William James College Hiring for Program Manager, Workforce Development Initia at Boston, MA Full Time

Position Summary

The Center for Workforce Development (CWD) at William James College seeks applications from
qualified candidates for the position of Program Manager. In this role, the Program Manager will oversee school- and community-based
workforce development initiatives for the CWD, collaborate with various stakeholders, supervise trainees, and work jointly with the
administrative team to implement grant-funded projects. This is a full-time position for a master-level candidate with clinical and
supervisory-related experiences, and a background or strong interest in overseeing career ladder programs for underserved populations. The
Program Manager will report to the Vice President for Workforce Initiatives and the Chair of the School Psychology Department. 

Essential Functions

• Manage career ladder and workforce development programs, with a focus on recruiting,
  training, and retaining individuals who are underrepresented in the field. 
• Provide leadership and administrative support to
  the team to develop, implement, and manage grant-funded workforce development projects.
• Build strong relationships among internal
  departments at the College and external partners.
• Collaborate with the management team to ensure successful communication and
  coordination between program staff, faculty, students, and other key stakeholders.
• Manage the application review process to
  identify and recruit students, support trainees, and maintain detailed records of all outreach and recruitment efforts.
• Coordinate
  activities for students, program participants, supervisors, and community-based partners.
• Plan professional development workshops,
  conferences, and Continuing Education events.
• Supervise junior staff and students.
• Provide technical assistance and
  ongoing support to the College’s workforce development initiatives.
• Lead presentations on workforce development topics at
  meetings, seminars, and conferences.
• Ensure compliance with funding agency guidelines and timelines, as appropriate. 
• Perform other related tasks, as assigned. 

Skills & Qualifications 

• Master’s/CAGS degree in counseling, school psychology, education, public health, or a related field (Preferred) 
• Work-related experience in human services or non-profit agencies.
• Strong interest in overseeing career ladder programs for
  culturally diverse populations.
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Strong organizational, and
  written and oral communication skills.
• Familiarity with database management and social media platforms.
• Proficiency with
  technology (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, Qualtrics) and other web-based tools, data collection and database management, and webinar
  facilitation.
• Ability to work independently, problem solve, and provide good client and customer support.
• Experience in
  building partnerships with community-based organizations and working with a diverse staff and student body.
• Commitment to
  diversity, equity, and inclusion, and to the health and well-being of culturally diverse populations and underserved communities.
• Ability to lead, supervise, and evaluate staff.
• Ability to adapt to the culture of a mission-drive, fast-paced academic
  environment. 
• Proof of COVID-19 vaccination.
• Ability to assume employment in the United States without College
  Sponsorship.

Benefits

• Our benefits package includes generous health, vision and dental
  insurance, eligibility for both College funded 401(a) retirement plan and Employer sponsored 403(b) plan, company-paid life and long-term
  disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, generous PTO, and professional development opportunities.
• William James College
  is not-for-profit organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Employment at William James College may qualify for The
  Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service#qualifying-employer

Application Procedures: Review of applications will begin upon receipt and continue until the position is filled.
Interested candidates should submit: 

1. A detailed letter of intent responding to the stated qualifications.
2. A
   curriculum vitae. 
3. A list of three professional references with complete contact information. (References will not be
   contacted without the applicant’s prior permission.) 

For more information about this position or to apply, please
go to:

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