Director of Workforce Development & Culture

Job Title:                     Director of Workforce Development & Culture

Department:             Workforce Development & Culture

Reports To:                Chief Operating Officer

FLSA:                             Exempt

Deadline Date:          Open Until Filled

Salary Range:            Commensurate with Experience

Position Summary: As a Moving to Work (MTW) Expansion Agency under the Landlord Incentives Cohort #3, this position reports to the Chief Operating Officer (COO). The Director of Workforce Development & Culture is integral to Dothan Housing’s (DH’s) senior leadership team. The position is responsible for workforce development, staff training, Section 3, YouthBuild, volunteer management, human resources, and strategic planning for DH and its instrumentalities. The Director of Workforce Development & Culture provides internal training and educational events to support the professional development of staff to increase the agency’s capacity, knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs). The position oversees change management initiatives and staff training, cross-training, and other professional development to create a high-value organizational culture. The position also oversees the Resume, Interviewing, Soft Skills, Education (R.I.S.E.) workforce development program for residents and HCV participants, along with the Ready to Work (R2W) education.

The Director of Workforce Development & Culture oversees the agency’s three-year strategic plan, Purpose 2025: FY2022-2024. This position plays a significant role in helping DH and its instrumentalities meet key performance indicators (KPIs) to increase overall productivity and performance. The Director of Workforce Development & Culture assists senior and executive leadership with implementing the organization's overall business plan and strategic direction. The position serves as the executive and senior leadership's organizational development liaison and change management advisor.

Required Education/Experience:

Master’s degree in Human Resources Management, Adult Education and Training, Public Administration, Personnel Administration, Business Administration, Organizational Development, Organizational Behavior, Organizational Management, or related experience preferred with a minimum of three (3) years of supervisory experience in workforce development, social services, career center services, business centers, chamber of commerce, community college adult education, YouthBuild or Section 3 programs.

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management, Adult Education and Training, Public Administration, Personnel Administration, Business Administration, Organizational Development, Organizational Behavior, Organizational Management, or related experience preferred with a minimum of five (5) years of supervisory experience in workforce development, social services, career center services, business centers, chamber of commerce, community college adult education, YouthBuild or Section 3 programs.

Experience working for a Moving to Work (MTW) Expansion Public Housing Authority (PHA) is a plus.

A combination of education and experience may be considered.

Must be certified or obtain Certified Workforce Development Professional (CWDP) certification or equivalent within one year of employment.