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The Director of Workforce Development shall be responsible for the leadership role in the implementation and preservation of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity (WIOA) Act within the Western Arkansas Workforce Development Area. The Director leads the Local Workforce Development Board (LWDB) to meet the program goals, fulfill the mission, and pursue the vision of the Board. The Director is responsible for lawfully compliant administration, skilled operational performance, and financial integrity of all procedures, programs, and activities of the WAWDB. The Director works closely with the Executive Director of WAPDD regarding WIOA Title 1-B Services along with administrative, financial and programmatic services and the leadership of the One-Stop Operator. This position acts as liaison to link workforce and economic development entities with workforce development opportunities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Oversee the administration and services delivery of Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WOIA) funds allocated to the Western Arkansas Workforce Development Area and other workforce development and related programs.

Serve as Administrator for the Western Arkansas Workforce Development Board.

Ensure the appointment and maintenance of a certified LWDB.

Understand, interpret, and provide policy options for implementation of State and Federal regulations and policies by working with the WAPDD Executive Director and program staff.

Implement orientation and ongoing training of WAWDB members to ensure their confidence and capacity of carrying forth the mission of the board.

Review, develop and execute the WAWDB strategy and local/regional plan; pursue, evaluate, and recommend business and technology alliances and strategic partnerships to the WAWDB.

Implement, coordinate, and maintain a comprehensive and integrated workforce development marketing strategy.

Translate WAWDB and the Chief Elected Officials (CEOs) policies and mandates into effective operational procedures to meet the needs of workforce development programs.

Oversee all phases of the administration of the WAWDB including personnel, local and regional planning, budget oversight, proposal development, contract management, monitoring and evaluation of programs, and community relations.

Analyze obligations and expenditures to ensure appropriate levels of funding.

Develop departmental controls to ensure compliance with laws and regulations.

Review reports to ensure accurate reporting of financial and program information and to ensure compliance with laws and regulations.

Negotiate performance goals for the Local Workforce Area and review performance reports to ensure goals are met and corrective actions are taken where appropriate.

Assist Board Chairman in planning and conducting WAWDB and CEO meetings.

Oversee the development and implementation of an operational plan for the Arkansas Workforce Centers.

Coordinate partner activities related to One-Stop Infrastructure Funding Agreement and MOUs including budgeting, cost-sharing negotiations, and capacity-building activities.

Monitor information systems to meet budget guidelines and negotiated performance levels.

Provide oversight and monitoring of program operations and deliver strategies for service providers.

Initiate and maintain quality and continuous improvement principles/techniques within the workforce development system.

Provide visible leadership to the WAWDBs efforts to engage the business community in developing approaches to meet the workforce needs of the businesses in Southeast Arkansas.

Proactively plan and coordinate with local education agencies, economic development agencies, business partners, One-Stop Operator, WIOA Title I-B Service Providers, Partner , and community-based organizations to leverage resources and integrate service delivery without duplication of efforts.

Coordinate visits by Federal and State Auditors and Program Monitors, and external monitors and meet with representatives of these groups, answer questions, resolve issues, clarify situations, and assist in any manner necessary.

Ensure all operations comply with the Sunshine Provision Law and Freedom of Information Act and provide complete transparency.

Serve as the Workforce Board liaison to partner agencies and community-based organizations.

Identify opportunities for collaboration between workforce development, economic development and education.

Communicate with employers in the region to determine workforce development needs.

Collaborate with stakeholders regarding grant opportunities and program design improvements.

Commit to continuous improvement by keeping informed of emerging trends, best practices, and new developments in the profession.

Take the opportunity, whenever possible, to attend relevant workshops, classes, seminars and professional conferences.

Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is essential.