Director of Workforce and Training Programs

This is a Full-Time, in-person position at Goodwill of Silicon Valley Headquarters in San Jose, CA.

Summary 

At Mission Services of Silicon Valley, our purpose is simple and powerful: to help people build skills, find meaningful work, and thrive in our community. For nearly 100 years, we’ve been a trusted partner in connecting opportunity with people’s potential. By working hand in hand with local experts, employers, and community members, we create pathways to education, employment, and lasting economic mobility. 

As a team, we are committed to: 

• Empowering one another to do our best work and grow together. 

• Building strong partnerships and serving as a driving force for economic opportunity in Silicon Valley. 

• Modeling teamwork, integrity, and cultural intelligence in everything we do. 

• Acting with mutual respect—for each other, our community, and the environment we share. 

The Director of Workforce and Training Programs will provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for three distinct but interconnected program areas: (1) Career Technical Education (CTE) with a focus on green and clean technology sectors; (2) career readiness services including workshops and training; and (3) non-traditional apprenticeship program development and management. This role requires a dynamic leader who can manage complex, multi-faceted programs while maintaining a strong commitment to serving populations with barriers to employment, including individuals with justice involvement, those experiencing homelessness, Veterans, and dislocated workers. 

Job Responsibilities 

Strategic Leadership and Program Development 

• Develop and execute comprehensive strategic plans for all three workforce development program streams, ensuring alignment with organizational mission and community needs. 

• Oversee the planning, implementation, coordination, and evaluation of all Career Technical Education programs, career readiness services, and apprenticeship initiatives. 

• Establish program goals, performance metrics, and accountability measures across all work streams. 

• Analyze labor market trends, industry needs, and emerging opportunities in green/clean technology sectors to inform program design. 

• Ensure programs meet compliance requirements including DOL regulations, Carl D. Perkins Act standards, California Department of Apprenticeship Standards, and relevant workforce development legislation. 

Career Technical Education (Green/Clean Technology Focus) 

• Lead the development and expansion of CTE programs in green and clean technology fields including solar energy, wind power, energy efficiency, battery storage, sustainable construction, and related sectors. 

• Develop curriculum frameworks in partnership with industry experts, educational institutions, and training providers. 

• Establish and maintain partnerships with clean energy employers, industry associations, and workforce boards to ensure program relevance and job placement opportunities. 

• Oversee hands-on training delivery, equipment procurement, and learning facility management. 

• Coordinate with funding sources including grants, clean energy workforce initiatives, and related funding streams. 

Career Readiness Services 

• Design and implement a comprehensive schedule of career readiness workshops including resume writing, job search strategies, interview preparation, and introduction to AI in the workplace. 

• Develop accessible, trauma-informed curriculum