Assistant Director – WorkSource Coastal


Employer
City of Savannah
Savannah, Georgia

Description
This position is responsible for providing grants management and professional support to the Coastal Workforce Development Board members, Local Elected Officials, Fiscal Agent and Representatives, State Administration, and other regional stakeholders. Directs WorkSource Coastal staff and is responsible for assisting in the administrative, programmatic and fiscal oversight of Workforce Development Act grant funds allocated to the Coastal Region.

Job Type: Full-Time Interim
Job Number: 2502501
Department: Office of Chief Planning & Economic Development
Division: Worksource Coastal – Employment Services Unit

Job Requirements

  • Provides direct administrative support to the Coastal Workforce Development Board, Committees, and the Local Elected Officials Board in the region.
  • Assists with overseeing the daily operations of Workforce Development Act programs and special projects to ensure alignment with federal, state, and local regulations.
  • Lead, plan, and instruct technical assistance trainings with guidance to providers related to program design, data management systems, budget management, and reporting.
  • Conduct research and compile results for public distribution to support the state’s long-range strategic planning efforts for workforce and/or economic development and enhance service delivery in the coastal region.
  • Create RFPs, RFQs, grant applications, proposals, and responses to funding opportunities.
  • Assists in managing contracts with service providers, including procurement, budgets, negotiations, implementation, performance monitoring, and renewal processes.
  • Evaluate service delivery effectiveness and ensure provider activities align with strategic workforce goals.
  • Assists with tracking performance metrics and outcomes for programs and ensures they meet or exceed established federal and state benchmarks.
  • Assists with internal reviews to monitor contract performance, enrollment, expenditures, and data accuracy as directed.
  • Respond to monitoring visits, audits, and corrective action plans using written communication as directed.
  • Create accurate reports and compliance documents for timely review and submittal.
  • Supports grant and audit readiness by ensuring all financial documentation and reporting meet funding, GAAP, and compliance standards.
  • Advise and support program managers, coordinators, and frontline staff in service delivery, compliance, and performance tracking.
  • Develop and monitor operational workflows and service delivery models to ensure efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Coordinates communication and support across departments to foster teamwork and consistency in service implementation.
  • Prepares and/or reviews reports for submission to ensure accurate reporting of administrative, programmatic, and fiscal information in compliance with regulations.
  • Supervises, directs, and facilitates formal evaluations of WorkSource Coastal staff; handles employee concerns and problems; directs work; counsels and disciplines staff as directed.
  • Provides regional workforce information and conducts presentations to Coastal Workforce Development Board members, Local Elected Officials, Fiscal Agent and Representatives, State
  • Administration, and other regional stakeholders as needed.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Master’s degree in Workforce Leadership, Public Administration, or Business Administration with five years of grants/budget management, contract compliance, responsible professional leadership experience in personnel management, successful coordination/project management of public programs, or any equivalent combination of education and work experience.
  • A valid driver’s license is required.

Additional Information

  • Knowledge of grants management regulations and generally accepted accounting principles.
  • Knowledge of state and federal laws pertaining to employment and training development programs, including the Workforce Development Act.
  • Knowledge of procurement, department policies, and procedures.
  • Knowledge of accounting and budgeting principles and practices.
  • Skills in operating Microsoft Office Software: Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Publisher
  • Skills in negotiating and administering contracts.
  • Skills in monitoring and contract compliance.
  • Skills in preparing and presenting reports and labor market information.
  • Skills in organizational management and supervision.
  • Skills in prioritizing and organizing work.
  • Skills in operating a computer and conducting online and in-depth research.
  • Skills in marketing, public and interpersonal relations.
  • Skills in written communication and presentation to the general public and stakeholders.

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS: The Executive Director assigns work in terms of department goals and objectives. The work is managed by the Executive Director through observation, project updates, work plans, and reports of department activities as assigned. The Assistant Director spot-checks completed work for compliance with procedures and the nature and propriety of the final results.

GUIDELINES: Guidelines include applicable local, federal, and state policies and laws, the Workforce Development Act, Federal Publications, Coastal Workforce Development Board By-laws, (Intergovernmental) Consortium and Partnership Agreements, City Ordinances, and Departmental and Board policies and procedures. These guidelines require judgment, selection, and interpretation in application.

COMPLEXITY: The work consists of varied work plans, managerial, administrative, and fiscal duties. The multitude and complexity of laws and regulations to be followed and the need for sensitivity to political factors contribute to the complexity of the work.

SCOPE AND EFFECT: The purpose of this position is to oversee the administration of Workforce Development Act grant funds allocated to the ten-county Coastal Region. Successful performance ensures a quality workforce delivery system.

PERSONAL CONTACTS: Contacts are typically with peers in other organizations, board members, elected officials, contract service providers, state and federal agency representatives, co-workers, program participants, and the general public.

PURPOSE OF CONTACTS: Contacts are typically to give or exchange information, contract negotiation, procurement, resolve issues/concerns, and provide services.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The work is typically performed inside and outside the office. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, work in dust (filing/file room environment), dependable transportation, able to drive over a 2-hour distance with occasional overnight stays and non-traditional work hours.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work is performed in an automobile, in and outside the office or meeting room. Occasional workspaces outside the office: warehouses, community centers, technical/college, park, recreation, and job center, etc.

SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY: This position will have direct supervision of the Finance Administrator/Manager, Senior Workforce Planner, Senior Workforce Program Specialist/Business Services Representative, Senior Data Performance and Accountability Coordinator, Administrative Assistant, Accounting Technician, Accounting Clerk, and/or Military Services Coordinator as assigned.

Job Requirements
Master’s degree in Workforce Leadership, Public Administration, or Business Administration with five years of grants/budget management, contract compliance, responsible professional leadership experience in personnel management, successful coordination/project management of public programs, or any equivalent combination of education and work experience.

A valid driver’s license is required.

Salary Range
$89,796.00 Annually

Benefits

  • Paid Holiday
  • Paid Vacation
  • Paid Sick Leave
  • Defined Benefit Retirement Pension Plan
  • Protective Services Retirement Plan (select positions)
  • Deferred Compensation Retirement Plan
  • Retirement Seminars
  • PPO Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Wellness Programs
  • Health & Wellness Incentives
  • Long Term Disability
  • Excellence and Service Recognition
  • Employee Development and In-Service Training
  • Educational Assistance Program
  • Uniform Allowance (select positions)
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Discounts and Memberships
  • Employee Relations
  • Direct Deposit
  • Credit Union
  • Pretax Parking Deductions
  • Employer Assisted Home Purchase Program
  • Domestic Partnership Benefits
  • Healthcare
    • PPO Medical Plus Plan
    • PPO Medical Basic Plan
    • Dental Plus Plan
    • Dental Basic Plan
    • Vision Service Plan
  • Life Insurance
    • Basic Life and ADD
    • Supplemental Life Employee
    • Supplemental Life Spouse
    • Supplemental Life Child
    • Benefits costs are paid by the City of Savannah, by the employee or shared by both the City and the employee.

How to Apply
Apply online

Deadline
05/11/1925

Published:  April 29, 2025
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