Workforce Development Training Director

$70,000 - $80,000/Yr

YMCA - Manchester, NH

Full-time - Mid Level

Manchester, NH

10,001+ employees

Social Assistance

About the position

The Workforce Development Training Director at The Granite YMCA is a key role focused on enhancing community workforce development, particularly in the childcare sector. This position involves coordinating training programs, facilitating courses, and creating learning pathways to ensure individuals gain the skills necessary for employment opportunities that offer a living wage and advancement potential. The director will work closely with various stakeholders to develop and implement effective training strategies and support systems for childcare workers.

Responsibilities

• Develop, review and update program content and curriculum in collaboration with the Granite Y team.
• Supervise an administrative assistant.
• Provide direct instruction for programs, including program orientation as needed.
• Co-create training and job simulations with Granite Y staff.
• Work in partnership with college systems and other partners to develop and coordinate individual career and employment plans for trainees.
• Provide 1-1 professional guidance and career resources for participants.
• Administrative responsibilities include grant reporting, certification tracking, working in NH Connections, and accurate record-keeping.
• Basic budget creation and management.

Requirements

• BS degree in education, human resources or relevant field.
• Experience in early education, childcare and/or workforce development field preferred.
• Track record in designing and executing successful trainings.
• Proven knowledge of NH state licensing (or similar) and childcare accreditation process.
• Familiarity with traditional and modern training methods (mentoring, coaching, on-the-job or in classroom training, e-learning, workshops, simulations etc.).
• Experience utilizing Learning Management System including implementation, record keeping, pulling reports, etc.
• Ability to plan, multi-task and manage time effectively.
• Strong writing and record-keeping ability for reports and training manuals.
• Highly developed communication, follow through, time management, problem resolution and advocacy skills; resourceful, intuitive, and strong team-player.
• Experience in collaborating with a diverse team.
• Demonstration of sensitivity, understanding and respect of diverse populations within the workplace and promote equity, diversity, and inclusion in all policies and practices.
• Strong technology skills (MS Office, databases, and web-based applications).
• Able to take initiative, and work in teams and independently.
• Available to work a flexible schedule that includes some evenings and weekends.