Associate Director, Youth Workforce Services at Para Los Ninos
About the Employer
About PLN Founded on Skid Row in 1980, Para Los Niños provides education and wraparound support, serving over 10,000 children, youth, and families annually in some of the most underserved areas in Los Angeles. PLN fosters pathways to success by striving for excellence in education, family support, and comprehensive social-emotional, and community-based services. Through early education, TK-8th grade education, youth workforce services, and family and community services Para Los Niño’s model provides a comprehensive, holistic approach to break the cycle of poverty and help children and youth thrive.
Job Summary
Job Summary
Position Overview Under the supervision of the Director of Youth Workforce Services (YWS), the Associate Director of Youth Workforce Services is responsible for the supervision, coordination and implementation of the Youth Workforce Investment Act (WIOA) and Summer Youth Employment Programs and other related youth services contracts as appropriate in both our East Los Angeles and Central Los Angeles locations. The Associate Director is responsible for managing the day-to-day aspects of the various programs and services, within the division, in a manner consistent with best practice and contractual requirements. The Associate Director will support the Director to integrate service delivery and supports within the Para Los Niños network of Early Education and Charter School sites and Student and Community Services Programs. This position will be responsible for utilizing various internal and external systems to monitor and track grant performance, personnel performance, and grant expenditures. The Associate Director will support the Director in the development and maintaining of key relationships and partnerships with committed community-based organizations, public system partners, City of LA departments, key stakeholders, and funders. The following responsibilities have been established to ensure the success of the workforce development department: Duties Project Management - Provide supervision, coaching, and guidance for the program managers. - Continuous improvement to program operations, coordination, and collaboration among -Para Los Niños and system partners. - Develop, implement, and monitor department policies and procedures that meet the needs of program operations and participants. - Support program managers and service staff to implement an authentic client engagement platform and feedback for program enhancement. - Support program managers to implement and monitor effective compliance practices to ensure contract and budgets are fully o
Requirements / Qualifications
- Minimum of 5-7 years experience working with youth with at least 4 years in managing contracts and staff. - 3-years of youth programming management experience - Experience using data to inform program development and planning - Knowledge of workforce systems in the LA County and City. - Strong Experience in managing grants and contracts - Experience managing and supporting programs that serve vulnerable populations (Reentry, Former or Current Foster Youth, Homeless). - Experience in launching new initiatives and pilot projects. - Strong leadership skills with a solid knowledge base in youth development and/or workforce services. - Experience with developing and implementing/coordinating youth development and/or workforce programs. - Demonstrated ability to work with various community stakeholders including government, youth and young adult, business, and other community representatives. - Current experience with the Los Angeles Youth WIA system highly desirable. - Must have the ability to nurture respectful relationships with youth and young adults and must be sensitive to the clients cultural and socioeconomic characteristics. - Bilingual English/Spanish preferred. English proficiency supporting professional-level verbal and written communication to children, parents and other staff members required. Education and Certification Requirements - BA required; Master's level preferred - Successfully pass all post offer, pre-employment screening requirements, including criminal background check, drug test and provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States. - Current certification in CPR/First Aid
COVID-19 Vaccine required for all employees - Must have all required vaccinations, including influenza and Covid-19. Physical Requirements To perform this job the individual must be able to carry out all essential functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. - Approximately 50% of time is spent sitting, while frequently required to walk, stand and bend. - Must be able to speak and hear well. - Good vision is imperative. - Occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. - Employee will be required to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds without assistance Expectations for All Para Los Niños Staff Candidates for employment at a Para Los Niños, regardless of position, will consistently demonstrate the following: - Unwavering belief in and commitment to fulfill the mission of Para Los Niños. - Deep commitment to the success of all PLN students and families - Commitment to excellence and high standards -- for self, students, and colleagues. - Continuous learning by engaging in reflection, self-assessment, and individual professional development. - Use of data to inform decisions and drive continuous improvement. - Ability to thrive as a member of a collaborative team. - Self-motivation and initiative with solutions-oriented disposition. - Belief in and ability to develop respectful relationship with parents and children marked by sensitivity to the students cultural and socioeconomic characteristics. - Excellent oral and written communication skills. - Ability to effectively handle challenging situations - Comfort with basic Microsoft Office applications and a curiosity and propensity to push own adoption of new technology and approaches. - Regular, punctual attendance and professional appearance.
Requirements / Qualifications
- Minimum of 5-7 years experience working with youth with at least 4 years in managing contracts and staff. - 3-years of youth programming management experience - Experience using data to inform program development and planning - Knowledge of workforce systems in the LA County and City. - Strong Experience in managing grants and contracts - Experience managing and supporting programs that serve vulnerable populations (Reentry, Former or Current Foster Youth, Homeless). - Experience in launching new initiatives and pilot projects. - Strong leadership skills with a solid knowledge base in youth development and/or workforce services. - Experience with developing and implementing/coordinating youth development and/or workforce programs. - Demonstrated ability to work with various community stakeholders including government, youth and young adult, business, and other community representatives. - Current experience with the Los Angeles Youth WIA system highly desirable. - Must have the ability to nurture respectful relationships with youth and young adults and must be sensitive to the clients cultural and socioeconomic characteristics. - Bilingual English/Spanish preferred. English proficiency supporting professional-level verbal and written communication to children, parents and other staff members required. Education and Certification Requirements - BA required; Master's level preferred - Successfully pass all post offer, pre-employment screening requirements, including criminal background check, drug test and provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States. - Current certification in CPR/First Aid
COVID-19 Vaccine required for all employees - Must have all required vaccinations, including influenza and Covid-19. Physical Requirements To perform this job the individual must be able to carry out all essential functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. - Approximately 50% of time is spent sitting, while frequently required to walk, stand and bend. - Must be able to speak and hear well. - Good vision is imperative. - Occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. - Employee will be required to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds without assistance Expectations for All Para Los Niños Staff Candidates for employment at a Para Los Niños, regardless of position, will consistently demonstrate the following: - Unwavering belief in and commitment to fulfill the mission of Para Los Niños. - Deep commitment to the success of all PLN students and families - Commitment to excellence and high standards -- for self, students, and colleagues. - Continuous learning by engaging in reflection, self-assessment, and individual professional development. - Use of data to inform decisions and drive continuous improvement. - Ability to thrive as a member of a collaborative team. - Self-motivation and initiative with solutions-oriented disposition. - Belief in and ability to develop respectful relationship with parents and children marked by sensitivity to the students cultural and socioeconomic characteristics. - Excellent oral and written communication skills. - Ability to effectively handle challenging situations - Comfort with basic Microsoft Office applications and a curiosity and propensity to push own adoption of new technology and approaches. - Regular, punctual attendance and professional appearance.
Comments and Other Information
Para Los Niños is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
It is the established policy of Para Los Niños (PLN) to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without discrimination with regard to race, religious belief (including dress or grooming practices), color, sex, sex stereotype, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions (including breast feeding), age, national origin (including possessing a drivers license issued under Vehicle Code 12801.9), ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identification and expression, transgender status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic characteristics, genetic information, family care, marital status, enrollment in any public assistance program, status as military, a veteran or qualified disabled veteran, status as an unpaid intern or volunteer, or any other classification protected by law. PLN also prohibits discrimination based on the perception that anyone has any of those characteristics, or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of those characteristics.
Comments and Other Information
Para Los Niños is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
It is the established policy of Para Los Niños (PLN) to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without discrimination with regard to race, religious belief (including dress or grooming practices), color, sex, sex stereotype, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions (including breast feeding), age, national origin (including possessing a drivers license issued under Vehicle Code 12801.9), ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identification and expression, transgender status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic characteristics, genetic information, family care, marital status, enrollment in any public assistance program, status as military, a veteran or qualified disabled veteran, status as an unpaid intern or volunteer, or any other classification protected by law. PLN also prohibits discrimination based on the perception that anyone has any of those characteristics, or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of those characteristics.
Application Deadline
4/19/2023 12:45:45 PM Pacific
Date Posted
3/24/2023
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Add'l Salary Info
$82,740.00 - $113,768.00
Length of Work Year
10 1/2 months
Employment Type
Full Time