Youth Workforce Development Lead

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Memphis; Memphis, Northern (TN, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Memphis seeks a Workforce Development Coordinator to lead the Technical Training Center (TTC). You will oversee Welding, Culinary Arts, Logistics, and STEM, manage staff, and drive program outcomes and industry partnerships.

You will coordinate certifications, work with schools and employers, and guide youth toward credentials and employment opportunities. This exempt, full-time role is anchored at the TTC location with community engagement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education, workforce development, public administration, business, or a related field (Master's preferred).
• Minimum 3-5 years of management experience, preferably in workforce development, career and technical education, or nonprofit program leadership.
• Experience managing staff and overseeing multiple vocational programs or departments.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day operations of all TTC vocational programs, including Welding, Culinary Arts, Logistics, and STEM.
• Supervise and support full-time and part-time TTC instructors and program staff, ensuring effective instruction, student engagement, and adherence to curriculum standards.
• Develop and maintain schedules, calendars, and rosters for all training programs, coordinating across multiple program areas.
• Ensure alignment of all programs with industry standards and best practices for workforce development and youth training.
• Manage and track industry-recognized certification programs (e.g., OSHA-10, ServSafe, AWS Welding, Forklift Certification, etc.).
• Support students in achieving certifications, internships, and employment placement by maintaining accurate records and providing guidance.
• Collaborate with school counselors, workforce boards, and external agencies to align training programs with student career goals and industry demands.
• Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate full-time and part-time TTC staff and instructors.
• Conduct regular staff meetings, provide coaching and professional development, and ensure accountability for program outcomes.
• Promote a culture of excellence, teamwork, and continuous improvement within the TTC staff.
• Build and maintain partnerships with local employers, trade associations, post-secondary institutions, and workforce development agencies.
• Coordinate guest speakers, employer panels, mentorships, internships, and job shadowing opportunities.
• Represent BGCM and the TTC in community workforce coalitions and at industry events.
• Assist the TTC Director in identifying opportunities for program growth, innovation, and funding.
• Support grant writing and reporting by providing data, success stories, and measurable outcomes.
• Develop and monitor performance metrics for each TTC program area; prepare regular reports on student outcomes and program impact.

Skills

Workforce development

Leadership

Communication

Data management

Education

Bachelor's degree in education, workforce development, public administration, business, or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Data management systems

Job description

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Memphis seeks a Workforce Development Coordinator to lead the Technical Training Center (TTC). You will oversee Welding, Culinary Arts, Logistics, and STEM, manage staff, and drive program outcomes and industry partnerships.

You will coordinate certifications, work with schools and employers, and guide youth toward credentials and employment opportunities. This exempt, full-time role is anchored at the TTC location with community engagement.