner services
• Develop and manage referral pipelines to ensure programs thrive within the One Stop Center, Launch Pad, and Worksource WA
• Ensure the look and feel of the comprehensive center/partner affiliate sites and satellite sites are welcoming and accessible to all
• Develop and implement strategies for operational and performance excellence; conduct partnership outreach and development
• Hold all WIOA required and non‑required partners accountable to agreements that include but are not limited to the Memorandum of Understanding, Infrastructure Funding Agreement, and system‑wide commitments
• Ensure Labor Market Information, training information, and coordination with other grant sources support the WDB’s demand industries
• Coordinate the service delivery of required One Stop partners and service providers to ensure each partner contributes to the support of the One Stop
• Establish an ongoing relationship with job seekers, employers, and community partners
• Provide outreach to all parties within the community to ensure the one‑stop system’s success
• Maintain job and employer data banks of information
• Utilize internet/social media resources to identify job trends, active sectors, and candidate employers
• Track, prepare, and present reports of activities, accomplishments, job placements, customer data, customer satisfaction, and outcomes monthly
• Report to the WDB on operations, performance, and continuous improvement and best practice recommendations; provide recommendations for professional development and service delivery innovations
• Evaluate the system to ensure compliance and Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), develop and oversee corrective action plans as appropriate
• Ensure that One‑Stop System performance is on target with overall system goals; report System activities and outcomes (i.e., referrals, results, customer feedback, staff feedback, etc.) to the funder; provide recommendations for improved outcomes
• Organize and assist with county and regional job fair events
• Approach each day and task with a “ZAG” mindset
• Perform other duties and projects as needed

Work Location

This position is expected to be 100% onsite at the listed location. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at the listed location.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• 3+ years of demonstrated ability working in a dynamic team environment with an aptitude for communication, interpersonal skills, courteousness, and a high level of professionalism
• 2+ years of experience in Operations, Career Services, and Recruiting
• 2+ years of experience in Program Development and Implementation
• 2+ years of experience in facilitating the professional development of staff
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employer representatives and job seekers
• Familiarity with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations
• Ability to work in a variety of settings with a culturally diverse customer base with cultural sensitivity
• Exceptional time management skills to meet deadlines and work under pressure
• Sharp attention to detail with exceptional organizational, analytical, research, and critical thinking skills, including the ability to perform and complete a high volume of work assignments with speed and accuracy
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Valid driver’s license

Additional Skills/Knowledge

• Experience with training and coaching in a performance‑based environment
• Experience and knowledge of WIOA workforce development contracts/programs
• Astounding ability to multitask and be proactive

Compensation & Travel

Salary: $82,000 – $92,000
Travel: Position may require local travel up to 50% of the time

EEO Statement

Career Team is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.