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POSITION SUMMARY:
The Manager ofEducational Engagement and Workforce Development is knowledgeable and experienced in the principles, practices, and management of Educational Engagement programs, Workforce Development, professional development, and job training and apprenticeship programming. The Manager is responsible for assisting with the design of a broad plan and general policies for the Youth Services Division. The Manager will also assist with the creation of goals, objectives, and plans of action as they relate to the operation of the Division. The Manager is directly responsible for designing and implementing educational and Workforce Development programming that offers citizens training opportunities in a variety of professions and trades. The Manager will assist with the development of a budget and is responsible for using these funds efficiently and in ways that align with the broader goals of the City of Toledo.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Assist with the development of a Comprehensive Educational Engagement and Workforce Development Strategy in coordination with educational partners.
- Facilitate and support education engagement with industry and community to develop work-based learning experiences for students, including job shadowing, internships, and full-time, part-time, and/or summer employment.
- Lead a team through which the execution of the Division’s goals may be achieved.
- Oversee said team in the creation, implementation, and review of projects, plans, and programs of the Division.
- Coordinate with the Commissioner of Youth Services to meet the broad goals of the Department of Parks and Youth Services and the City of Toledo.
- Provide industry feedback to education partners to ensure programming is aligned with industry need and accounts for current and emerging trends and technologies.
- Facilitate and support -including as a participant- strong industry advisory boards that adequately represent their respective career fields and contribute meaningfully to curricular development and implementation, student mentorship, facilitation of work-based learning experiences, and successful student outcomes.
- Promote and support industry participation in development and delivery of career exploration and professional skills curriculum to include guest speakers, guest instructors, industry tours and site visits, and participation in events to inform the public about the diversity of career opportunities and multiple pathways to success.
- Promote and support professional development and externship opportunities for teachers, administrators, and other staff to raise awareness of regional career opportunities, workforce needs, emerging industries, and the importance of career preparation for all students.
- Assist with the Development, implementation and support of initiatives aimed at marketing in-demand careers and raising community awareness of regional industry needs and career opportunities.
- Development active links with relevant agencies, business leaders, and school district leadership to foster cooperative and mutually-beneficial partnerships that connect educational opportunities to local workforce needs.
- Identify, support, and/or develop at specific businesses high school-to-career pathways for Toledo-area in-demand occupations
- Assist with the Development of specific, measurable, achievable, realistic, and time-bound (S.M.A.R.T.) goals for the Division with regards to the Comprehensive Educational Engagement and Workforce Development Strategy.
- Collaborate with local and regional organizations and businesses to develop training opportunities for citizens in a variety of professions and trades.
- Assist with the development of a budget for the Division and oversee said budget responsibly and efficiently in accordance with the goals of the Division.
- Confer with other departments and administrators of the City of Toledo to coordinate and collaborate on plans and projects with a City-wide application.
- Assist with the development and participate in the delivery of an annual report to Toledo City Council near the end of the calendar year on attainment of S.M.A.R.T. [specific, measurable, achievable, realistic and time bound] Goal(s) for the Division of Youth Services that were previously
Knowledge of:
- Teen and youth development principles and developmental characteristics
- Program development and administration
- Budget Preparation and administration
- Strong leadership skills
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Engage with the community, establish and maintain effective working relationships
- Be flexible and adaptable
- Work effectively with schools, parents, and others in the community
- Analyze and assess programs, policies, and operational needs
- Speak in public to diverse groups
- Maintain confidentiality of City information
- Bachelor's degree in education, communications, a social science, or related field.
- Three (3) years of professional experience in education, curriculum development, educational support, Workforce Development, or a closely related field, of which one (1) year must have been at a managerial level.
- An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be used in lieu of the requirements listed above.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license and have an acceptable driving record. Must meet and maintain qualifications for driving at all times and as a continued condition of employment.
- Master’s degree
- Career Technical Education (CTE) or Certified Business Intermediary (CBI) Certification preferred.
The physical demands described within this job description must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
In this position, the employee will frequently stand, walk and sit. The employee will frequently write. Speaking and listening are constant essential functions of this position. This position will occasionally require the employee to drive a personal and company owned vehicle. This position will occasionally require hours of work outside the normal work week and occasionally on weekends.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment described within this job description will be encountered while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The employee will work indoors frequently. Occasional travel to various worksites will be required. The noise level in the work environment is usually low.
If you need assistance or an accommodation, or if you have questions about completing the online application, please contact the Department of Human Resources at (419) 245-1500.
Class Code: 7330
The City of Toledo provides excellent health and retirement benefits for its employees.
Health Insurance
The City of Toledo is a self-funded medical plan provider that offers a broad network of health services options for its employees. The City also offers a multi-tiered prescription drug plan and dental and vision care services.
Employees are required to pay a monthly premium depending on the employee’s selection of single, single plus one, or family coverage. Coverage is also afforded for qualifying domestic partners, depending on the employee’s bargaining unit. Monthly co-premiums are determined by collective bargaining agreement or Municipal Code.
Group Life Insurance
City employees are covered by a group life insurance plan depending on collective bargaining agreement or Municipal Code.
Ohio Public Employees Retirement Plan
The City is a member of the Ohio Public Employees Retirement Plan (OPERS). All employees who are paid in whole or in part by the state of Ohio, a county, municipality, or any other political subdivision of state or local government in Ohio must become members of OPERS unless they are covered by another state retirement system in Ohio.
OPERS is a pension plan providing fixed retirement benefits every month based on a formula that rewards years of service. The City contributes 14.00% of the employee’s annual base salary and employees contribute 10.00% of their annual base salary.
For more information about OPERS, click on this link: https://www.opers.org/
Deferred Compensation & 401(K)
The City of Toledo offers a voluntary governmental 457(b) deferred compensation plan, which is a retirement savings plan that allows eligible employees to supplement any existing retirement/pension benefits by saving and investing pre-tax dollars through salary deferral.
Contributions and any earnings are tax-deferred (both federal and state income taxes) until money is withdrawn. Withdrawals are taxed at ordinary income levels.
For more information about the Ohio Deferred Compensation click on this link: https://www.ohio457.org/iApp/tcm/ohio457/index.jsp
401(k)
The City of Toledo offers a voluntary pre-tax savings contributions retirement plan. The plan is commonly referred to as a 401(k).
Under the 401(k) plan, an employee’s retirement savings contributions are deducted from the employee’s paycheck before taxation. The City does not make contributions on the employee’s behalf. (Contributions are tax-deferred until withdrawn during retirement). Annual contributions to the 401(k) plan are limited to a maximum pre-tax annual contribution, as established by Internal Revenue Service regulations.
Roth 401(k)
The City of Toledo also offers a voluntary post-tax savings contributions retirement plan. This plan is commonly referred to as a Roth 401(k) Plan.
Under a Roth 401(k) Plan, an employee’s retirement savings contributions are deducted from the employee’s paycheck on a post-tax basis. Annual contributions to the Roth 401(k) plan are limited to a maximum post-tax annual contribution, as established by the Internal Revenue Service.
