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POSITION DESCRIPTION This position is a member of Hired s Senior Leadership team and is responsible for strategic, visionary, and all aspects of operational leadership of Hired s Career Pathway work. The Career Pathway Director is responsible for developing and overseeing integrated education and training programs that provide clear pathways to high-demand careers, and leads three direct reports, with an indirect team of 10 and a financial portfolio of approximately $2 million. Hired is dedicated to helping people access upwardly mobile career paths and we are seeking a leader to spearhead this work. The ideal candidate will bring an entrepreneurial mindset and human-centered approach to designing equitable on-ramps to prosperity. They will also possess a commitment to high quality program execution and evaluation, program innovation, a collaborative spirit and joy for this work, as well as a commitment to Hired s mission, vision and values. Your Role: Reimagine career pathways as a catalyst for economic mobility Embed a racial equity and social justice lens into all pathway development Reimagine traditional education/training silos through integrated service delivery models Engage employers growing economic inclusion and nurturing organizational cultures of belonging Utilize human-centered design to co-create pathways customized to unique learner needs Facilitate empowering learning experiences grounded in career navigation and support services Engage government and community leaders collaboratively on issues of policy and practice to improve outcomes for marginalized communities Navigate complex policy and budgetary environments effectively Cultivate an organizational culture centered on dignity, equity, inclusion and continuous learning Navigate across/between projects and multiple budgets balancing participant-centric design while ensuring compliance with funding regulations Required Mindset: Passionate advocate for equitable access and inclusion principles Creative thinker to navigate and change systemic barriers and conventional approaches Adaptive and creative approaches to program design and development Entrepreneurial spirit driving innovation, vision and iterative program design. Commitment to elevating underrepresented voices Cultural humility and ability to build trust across diverse communities Skilled systems-level thinker and changemaker capable of collective impact Creative and enthusiastic problem-solver Positively engage key partners on philosophical, regulatory, and programmatic aspects of policy that impacts opportunities for our constituents. Qualifications: 7+ years experience leading education/workforce development initiatives In-depth knowledge of career pathways model and integrated education approaches Expertise blending technology, contextualized learning, and culturally-responsive approaches Excellent partnership building, communication and grant writing skills Budget management and resource cultivation abilities, including proposal development experience Advanced degree in education, social work, nonprofit management or related field In addition to the Essential Functions, Skills and Abilities, Core Competencies and Other Expectations listed below, qualified candidates will: Build a diverse team, create professional development opportunities, and embrace a culture grounded in mutual respect that reflects our organizational values Inspire, lead, care for and supervise a mobile and decentralized team Value people, equity, inclusion, collaboration and an ability to celebrate diversity in all its forms. Create approaches that embrace participant voice, employer involvement, labor market data, and effective practices in program design Demonstrate experience in overseeing program compliance and data management systems as well as supporting the team to use data to inform program design and approaches Build strong working relationships with funders and be knowledgeable of public and private funding source Work collaboratively with other programs within Hired to integrate program activities and elevate learnings in pursuit of community service excellence. The Career Pathway Director will be a driving force in developing robust education and training programs that open access to life-changing, short-term career pathway trainings across the Twin Cities. Essential Functions Program Development and Management: Conduct labor market research to identify in-demand occupations and associated skills needs Design career pathway programs that combine employability and sector specific training Align curriculum and credentials with job requirements and industry standards Integrate basic skills instruction and appropriate academic and technical learning outcomes Develop rigorous curricula using instructional best practices Use technology, digital platforms and tools in effective program design and service delivery Cultivate relationships with employers, industry associations, and workforce boards Facilitate employer engagement to guide program development and ensure programs meet workforce needs Support employers to realize their role in economic inclusion and build cultures of belonging Coordinate scheduling, facilities, equipment, and instructional resources Recruit and enroll students through outreach and partnerships Monitor student progress, retention, and completion metrics Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations and guidelines Establish contractual instruction with colleges for accredited coursework and credentials Manage program budgets and allocate resources effectively Monitor program performance and make adjustments as needed to improve outcomes Identify opportunities to improve Hired s approach to recruitment, job placement and job retention services Represent Hired s Career Pathway program in meetings with stakeholders and other agencies Recruit, hire, and train program management staff; manage personnel issues in partnership with HR in accordance with corporate policy and labor laws Supervise Career Pathway staff, including work allocation, employee training and development, problem resolution, and performance evaluation of staff Develop and monitor staff infrastructure to ensure maximum effectiveness and efficiency