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Description

Job Title: Executive Director, Workforce Development & Reentry 

Reports To: Chief Program Officer 

Salary Range: $137,000-$150,000

Location:  Hybrid, expectation to be in-person at office/on-site at programs 60% of the time.

Benefits

• 16 paid BACR holidays
• Medical, dental, vision, mental health/wellness benefit, hospital indemnity, life insurance, flexible spending account (transit, medical, dependent), 403b program, pet insurance, WellHub
• Professional development opportunities

Workforce Development & Reentry Program Overview 

BACR’s Workforce and Reentry Programs provide comprehensive wrap-around services to youth and adults who face barriers to success, re-engaging them in education and preparing them for careers that lead to long-term economic self-sufficiency. For justice-involved participants, our programs offer intensive court advocacy and work closely with participants, their families, and the justice system to support successful transitions into education and career pathways.

BACR operates workforce and reentry programs across Alameda, Contra Costa, and San Francisco counties.

Position Overview 

The Executive Director, Workforce Development & Reentry oversees the quality and growth of our Workforce Development & Reentry programs, builds and maintains partnerships, supports team well-being, and ensures the programs’ financial sustainability within BACR. This role will work closely with the Workforce Development & Reentry program team and the Chief Program Officer to develop and implement programmatic and financial strategies that support BACR’s mission and goals. The Executive Director, Workforce Development & Reentry currently has 3 direct reports with a larger team of 40 staff and manages an annual budget exceeding $5 million. As one of five Executive Directors at BACR, this role is an integral member of the Senior Leadership Team, contributing essential strategic leadership to the agency. The Executive Director, Workforce Development & Reentry reports to the Chief Program Officer and works very closely with the Executive Directors peer group as well as the administrative teams that provide support to the Workforce Development & Reentry program.

Requirements

Mindsets 

• You wear bifocals:  you understand the details, but you also see the big picture.  You have the experience and skills to understand and manage the day-to-day, but you also have the strategic vision to see where we’re going and how to get there.  
• You know how to juggle.  You’re comfortable being pulled in many directions, and are actually energized by the challenge. 
• People matter to you.  You recognize the importance of the people on the team, how they’re doing and what they need.  You delight in developing people and coaching/mentoring is part of your leadership style. 
• You have an advanced degree in bridge-building.  You understand the power of collaborating, getting buy-in and strong communications.  
• You’re not afraid to color outside the lines.  You are creative and resourceful in addressing challenges and solving problems.
  

Responsibilities

Strategic Planning and Leadership

• Work closely with the CEO, Chief Program Officer and Senior Management Team to develop and implement strategic plans and goals that support BACR’s mission and vision
• Lead with a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, cultivating a culture grounded in BACR values.  Inspire team to embody these values.
• Collaborate with other BACR Executive Directors to explore and implement collaborative programming providing synergy and innovation.

People Management 

• Supervise and support a team of 4 direct reports through team and individual consultation, training, coaching, and regular performance reviews to address staff development and support needs
• Recruit, mentor, and empower management staff. 
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and professional development.
• Create an environment among staff consistent with BACR values and guiding principles

Program & Partnerships 

• Ensure effective delivery and impact of programming by setting clear goals and standards, monitoring programs, conducting analysis of evaluations, and identifying and implementing strategies for continuous improvement. 
• Work closely with the team to develop and implement program retention and expansion strategies. 
• Develop, promote, and maintain positive relationships with key community stakeholders
• Work with the Chief Program Officer and CFO to develop financial models for Workforce Development & Reentry programs. 

Fundraising & Grants Management  

• ​​Lead fundraising and resource development activities for the Workforce Development & Reentry division, with a primary focus on identifying, securing, and managing government grants, district contracts, and other institutional funding sources to advance program goals and sustainability.
• Oversee all grants, contracts, and subcontracts to ensure fulfillment of and compliance with funding and contractual requirements and agreements.
• Prepare for annual audits/grant closeout, including submission of local, federal, state, and funding sources reports.

Budget Management 

• Develop annual budgets in partnership with key stakeholders. 
• Oversee monitoring of P&L and budget forecasts. 
• Manage accounts receivables and implement a plan to address aging outstanding invoices. 
• Work with the finance team to ensure timely submission of information necessary for invoicing.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 7+ years managing programs in the fields of workforce development, reentry, or related social services 
• Knowledge of and ability to uphold all legal and ethical professional standards
• Proven record of securing public and private funding 
• Experience collecting, analyzing, and reporting complex data.
• Experience working with (client demographics)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to obtain and sustain various clearances required for the program

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

• Non-profit or government agency experience 
• Managing workforce programs supported by local, state, and federal funding sources.
• Managing programs that support housing access, rental assistance, and eviction-prevention resources.