Deputy Center Director

SUMMARY OF POSITION FUNCTION:

Responsible for assisting in the overall operation of the Job Corps Center.

• Supports and assists the Center Director in the administration and oversight of Center operations.

• Directs and supervises programs and activities for assigned areas of responsibility.

• Monitors Program and Outreach/Admissions and subcontract.

• Acts as Center Director in absence of same.

• Insures Center conformity to all government regulations and contractual conditions.

• Provides oversight and continuity for the Center’s current programs; work with management to assess the Center’s current programs and to guide cross-programmatic efforts.

• Provides day-to-day support, coaching and supervision to direct report staff.

• Ensures the flow of relevant information and encourages effective coordination between and among teams.

• Evaluates operational progress against outcome measurement standards contained in Job Corps MIS reports.

• Assists in the review and analysis of outcome measurement standards contained in Job Corps MIS reports. Presents recommendations to the Center Director.

• Monitors and administers departmental budgets and works within budgetary constraints.

• Plans, organizes and controls the use of overtime and on-call staff to ensure compliance with Center and ETR policy and procedures.

• Assists the center in every effort necessary to achieve its OMS goals, as well as ensuring that the Zero Tolerance Policy is strictly adhered to.

• Promotes a positive work environment demonstrating career success standards and core values.

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as needed to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

SKILLS/COMPETENCIES:

• Demonstrated knowledge of management practices and principles; proven ability to lead and support teams

• Strong working knowledge of the methods and practices of Job Corps administration or a similar program

• Proven track record of meeting and exceeding goals and objectives

• Evidence of the ability to consistently make good decisions through a combination of analysis, wisdom, experience and judgment

• Proven ability to balance the delivery of programs against the realities of a budget

• Ability to effectively build organization and staff capacity

• Capacity to set and enforce accountability

• Effective communication skills, both oral and written

• Ability to adapt in a fast-changing environment

• Proficient in the use of computer software such as MSWord, Excel and Outlook, etc.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelors Degree

EXPERIENCE:

• Four years of proven work-related experience in increasingly responsible positions in program management and direction. Experience working with youth.

OTHER:

• Must possess a valid Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record.