JOB SUMMARY : The Director of Workforce Development provides supervision, leadership, financial management, marketing and facilitation of the Easter Seals Employment and Community Access Programs that exist to meet outcomes in the lives of adults with disabilities.

Salary Range: $67,000-$72,000

Full Time, Regular

In-Person

Location- Downtown Seattle. Occasionally, work will be done in Kitsap, Pierce or Clark County.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1) Management:

• Recruit Employment Specialists, Employment Consultants, and direct service staff in all Workforce Development offices.
• Provide for the supervision, training and continuing education of all staff.
• Maintain personnel records needed to meet state and county contractual requirements.
• Provide guidance and discipline in accordance with Easterseals Washington Personnel Policies.
• Schedule staff according to program needs and budgetary guidelines.

2) Program Development:

• Ensure maximum program utilization, outcome achievement, and high-quality standards.
• Meet or exceed requirements for program accreditation and contract compliance.
• Support the continued growth and replication of viable programs aligned with the organization’s Strategic Plan.
• Market programs by creating brochures, publishing press releases, meeting with key community members, maintaining social networking sites, etc.

3) Fiscal Responsibility:

• Prepare and revise program budgets quarterly and yearly.
• Work to meet or exceed the agency’s financial goals.
• Carefully review and approve timesheets, expense reports and mileage reports.
• Prepare and approve purchase orders, invoices, and other financial documentation.

4) Customer Service:

• Provide “Red Carpet” customer service approach to program participants, contractors, community employers, and other stakeholders.
• Ensure that individual goals are identified, and that progress is made via a person-centered planning process.
• Respond quickly to all questions and concerns.
• Utilize a value-based decision-making process.

SKILLS AND EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

1) Bachelor’s Degree or combination of work experience and education commensurate with the above duties.

2) Must meet all applicable CARF accreditation criteria

3) Knowledge of the operations of the Washington State Division of Vocational Rehabilitation preferred.

4) Knowledge of county Developmental Disability contracts preferred.

5) Private transportation that can be used on the job.

6) Possession of current Washington State Driver’s License and proof of sufficient auto insurance coverage.

7) Acceptable 5-year driver’s abstract

8) Flexible schedule of availability.

9) Must pass Washington State criminal background check (and FBI fingerprint check if a Washington resident for less than three (3) years).

10) Must have proof of U.S. citizenship or right to work.

11) Must have and maintain a valid hands-on Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

12) Moderate to advanced computer skills (MS Office applications).

13) Ability to work independently and hold self-accountable.

14) Minimum 3 years supervisory and leadership experience.

15) Experience performing customer service duties.

16) Excellent communication skills (written and oral).

17) Must complete Easterseals Washington (ESW) Corporate Orientation and program department orientation.

18) Commitment to Easterseals’ Purpose Statement: Changing the way the world defines and views disabilities by making profound, positive differences in people’s lives every day

INTER-RELATIONSHIPS:

The Director of Workforce Development is responsible for maintaining relationships with many people. Frequent contacts may include managers, coworkers, participants, employers, funding partners, direct reports, and the community at large.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Many assignments will be taken place at community sites, mostly in office and retail environments. The Director of Workforce Development must be willing to travel throughout the county and to other locations as needed.

NEEDED ATTRIBUTES:

The Director of Workforce Development must be able to effectively communicate with many different types of people. Flexibility, patience, command skills, and organizational skills are imperative. A professional appearance and alignment with all ESW values is critical.

Benefits: Part-time and Full-time staff qualify for Medical, Vision, and Dental benefits with a 75% employer contribution toward premiums, Paid Sick Leave**, up to 45 days of Maternity/Paternity Leave if not qualified for FMLA/WA PFML, 403b Retirement Savings Plan employer contribution, Retention Bonuses (2nd, 5th, 10th, 15th, 20th, 25th anniversary), Tuition Reimbursement, Discounted enrollment (ESW childcare centers, adult centers, or camp), and the option to enroll in a Transportation and/or Health FSA, and Aflac. // Staff working 35 hours/week also receive 11 Paid Holidays and accrue 2 weeks Paid Vacation (increases at the 2nd, 5th, and 10th anniversary).

**Paid Sick Time: Full-time staff receive 96 hours annually; Part-time/Temporary staff accrue 1 hour/40 hours worked with a limit of 56 hours.

EEO statement:

Easterseals Washington is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Inclusion and diversity are ingrained in who we are. We are committed to a culture that is unconditionally inclusive, and in return ask that our employees contribute all their differing perspectives, ideas and experiences for one common purpose: to enhance the way people live, work, and play.

To learn more about our adult day centers, visit our website at http://www.easterseals.com/washington/our-programs

Job Type: Full-time

Application Question(s):

• Do you have advanced proficiency using Microsoft Office 365 Suite?
• Do you have experience successfully leading teams of 10 or more individuals??

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Supervisory: 3 years (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Seattle, Wa 98119: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person