Executive Director-Workforce Development Board-Mid-Ohio Valley Region

Position: Executive Director – Workforce Development Board, Mid-Ohio Valley Region

Primary Office Location: Parkersburg, WV

Area Covered: Calhoun County, Clay County, Jackson County, Mason County, Pleasants County, Ritchie
County, Roane County, Wirt County & Wood County

Reports to: Mid-Ohio Valley Workforce Development Board (WDBMOV)

Travel Required: Yes – Local, regional, statewide and occasionally nationwide travel is required

Work Remotely: No

Base Salary: $70,000

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Education, Public Policy or related field required (Master’s Degree preferred)
• Minimum of five years of experience in a senior management level position requiring supervision of staff, project management, coordination of resources, public awareness and both short-term and long-term planning
• Demonstrated experience managing programs under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), workforce development or a similar field

Skills & Competencies:

• Understand, interpret, apply, explain and enforce federal and state laws, statues, policies and regulations pertaining to work
• Facilitate strategic leadership on workforce development initiatives and issues
• Provide positive leadership with staff, contracted agencies, partner agencies, etc.
• Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Relate effectively with people with a high level of integrity
• Build partnerships between various organizations, including government, public and private entities
• Possess proficient knowledge of current workforce challenges and issues, including: bearing on unemployment by social and economic factors, local labor market demands, etc.
• Build and manage positive relationships with key stakeholders related to workforce development
• Work professionally and confidentially with diverse populations
• Utilize Microsoft Office, along with other software and data management systems effectively

Responsibilities:

• Direct staff regarding supervision of Title I service provider activities and programs to accomplish goals and meet measures
• Work closely with the fiscal agent and finance staff to ensure the appropriate management of resources for Title I programs
• Participate in required state meetings and trainings
• Keep the Workforce Development Board apprised of all relevant information between meetings
• Coordinate the development and implementation of the WDB’s strategic plan
• Provide oversight related to organizational and professional development of staff related to leadership development, management development and organizational effectiveness and productivity
• Develop plans, policies, procedures and recommendations that support Title I programs and foster future program development and growth
• Build and sustain strong partnerships with community organizations and agencies to benefit the American Job Center One Stop system as a whole
• Explore grant opportunities to draft proposals and ensure that grant deliverables are accomplished within expectations
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with economic development agencies in the local region to align with in-demand occupations
• Monitor contractual obligations of contractors providing training, on-the-job training and rapid response activities
• Organize staff trainings on key Human Resources/EEOC topics, such as: conflict management, ethics in the workplace, sexual harassment policy and prevention, drug-free workplace, etc.
• Utilize the MACC system for tracking and accountability in relation to state and federal requirements
• Compile information and prepare presentations and/or reports as needed for the WDB, partner agencies, WorkForce WV or any other authorized party
• Learn new forms of technology to promote career pathways
• Attend in-person and online meetings
• Provide necessary information for all audits
• Establish a community presence and outreach
• All other duties, as assigned

Required Information: Please provide a letter of application and resume, along with at least three professional references and contact information, including phone numbers and email addresses.

Submit Application Packet to: Ms. Rhonda Preece, Mountain State ESC, 501 22nd Steet, Dunbar, WV 25064 or email Rhonda Preece at rjpreece@k12.wv.us on behalf of Ms. Jan Hanlon, Executive Director.

Deadline: Wednesday, March 5, 2025 at 4:00 PM EST

Funding is provided by the United States Department of Labor under a cooperative agreement. This material does not necessarily reflect the view or policies of the United States Department of Labor, nor does mention of trade names, commercial products or organizations imply endorsement by the United State Government. 100% of total costs of the project or program is financed with federal funds. WDB MOV is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Program – Auxiliary Aids and Services are available upon request to Individuals with disabilities. Veterans Priority for Participants: The Jobs for Veterans Act (Public Law 107-288) requires priority of service for veterans and spouses of certain veterans for employment, training, and placement. West Virginia Relay 7-1-1 Equal Opportunity questions or concerns should be directed to: MOV WDB 600-18th Street, Box #3, Parkersburg, WV 26101 (681) 588-0420 Katie Dillon, EO Officer

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $70,000