Position Summary:

The Workforce Development Supervisor (WDS) provides team development, supervision to program staff, and may also provide direct services to program participants. The WDS is responsible for assigning work, monitoring the day-to-day activities of staff, and ensuring the delivery of excellent services with the goal of achieving optimum outcomes for each participant. The WDS resolves problems and issues and ensures that positive working relationships with internal and external partners are maintained.

Day in the life: In a typical day, a Workforce Development Supervisor can expect to...

• Staff Supervision: Provide direct supervision to assigned staff and engage, motivate, and inspire them to achieve desired results.
• Program Quality Assurance: Responsible for quality of services provided by assigned staff and is also accountable for assisting the Manager for the overall excellence and success of the assigned program area.
• Team Development: Assist manager to build a cohesive, focused program team by providing consistent direction, support and encouragement to achieve desired program results.

Job Pay & Perks:

• Typical starting pay range: $58,874 - $66,560

Goodwill-Easter Seals Minnesota prioritizes work-life balance. Many roles are hybrid, and we offer competitive pay, flexible hours, a variety of benefit options and an employee discount.

• Benefits: Generous paid time off (PTO) program, competitive medical, dental and vision plans, employer-paid life insurance, 401(k) plan with employer match, employee discount!
• Opportunities for career development and advancement

About You:

Required Knowledge & Skills:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Efficient organizational and prioritization skills.
• Effective problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Knowledge of social service systems and supports such as, but not limited to: WIA, school systems, VRS, MFIP, MA, SNAP, Housing Supports, etc.
• Familiarity with grants, funding sources and quality programs and services for person with barriers to employment.
• Knowledge of plan development, goal writing, placement and case management techniques.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software.
• Ability to meet deadlines and achieve required outcomes.
• Knowledge of effective service intervention strategies and techniques in program area.
• Must have a valid driver's license, pass a motor vehicle record (MVR) check, and carry valid automobile insurance that meets GESMN's requirements for individuals who transport program participants.

Prior Experience & Education:

• 2-4 years of relevant experience required.
• Associate degree or Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.

About Us:

• Leadership recognizes the importance of varied backgrounds and racial diversity contributing to our organization’s goals and future. Read more about us here.
• Goodwill-Easter Seals Minnesota is a 501(c)3 nonprofit that offers job training and customized career support to eliminate barriers to work and independence.
• Proceeds from thrift retail, e-commerce, grants and financial contributions fund our nearly 20 customized services that help Minnesotans get equitable access to jobs, create stable careers and realize the power of work.
• Shopping and donating items divert over 65 million pounds from local landfills annually and have helped us connect people to jobs since 1919.

Goodwill-Easter Seals Minnesota (GESMN) is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. GESMN will not discriminate against any employee or applicant based upon a person’s race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, disability, status with regard to public assistance, age, sexual or affectional orientation, gender identity, familial status, ancestry, local human rights commission activity, citizenship, genetic information, protected veteran or military status, or any other protected class.