What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Director position at Creative Pathways, Inc.?
The Program Director shall maintain overall accountability for program performance, quality of service, and contractual commitments to the District, and shall provide strategic, fiscal and operational leadership. The Program Director shall be responsible to the CEO. The Program Director duties shall be inclusive of, but not be limited to the following:
Key Expectations/Responsibilities:
- The Program Director is responsible for analyzing program performance and making decisions to ensure that goals and objectives are being met.
- The Program Director also shall be responsible for developing the Provider’s staffing plan and ensuring that the plan is being properly executed.
- The Program Director is not required to work exclusively (40 hours per week) on the District’s TEP but rather 50% (20 hours per week) on the District’s TEP.
- Other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods and coordination of people and resources.
- Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality and interests; learning and motivation; psychological research methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.
- Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
- Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing.
- Management of personnel resources to motivate, develop and direct people as they work.
Educational Requirements/ Experience:
A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Management or related field from an accredited college or university; has played a leadership role in an organization that provides adult learning, workforce development, career training, employment placement or other related employment services targeting populations similar to the District’s TANF population; demonstrated competencies in communication, strategic planning, problem solving, financial management, team leadership; strong organizational and business management skills.
Working Conditions:
Fast paced, high energy environment. Subject to varying and unpredictable situations.