Assistant Director, Community Engagement

 

Responsibilities:

·         Collaborate with the Director, to oversee the newly formed Division aligned with healthcare industry and stakeholder goals to implement outreach for unemployed and underemployed community residents

·         Direct, supervise and develop Field and Workforce Development staff conducting community assessments, surveys and working with partners to recruit candidates for the Career Pathway Training (CPT) program

·         Monitor work of Field and Workforce Development staff to identify best practices that ensure quality partnerships and programs

·         Evaluate partnerships and programs and lead continuous improvement efforts

·         Collaborate with other TEF divisions to recruit, support and refer CPT candidates

·         Develop strategies and content as needed to promote CPT pathways and collaborations with community partners.

·         Implement workplan and evaluation of TEF community-based partnership and engagement efforts

·         Assist with developing and conducting specific community needs assessments and coordinate, as needed, efforts with Research & Evaluation team

·         Observe/join staff in the field to provide support, feedback and coaching to ensure quality programming

·         Maintain effective relationships with key local organizations and community partners aligned with TEF strategies

·         Perform additional duties and projects as assigned by management

Qualifications:

·         Bachelor’s degree in Labor Relations, Organizational Development, Education, Healthcare or equivalent years of experience; Master’s degree preferred

·         Minimum six (6) years' experience in training, consulting, education, workforce development and four (4) years supervisory experience required

·         Ability to scan political terrain and identify areas of improvement

·         Excellent analytical and project management skills; Excellent relationship building and skills

·         Ability to create and build relationships, gain confidence of external organizations; be able to identify joint interests and areas of collaboration

· ��       Excellent problem-solving, organizational and time management skills

·         Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines

·         Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to work both independently and as a team player

·         Strong active listening skills, good self-awareness, ability to recognize impact on others and ability to manage boundaries

·         Proficient in Microsoft Office

·         Ability to work flexible hours including some evenings and weekends as needed

·         Ability to travel to various sites in Greater New York area (including Long Island and Westchester as needed)