What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Workforce Development position at Scion Staffing?
Scion Nonprofit Staffing(www.scionnonprofitstaffing.com) has been engaged to conduct an immediate search for a Director of Workforce Development to join our partner, a respected education nonprofit in Greenwich, CT! This full-time, direct-hire, onsite position offers competitive pay and the chance to bring expertise in workforce development to youth education programs!
The ideal candidate will bring strongexperience in workforce development, with a proven track record in designing, implementing, and evaluating programs focused on employment coaching and job placement. They will possess a deep understanding of the needs of both young adults facing workforce disconnection and employers across key sectors such as healthcare, manufacturing, and skilled trades. The successful candidate will excel in cultivating strong relationships with a variety of stakeholders, demonstrate creativity and emotional intelligence, and be adept at navigating the demands of a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
The Perks!
This onsite, full-time opportunity offers an annual salary of $150-200K,in addition to a 10% bonus. The comprehensive benefits package includes 100% company paid medical premiums, generous PTO, 17 paid holidays, summer Fridays, 401(k) with robust employer contributions, and more!
How To Apply
For immediate consideration, please applyheretoday!
About Our Search Firm
Scion Staffing, Inc. is a national award-winning staffing firm! Since 2006, we have had the pleasure of successfully placing thousands of talented professionals with amazing career opportunities. Through our innovative team building and recruiting solutions, we bridge the gap in executive leadership searches, direct hire recruiting, interim leadership placement, and temporary professional staffing. Our track record and recruitment process have made us one of the top recruitment firms in the nation.
We are proud to be part of theForbeslists of the Best Recruitment Firmsandthe Best Executive Search Firms in America. Additionally, Scion has been recognized as aClearlyRatedBest of Staffing firm as well as a top recruitment firm byThe Business Times. Additional information about our firm can also be foundonline. Scion Staffing, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and does not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, political affiliation or belief, or any other protected class. We are committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and are dedicated to making employment decisions based on merit and value, for ourselves, our client companies, and the candidates we represent.
For opportunities located in a region that has enacted fair chance, arrest, or conviction-based employment ordinances, Scion Staffing proactively follows the enacted guidance and considers for employment all qualified applications with arrest and conviction records. We engage in socially conscious business practices and believe that diverse, equitable, inclusive, and non-biased talent and recruitment processes are foundational to the success of Scion as well as every client organization with whom we partner.
The ideal candidate will bring strongexperience in workforce development, with a proven track record in designing, implementing, and evaluating programs focused on employment coaching and job placement. They will possess a deep understanding of the needs of both young adults facing workforce disconnection and employers across key sectors such as healthcare, manufacturing, and skilled trades. The successful candidate will excel in cultivating strong relationships with a variety of stakeholders, demonstrate creativity and emotional intelligence, and be adept at navigating the demands of a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
The Perks!
- Full-time position in a dynamic educational environment!
- Competitive salary of $150-200k DOE!
- A comprehensive benefits package!
- Opportunity to connect young adults with the workforce!
- Lead the design and execution of workforce development pilot partnerships, including identifying and engaging potential partner organizations and fostering co-investments with public and private funders.
- Serve as the primary liaison for partner organizations, ensuring strong, trusting relationships and facilitating capacity-building efforts, including program design and workshops.
- Oversee the implementation of workforce initiatives, providing consultation on program design, staff training, and performance management to enhance partner capacity and effectiveness.
- Monitor pilot outcomes, evaluating effectiveness and making data-driven recommendations to improve program performance, ensuring long-term sustainability and impact.
- Substantial experience in workforce development, including program design, implementation, and evaluation, with expertise in job placement and coaching in a nonprofit or philanthropic context.
- Bachelors degree from an accredited institution.
- Demonstrated cultural competency and the ability to build strong relationships with diverse stakeholders.
- Experience in adapting to dynamic environments and managing multiple projects with a focus on quality and detail.
- Strong organizational skills, excellent communication abilities (both written and verbal), and proficiency in common software tools such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Google Suite.
- Commitment to continuous learning, adaptability, and alignment with the organization's mission of diversity, equity, and inclusion.
This onsite, full-time opportunity offers an annual salary of $150-200K,in addition to a 10% bonus. The comprehensive benefits package includes 100% company paid medical premiums, generous PTO, 17 paid holidays, summer Fridays, 401(k) with robust employer contributions, and more!
How To Apply
For immediate consideration, please applyheretoday!
About Our Search Firm
Scion Staffing, Inc. is a national award-winning staffing firm! Since 2006, we have had the pleasure of successfully placing thousands of talented professionals with amazing career opportunities. Through our innovative team building and recruiting solutions, we bridge the gap in executive leadership searches, direct hire recruiting, interim leadership placement, and temporary professional staffing. Our track record and recruitment process have made us one of the top recruitment firms in the nation.
We are proud to be part of theForbeslists of the Best Recruitment Firmsandthe Best Executive Search Firms in America. Additionally, Scion has been recognized as aClearlyRatedBest of Staffing firm as well as a top recruitment firm byThe Business Times. Additional information about our firm can also be foundonline. Scion Staffing, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and does not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, political affiliation or belief, or any other protected class. We are committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and are dedicated to making employment decisions based on merit and value, for ourselves, our client companies, and the candidates we represent.
For opportunities located in a region that has enacted fair chance, arrest, or conviction-based employment ordinances, Scion Staffing proactively follows the enacted guidance and considers for employment all qualified applications with arrest and conviction records. We engage in socially conscious business practices and believe that diverse, equitable, inclusive, and non-biased talent and recruitment processes are foundational to the success of Scion as well as every client organization with whom we partner.
Salary : $150,000 - $200,000
