Common Wealth Development is seeking a motivated individual to oversee our award-winning youth workforce development programs within a framework of racial justice and health equity. The Youth Workforce Development Manager will be responsible for coordinating the daily logistics of executing multiple youth workforce development programs and providing general leadership to the youth workforce team carrying out program objectives. They will also work closely with other CWD programs and staff to further our goal of fostering equitable economic development. This is a full-time salaried position with benefits, including a generous paid leave package and health insurance. The annual salary is $60,000, with full benefits. Applicants are required to have a valid driver’s license and daily access to an insured car. Common Wealth Development offers a $2,000.00 (annual) bonus to employees who demonstrate proficiency in Spanish.

Major Responsibilities

• Provide oversight and coordination of the logistics for multiple workforce development programs, including program materials, space reservations, and scheduling with program partners.
• Ensure program sessions are adequately staffed, including volunteers.
• Provide supervision and support to a team of Youth Employment Specialists and/or Coordinators.
• Assist with program sessions as needed.
• Collaborate with CWD economic development programs and assist with program development as needed.
• Support effective working relationships with both CWD staff and external partners.
• Assist in the preparation and review of grant proposals and reports to private funders as needed.
• Assist in the organization’s budget preparation process as needed.
• Maintain confidential records of client progress.
• Support with the compilation of reports and evaluate program outcomes alongside as needed.

Desired Qualifications

• 4 year/Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, majoring in a social science field, the humanities or arts.
• Knowledge of workforce development as a component of comprehensive community and economic development.
• Commitment to racial justice and health equity.
• Leadership experience.
• At least 3 years (continuous) experience coordinating multiple programs, and experience in workforce development programs.
• Knowledge of pedagogy and experience facilitating trainings with teens.
• Working knowledge of best practices in positive youth development and youth employment.
• High level of motivation and ability to prioritize tasks and handle multiple responsibilities at once.
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally both verbally and in writing.
• Proficient in word processing and database programs, especially Microsoft Office.
• Experience and commitment to working with teens from low-income homes.
• Experience and commitment to working with teens from racially diverse backgrounds.
• Spanish and/or Hmong speaking skills.

Common Wealth Development values diverse life experience in its hiring process and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Bilingual, bicultural, and people of color are strongly encouraged to apply. We value the work of our local schools and educators, and graduates of Madison area high schools are strongly encouraged to apply. Our team is diverse in every sense of the word, but united in our linked fate, shared prosperity, and our commitment to an upstream approach to racial justice, health equity and violence prevention.

To apply, submit complete materials to: Common Wealth Development, 1501 Williamson Street, Madison, Wisconsin 53703, or by email to hiring@cwd.org.

Application packets must contain each of the following:

• A completed employment application; 2) a resume; and 3) a cover letter describing your:
  • Experience working with and/or mentoring racially and economically diverse teens in a culturally responsive manner
  • Experience networking with the business community and/or help individuals find employment; and
  • Experience (including number of years worked and positions held) supporting training sessions for youth and/or young adults. 

Preference will be given to complete application packets received by 8:00am September 9^th, 2024.

Applications accepted until position filled.

No faxes. No calls please, except to confirm receipt of application materials.