Director, Workforce Development

About the Role:

• Develop and execute a workforce development strategy that aligns with ULP’s mission and exceeds funders expectations and desired outcomes.
• Employer engagement and relationship management
• Concept development, implementation, and oversight of ULP seminars, training programs, other career related programing and services. 
• Maintain bottom line responsibility for department programs and projects, including budgeting, revenue sources and expense monitoring.
• Establish relationships with program partners and community-based organizations for the purpose of identifying partnerships and opportunities for job seekers
• Represent ULP at industry events, panels, committees, etc. 
• Ability to perform in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to manage and work with others in a team environment. 

Desired Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree required, masters preferred, preferably in business discipline or human resources plus 7 years of experience in a similar role. 
• Minimum of 5 years managerial experience
• Must demonstrate experience in relationship building, leading and/or participating in successful teams, collaborating with others, developing innovative solutions.
• Thought-leader in the area of Workforce Development 
• Job Placement for all levels of employment.
• Knowledge of area employers and workforce agencies
• Ability to work with clients from various backgrounds and with differing employment needs
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including experience with grant writing 
• Strong interpersonal skills, specifically public speaking skills required.
• Experience in job placement (from placement/search firm, career counseling or industry related position) job development, staff management and community-based relationship building.

Computer Skills:

• Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, & Outlook)
• Knowledge of SalesForce or other databases a plus 

Salary Range: $85,000 – $110,000

Please submit resume to Human Resources at hr@urbanleaguephila.org.

The Urban League of Philadelphia does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors.