Alliance Worknet Director
Stanislaus County
Date Posted:
September 14, 2016
Salary:
$92,310.40 – $138,444.80
Description:
The Alliance Worknet is responsible for providing Workforce
Innovation and Opportunity Act services for the residents of
Stanislaus County as well as assisting businesses in finding
qualified employees. The Alliance Worknet is dedicated to
developing a skilled workforce that strengthens business and
contributes to the economic success of our community. The
Alliance Worknet Mission is to prepare individuals for jobs that
are in demand by local businesses and provide businesses with
referrals of qualified job applicants Its goal is to increase
employment, employment retention, and wages of Stanislaus County
residents as well as helping local businesses improve their
productivity and competitiveness.
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.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Public or Business Administration, or a
closely related field;
AND
Experience or education that demonstrates the knowledge, skills,
and abilities to successfully perform the duties and level of
responsibility of an Alliance Worknet Director as described in
this announcement. The qualifying experience must include one 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.
Attaching your resume and cover letter are an optional feature
for those who wish to do so in addition to completing the
required application form. Information on your resume and cover
letter will not substitute for the education, work experience,
and required fields on the County application. The online County
application is the primary tool used to evaluate your job
qualifications.
Filing Deadline:
October 13, 2016