Administrative Services Director - Lor na Career Systems Development Corporation

Description

Job Summary: Loring Job Corps Center is seeking a dynamic, experienced, and mission-driven Administrative Director to join our leadership team. This critical role provides strategic and operational oversight to ensure the effective functioning of administrative services that support the success of our students, staff, and programs. The ideal candidate will be an organized, collaborative leader with a passion for youth development and a commitment to creating a supportive, efficient, and productive work environment.

Duties/Responsibilities:

· Oversee all administrative operations including finance, procurement, property management, maintenance / logistics, food services and information technology departments.

· Serve as a key member of the senior leadership team, contributing to center-wide planning, compliance, and performance goals.

· Ensure administrative procedures align with Department of Labor (DOL) regulations and Job Corps policies.

· Supervise and support administrative staff, fostering a culture of professionalism, respect, and accountability.

· Collaborate with department heads to streamline administrative workflows and enhance center efficiency.

· Manage contracts, budgets, and purchasing processes to maintain cost-effective operations.

· Lead initiatives to improve administrative systems and leverage technology for greater impact.

· Support emergency planning, safety protocols, and regulatory compliance efforts.

· Prepare reports, presentations, and documentation as required by leadership and oversight agencies.

Requirements

Qualifications:

Minimum: Bachelor’s degree in business administration, accounting or work-related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience Three years broad based practical experience in business-based position, one of which was in supervisory capacity.

Preferred: Master’s degree in business administration, accounting, or work-related field, five years broad-based experience in Job Corps or similar training program, three of which were in a supervisory capacity.

Knowledge: Knowledgeable in contract administration, fiscal analysis, procurement practice, maintenance/logistics, etc., ability to extract pertinent facts from verbal communications to be committed to paper in the form of legal documents, contracts, proposals and standard communications, excellent communication skills Ability to withstand pressure and frustration. Ability to direct and inspire staff.