Date Posted

December 1, 2014

Salary:

$91,395 – 137,072

Description:

The Alliance Worknet Director is responsible for overseeing the provision of workforce development services to the residents of Stanislaus County through the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA). In addition, the department provides Welfare to Work services to Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) recipients through a contract with the Stanislaus County Community Services Agency. This at–will position is appointed by the Chief Executive Officer with the concurrence of the Board of Supervisors and reports to the Chief Executive Officer.

Recognizing the importance of aligning workforce development and economic development activities, a Memorandum of Understanding between Stanislaus County and the Stanislaus Business Alliance has been developed with the Director receiving day to day policy direction from the Chief Executive Officer of the Stanislaus Business Alliance and the Alliance Board of Directors.

The Alliance Worknet Director interacts on a regular basis with the employees of the Stanislaus Business Alliance, County and City Officials, and community based organizations. The position represents the County and the Alliance Board at public meetings and makes speeches and presentations on behalf of both entities.

Qualifications:

Education and Experience—Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Public or Business Administration, or a closely related field;

And Either of The Following:

Five (5) years of experience in the administration of one of the following areas: an employment or training program, a social service agency, or a large division within an agency that has overall program responsibility;
OR  
Five (5) years of experience in a management capacity, preferably in the public sector, demonstrating progressive achievement. This experience should include two (2) years involving the supervision of professional and/or technical staff.  

Desirable Qualifications:

Five (5) years of experience and/or education in the attainment of knowledge of the principles and concepts of economic development at the community or state-wide level; OR
Experience or education resulting in the understanding of local level economics and labor market principles.

How to Apply:

To begin the application process, go to www.stanjobs.org. Applications cannot be submitted later than 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date. Make your online application as complete as possible so a full and realistic appraisal may be made of your qualifications. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application form. 

Filing Deadline:

December 15, 2014