Workforce Development Lead: Training & Talent Growth

Goodwill Greater Milwaukee & Chicago; Great Lakes (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Goodwill Great Lakes is seeking a Manager Workforce Development to lead case management and training support across departments, guiding daily activities, special projects, and strategic goals.

The role requires 3+ years of managerial experience (or equivalent) and an Associate's degree; a real ID driver license and sign language ability are preferred to support base access and participant communication. This position emphasizes program development, staff growth, and compliant operation.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree or experience equivalency required.
• Minimum 3 years' managerial experience; or 7 years' experience in lieu of formal degree.
• Sign language ability preferred for communication.
• REAL ID-compliant driver's license required for access to naval base and employment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop Talent within the department and staff.
• Plan and manage projects of low to moderate complexity; support change initiatives.
• Engage with community and cross-functional teams to advance Goodwill's goals.
• Collaborate with multiple departments to ensure case management and training support for daily activities and projects.
• Oversee case load distribution, attendance tracking, and program documentation.

Skills

Staff management

Budget management

Sign language

Education

Associates Degree or experience equivalency

3+ years managerial experience

7+ years managerial experience

Job description

Goodwill Great Lakes is seeking a Manager Workforce Development to lead case management and training support across departments, guiding daily activities, special projects, and strategic goals.

The role requires 3+ years of managerial experience (or equivalent) and an Associate's degree; a real ID driver license and sign language ability are preferred to support base access and participant communication. This position emphasizes program development, staff growth, and compliant operation.