Director of Workforce System Development (Grant Funded) - Berkeley City College
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Location: Berkeley, CA 94704
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Peralta/College Information
Berkeley City College
Berkeley City College (BCC), one of California's 112 community colleges, is centrally located in downtown Berkeley, only 1-1/2 blocks from the U.C. campus. The college's mission is to contribute to the success of all students and to the well-being of the community by offering the best possible education which promises intellectual growth, social mobility, economic development and an understanding of diverse ideas and peoples. BCC is ranked second in the state in the percentage of students who transfer to U.C. Berkeley.
BCC serves students who seek general education, transfer to four-year universities, associate degrees and certificates in liberal arts, the sciences, career/technical areas, or foundational skills. BCC students represent a diverse mix of ethnic, cultural and economic backgrounds. Many are the first in their families to attend college. The college is an active partner in local economic development and employment training endeavors and maintains a strong and unique collaboration with U.C. Berkeley. Berkeley City College's world-class faculty has created a student-centered learning community dedicated to academic excellence and student success. They have won distinction in the sciences, arts, English, humanities, multimedia arts, and the social sciences.
Position Information
Job Title
Director of Workforce System Development (Grant Funded) - Berkeley City College
Time Base
40 hrs/week 12 months/year
Compensation
Salary Range: $$112,034 - $140,043/yr - The maximum salary placement is Step 3 depending on experience.
Position Type
Management
Department
Division Dean 2 (853)
City
Berkeley
State
CA
Job Description Summary
This position is grant-funded. Continued employment is contingent upon refunding of the position.
Under the direction of the Vice President of Student Services, the Director of Workforce Systems is responsible for coordinating service delivery and operations of the North Cities One-Stop Career Centers located at College of Alameda in Alameda and Berkeley Adult School in Berkeley as well as off-site services at Berkeley City College.
Duties & Responsibilities
Any one position may not include all of the duties listed nor do listed examples include all tasks which may be found in positions of this class. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty of the position satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions required for the position Oversees daily operations of the North Cities One Stop Career Centers including the management of program performance, staffing, budget, and general administration.
Coordinates the delivery of services from Career Center partners to adult and youth job seekers and to employers. Oversees program design and implementation to ensure quality services to employers and job seekers are provided in compliance with all funding and performance contract requirements.
Develops strategic relationships with Economic Development Departments in the cities of Albany, Berkeley, Piedmont, Emeryville, and Alameda.
Works collaboratively with Peralta CCD Director of Economics and Workforce Development and external partners in developing workforce development initiatives across Peralta Colleges and region-wide.
Oversees customer registration and intake, and referrals to providers of training and support services and employers.
Coordinates planning and administration of in-house and off-site services for Career Center customers and staff.
Develops procedures to maintain North Cities One Stop Career Centers participation in the East Bay Works system and status as One-Stop Career Centers certified by the Alameda County Workforce Investment Board.
Convenes North Cities One-Stop Partners Board.
Identifies program requirements and develops methods for implementing solutions.
Recruits, hires, trains and supervises staff assigned to the Career Centers.
Implements strategies and systems for management control, record keeping, client tracking, priority setting, reporting and other functions to manage the changing resources and responsibilities of the North Cities One Stop Career Centers
Represents the services of the North Cities One-Stop Career Centers before a wide variety of constituencies including employers, job seekers, government and community organizations.
Maintains a strong working knowledge of the full menu of services provided to businesses through the Alameda County Workforce Investment Board and the North Cities One-Stop Career Centers, and be able to effectively represent those services to businesses.
Represents the North Cities One Stop Career Centers in the community and at required meetings, creating cooperative arrangements with partner organizations.
Develops the annual program budget and seeks resources through strategic resource sharing, grant writing, or fee for service programs.
Performs other related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications
1. Possession of a B.A./B.S. Degree from an accredited college or university in one of the social sciences, behavioral sciences, human resources management, business or public administration or a related field.
2. Must have demonstrated four (4) or more years of professional-level experience in the coordination, planning, organization and implementation of employment services projects or programs.
3. Must have knowledge of the policies, procedures, regulations and laws that pertain to the Workforce Investment Act (WIA) and One Stop Career Centers.
4. Must have demonstrated knowledge and proficiency in the operation and use of personal computers utilizing various software applications such as word processing, spreadsheet, database management and the Internet.
5. Must have demonstrated skills in research and analysis skills, initiative and the ability to assist and motivate others to bring about required program objectives.
6. Must possess excellent interpersonal skills, including group presentation, writing skills and ability to explain project goals and objectives to a variety of audiences.
7. Understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.
Desirable Qualifications
Possession of a Master's Degree from an accredited college or university in one of the social sciences, behavioral sciences, human resources management, business or public administration or a related field.
Knowledge of the human resources and business management needs of employers in the North Cities service areas.
Knowledge of vocational human service needs of the local labor market, including long-term unemployed persons.
Knowledge of the Workforce Investment Act and related legislation. Knowledge of issues pertaining to job training as they relate to the Alameda County.
The ability to supervise professional and clerical staff and work with team members from partner agencies to maintain high staff morale.
Experience with policy and procedure development and data analysis.
The ability to work independently to carry out projects from beginning to completion.
Strong training background knowledgeable about career pathways; sector strategies; and CA community colleges policies.
Demonstrated working relationships with local non-profit organizations; workforce investment boards; and community college / school districts.
Environmental Demands
Occasional work performed alone. Constant work around and with other people.
Other Requirements
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The position requires prolonged sitting, standing, walking, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, squatting and stooping in the performance of daily activities. Also, the position requires grasping, repetitive hand movement and fine coordination in keeping records and preparing reports using a computer keyboard. Additionally, the position requires near and far vision in reading written reports and work related documents and acute hearing is required when providing phone and personal service.
MENTAL REQUIREMENTS
Ability to work and cooperate with faculty, students, managers, the public and employees at all levels in order to exchange ideas, information and opinions.
This position description has been prepared to assist in defining job responsibilities, physical demands, working conditions and skills as needed. It is not intended to serve as a complete list of job duties, responsibilities and/or essential functions.
Tools & Equipment Used
Application Deadline Date
Open Until Filled - Applications must be submitted by May 18, 2025 for first review date of May 19, 2025.
Open Date
04/21/2025
First Review Date
05/19/2025
Special Instructions to Applicants
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Failure to follow the requirements below may result in your application being disqualified.
Required documents and applications are only accepted through the online process. Please do not mail or fax your application.
Information on transcripts must include degree awarded and confer date.
Copies of diplomas will not substitute for transcripts. Finalists will be required to submit official transcripts from fully accredited college or university institutions prior to the final interview.
Note: A written evaluation by an official foreign credentials/transcripts evaluation and translation service must be submitted for Foreign Degree(s) (non-U.S. degrees) by the application deadline date.
Travel expenses for the interview and selection process will be borne by the candidates.
Appointment to the position is conditional upon the approval of the Chancellor.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Employees must satisfy all pre-employment requirements to work for the District which include, but are not limited to, the following items:
REQUIRED FOR ALL EMPLOYEES
Tuberculosis Examination: Prior to employment, the successful candidate will be required to submit evidence (either skin test or X-ray report) of being free of tuberculosis within the past sixty (60) days. The TB test is a condition of employment and any expense must be borne by the successful candidate.
Fingerprinting Requirement: As a condition of employment, all employees working for community colleges in the State of California are required to be fingerprinted within the first ten (10) working days of the date of employment pursuant to Education Code Section 88024.
Immigration Requirement: According to the Immigration Reform and Control Act, the Peralta Community College District is required to verify that all new employees are legally authorized to work in the United States.
All new employees are required to complete and sign a verification form and provide documentation attesting that he/she is legally authorized to work in the United States.
District Policy: A Social Security Card will be required following selection and prior to completion of the hiring process. The employment process cannot be completed without a copy of the Social Security Card on file in the Office of Human Resources.
Medical Examination: Under state regulations and as a condition of employment, certain positions may require a medical examination prior to employment. Expenses incurred will be borne by the employee.
EEO Statement
The Peralta Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The District is strongly committed to achieving staff diversity and the principles of equal employment opportunity. The District encourages a diverse pool of applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, age religion, marital status, sexual orientation, disability or genetic information, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, veterans status, status with regards to public assistance, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law, in any of its policies, procedures or practices.
Reasonable Accommodations
In conformance with the Fair Employment and Housing Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act, requests for Reasonable Accommodations may be made to the Office of Human Resources by calling (510) 466-7283.
The Peralta Community College District reserves the right to close or not fill any advertised position.
College Information
Peralta/College Information
Berkeley City College
Berkeley City College (BCC), one of California's 112 community colleges, is centrally located in downtown Berkeley, only 1-1/2 blocks from the U.C. campus. The college's mission is to contribute to the success of all students and to the well-being of the community by offering the best possible education which promises intellectual growth, social mobility, economic development and an understanding of diverse ideas and peoples. BCC is ranked second in the state in the percentage of students who transfer to U.C. Berkeley.
BCC serves students who seek general education, transfer to four-year universities, associate degrees and certificates in liberal arts, the sciences, career/technical areas, or foundational skills. BCC students represent a diverse mix of ethnic, cultural and economic backgrounds. Many are the first in their families to attend college. The college is an active partner in local economic development and employment training endeavors and maintains a strong and unique collaboration with U.C. Berkeley. Berkeley City College's world-class faculty has created a student-centered learning community dedicated to academic excellence and student success. They have won distinction in the sciences, arts, English, humanities, multimedia arts, and the social sciences.
Position Information
Job Title
Director of Workforce System Development (Grant Funded) - Berkeley City College
Time Base
40 hrs/week 12 months/year
Compensation
Salary Range: $$112,034 - $140,043/yr - The maximum salary placement is Step 3 depending on experience.
Position Type
Management
Department
Division Dean 2 (853)
City
Berkeley
State
CA
Job Description Summary
This position is grant-funded. Continued employment is contingent upon refunding of the position.
Under the direction of the Vice President of Student Services, the Director of Workforce Systems is responsible for coordinating service delivery and operations of the North Cities One-Stop Career Centers located at College of Alameda in Alameda and Berkeley Adult School in Berkeley as well as off-site services at Berkeley City College.
Duties & Responsibilities
Any one position may not include all of the duties listed nor do listed examples include all tasks which may be found in positions of this class. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty of the position satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions required for the position Oversees daily operations of the North Cities One Stop Career Centers including the management of program performance, staffing, budget, and general administration.
Coordinates the delivery of services from Career Center partners to adult and youth job seekers and to employers. Oversees program design and implementation to ensure quality services to employers and job seekers are provided in compliance with all funding and performance contract requirements.
Develops strategic relationships with Economic Development Departments in the cities of Albany, Berkeley, Piedmont, Emeryville, and Alameda.
Works collaboratively with Peralta CCD Director of Economics and Workforce Development and external partners in developing workforce development initiatives across Peralta Colleges and region-wide.
Oversees customer registration and intake, and referrals to providers of training and support services and employers.
Coordinates planning and administration of in-house and off-site services for Career Center customers and staff.
Develops procedures to maintain North Cities One Stop Career Centers participation in the East Bay Works system and status as One-Stop Career Centers certified by the Alameda County Workforce Investment Board.
Convenes North Cities One-Stop Partners Board.
Identifies program requirements and develops methods for implementing solutions.
Recruits, hires, trains and supervises staff assigned to the Career Centers.
Implements strategies and systems for management control, record keeping, client tracking, priority setting, reporting and other functions to manage the changing resources and responsibilities of the North Cities One Stop Career Centers
Represents the services of the North Cities One-Stop Career Centers before a wide variety of constituencies including employers, job seekers, government and community organizations.
Maintains a strong working knowledge of the full menu of services provided to businesses through the Alameda County Workforce Investment Board and the North Cities One-Stop Career Centers, and be able to effectively represent those services to businesses.
Represents the North Cities One Stop Career Centers in the community and at required meetings, creating cooperative arrangements with partner organizations.
Develops the annual program budget and seeks resources through strategic resource sharing, grant writing, or fee for service programs.
Performs other related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications
1. Possession of a B.A./B.S. Degree from an accredited college or university in one of the social sciences, behavioral sciences, human resources management, business or public administration or a related field.
2. Must have demonstrated four (4) or more years of professional-level experience in the coordination, planning, organization and implementation of employment services projects or programs.
3. Must have knowledge of the policies, procedures, regulations and laws that pertain to the Workforce Investment Act (WIA) and One Stop Career Centers.
4. Must have demonstrated knowledge and proficiency in the operation and use of personal computers utilizing various software applications such as word processing, spreadsheet, database management and the Internet.
5. Must have demonstrated skills in research and analysis skills, initiative and the ability to assist and motivate others to bring about required program objectives.
6. Must possess excellent interpersonal skills, including group presentation, writing skills and ability to explain project goals and objectives to a variety of audiences.
7. Understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.
Desirable Qualifications
Possession of a Master's Degree from an accredited college or university in one of the social sciences, behavioral sciences, human resources management, business or public administration or a related field.
Knowledge of the human resources and business management needs of employers in the North Cities service areas.
Knowledge of vocational human service needs of the local labor market, including long-term unemployed persons.
Knowledge of the Workforce Investment Act and related legislation. Knowledge of issues pertaining to job training as they relate to the Alameda County.
The ability to supervise professional and clerical staff and work with team members from partner agencies to maintain high staff morale.
Experience with policy and procedure development and data analysis.
The ability to work independently to carry out projects from beginning to completion.
Strong training background knowledgeable about career pathways; sector strategies; and CA community colleges policies.
Demonstrated working relationships with local non-profit organizations; workforce investment boards; and community college / school districts.
Environmental Demands
Occasional work performed alone. Constant work around and with other people.
Other Requirements
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The position requires prolonged sitting, standing, walking, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, squatting and stooping in the performance of daily activities. Also, the position requires grasping, repetitive hand movement and fine coordination in keeping records and preparing reports using a computer keyboard. Additionally, the position requires near and far vision in reading written reports and work related documents and acute hearing is required when providing phone and personal service.
MENTAL REQUIREMENTS
Ability to work and cooperate with faculty, students, managers, the public and employees at all levels in order to exchange ideas, information and opinions.
This position description has been prepared to assist in defining job responsibilities, physical demands, working conditions and skills as needed. It is not intended to serve as a complete list of job duties, responsibilities and/or essential functions.
Tools & Equipment Used
Application Deadline Date
Open Until Filled - Applications must be submitted by May 18, 2025 for first review date of May 19, 2025.
Open Date
04/21/2025
First Review Date
05/19/2025
Special Instructions to Applicants
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Failure to follow the requirements below may result in your application being disqualified.
Required documents and applications are only accepted through the online process. Please do not mail or fax your application.
Information on transcripts must include degree awarded and confer date.
Copies of diplomas will not substitute for transcripts. Finalists will be required to submit official transcripts from fully accredited college or university institutions prior to the final interview.
Note: A written evaluation by an official foreign credentials/transcripts evaluation and translation service must be submitted for Foreign Degree(s) (non-U.S. degrees) by the application deadline date.
Travel expenses for the interview and selection process will be borne by the candidates.
Appointment to the position is conditional upon the approval of the Chancellor.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Employees must satisfy all pre-employment requirements to work for the District which include, but are not limited to, the following items:
REQUIRED FOR ALL EMPLOYEES
Tuberculosis Examination: Prior to employment, the successful candidate will be required to submit evidence (either skin test or X-ray report) of being free of tuberculosis within the past sixty (60) days. The TB test is a condition of employment and any expense must be borne by the successful candidate.
Fingerprinting Requirement: As a condition of employment, all employees working for community colleges in the State of California are required to be fingerprinted within the first ten (10) working days of the date of employment pursuant to Education Code Section 88024.
Immigration Requirement: According to the Immigration Reform and Control Act, the Peralta Community College District is required to verify that all new employees are legally authorized to work in the United States.
All new employees are required to complete and sign a verification form and provide documentation attesting that he/she is legally authorized to work in the United States.
District Policy: A Social Security Card will be required following selection and prior to completion of the hiring process. The employment process cannot be completed without a copy of the Social Security Card on file in the Office of Human Resources.
Medical Examination: Under state regulations and as a condition of employment, certain positions may require a medical examination prior to employment. Expenses incurred will be borne by the employee.
EEO Statement
The Peralta Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The District is strongly committed to achieving staff diversity and the principles of equal employment opportunity. The District encourages a diverse pool of applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, age religion, marital status, sexual orientation, disability or genetic information, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, veterans status, status with regards to public assistance, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law, in any of its policies, procedures or practices.
Reasonable Accommodations
In conformance with the Fair Employment and Housing Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act, requests for Reasonable Accommodations may be made to the Office of Human Resources by calling (510) 466-7283.
The Peralta Community College District reserves the right to close or not fill any advertised position.