Workforce Development Programs Specialist (Hybrid)

Strategic Government Resources, Inc.; Arlington (TX); Hybrid; USD 59,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid leave

Retirement plan

Professional development

Work/life balance programs

Job summary

North Central Texas Council of Governments is seeking a Programs Specialist to assist with oversight and management of workforce programs (WIOA, TANF, SNAP, ES, RESEA) and related initiatives. You will serve as a point of contact for contracts, provide technical assistance, and coordinate projects with community partners.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and at least one year in program management, with a hybrid work option and travel within the 14-county region.

Qualifications

• Experience managing multiple contracts and grants.
• Ability to interpret and apply federal/state regulations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects with attention to detail.
• Ability to work with diverse partners and stakeholders.
• Proven ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Facility with data to inform decisions and communicate findings.

Responsibilities

• Develop, coordinate, and implement workforce program policies to ensure compliance with federal and state program rules and regulations, and best practices.
• Manage contracted programs and other projects/initiatives with technical assistance, meetings, and conferencing to achieve goals.
• Act as Subject Matter Expert and liaison with Subrecipient(s) and agency representatives regarding assigned programs.
• Promote programs and initiatives and facilitate information sharing among community stakeholders, partners and providers.
• Attend and represent Workforce Solutions for North Central Texas (WSNCT) in meetings and committees at various levels as needed.
• Participate in monthly/quarterly meetings with Subrecipient(s) and local partners.
• Respond to questions, concerns and complaints regarding assigned workforce program following guidelines.
• Research and recommend strategies for strategic and programmatic goals and continuous improvement.
• Present information to Workforce Board Committees regarding assigned programs/initiatives as necessary.
• Contribute to contract and grant proposal development as needed.
• Travel within the 14-county area and beyond to attend meetings and trainings.

Skills

Contract management

Program management

Regulatory compliance

Time management

Written and verbal communication

Problem solving

Decision making

Stakeholder collaboration

Data analysis

Teamwork

Meeting deadlines

Interagency coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

North Central Texas Council of Governments is seeking a Programs Specialist to assist with oversight and management of workforce programs (WIOA, TANF, SNAP, ES, RESEA) and related initiatives. You will serve as a point of contact for contracts, provide technical assistance, and coordinate projects with community partners.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and at least one year in program management, with a hybrid work option and travel within the 14-county region.