Workforce Development Manager

Voaok; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 52,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)

Paid Vacation & Holidays

Short Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

403b Retirement Plan

Student Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

VOA Oklahoma seeks a Workforce Development Manager in Tulsa to provide client-centered career coaching and employment navigation. You will collaborate with referral sources, employers, and community partners to tailor support to individual goals and develop measurable employment plans.

The role requires a high school diploma and at least 2 years in workforce development or related field, with strong communication and MS Office proficiency; a valid driver's license is needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in workforce development, case management, or related field.
• Strong communication, organizational, and motivational interviewing skills.
• Proficiency with MS Office and case management software.

Responsibilities

• Provide client-centered career assessments to identify skills, barriers, and readiness.
• Develop and monitor Individual Employment Plans (IEPs) with participants to set measurable goals.
• Assist with job search, resume development, interview preparation, and ongoing coaching.
• Connect participants with wraparound services needed to sustain employment.
• Build partnerships with employers, workforce agencies, and training providers.
• Coordinate with program staff and referral partners to ensure comprehensive support.
• Represent VOA Oklahoma at community events, job fairs, and workshops.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Motivational interviewing

Public speaking

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

MS Office

Case management software

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Tulsa Headquarters - Tulsa, OK 74133. Position Type: Full Time. Salary Range: $52,000.00 - $58,000.00. Job Category: Nonprofit - Social Services.

The organization’s mission focuses on the mind, body, heart, and spirit of those we serve, integrating deep compassion with highly effective programs and services.

VOA Oklahoma seeks a Workforce Development Manager for Tulsa, Oklahoma. Volunteers of America is one of the nation’s largest comprehensive human services organizations with 16,000 mission-driven professionals, dedicated to helping those in need rebuild their lives and reach their full potential.

What You Will Do

As the Workforce Development Manager, you will be an integral part of our team and primarily responsible for client-centered career coaching and employment navigation services. You will work closely with referral sources, employers, and community partners to ensure participants receive comprehensive support tailored to individualized goals.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide individualized career assessments to identify participants’ skills, barriers, and employment readiness.
• Develop and monitor Individual Employment Plans (IEPs) in collaboration with participants to establish measurable employment goals and steps toward self-sufficiency.
• Assist with job search, resume development, interview preparation, and ongoing employment coaching.
• Connect participants with supportive services needed to sustain employment.
• Develop and maintain strong partnerships with employers, workforce development agencies, educational and training providers, and community organizations to expand employment and training opportunities for participants.
• Coordinate and communicate regularly with program partners, case managers, and referral agencies to ensure participants receive comprehensive, wraparound support and access to needed resources.
• Coordinate services and share information with internal program staff, case managers, and external referral partners to ensure comprehensive participant support.
• Represent the organization at community outreach events, job fairs, and workshops to promote employment services and engage new participants.

Minimum Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in workforce development, case management, or related field.
• Strong communication, organizational, and motivational interviewing skills.
• Strong public presence and ability to communicate clearly, professionally, and personably with employers and community partners.
• Ability to work with diverse populations and maintain strict confidentiality.
• Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational, record-keeping, and timely reporting skills.
• Proficiency with MS Office and case management software.
• Must be 18 years of age or older, possess a valid driver’s license, have reliable transportation, and meet background check requirements.

What’s In It For You

• $500 Sign-On Bonus
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Vacation, Sick Leave, 8 Paid Holidays
• Short Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• A 403b Retirement plan
• Ask about qualifying for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness

Volunteers of America of Oklahoma provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.