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Director of Workforce Development
Asian American Civic Association —Boston, MA
- $70,000 - $85,000 a year
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- Office
- 3 years
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Executive Director of Workforce Development
YMCA of Greater Boston —Boston, MA
- $137,000 - $147,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- 5 years
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree
- Dental insurance
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Associate Director of Youth Development
Just A Start —Cambridge, MA
- $80,000 - $90,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Hybrid work
- Google Workspace
- High school
- Office
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Program and Campus Director, Clinical Psychology PsyD—WJC Rhode Island
William James College —Newton, MA
- $140,000 - $160,000 a year
- Doctoral degree
- 5 years
- Research
Director, Industry Relations
Emerson College —Boston, MA
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- Full-time
- System design
- Office
- Master's degree
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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William James College, Inc. —Newton, MA
- $140,000 - $160,000 a year
- Doctoral degree
- 5 years
- University
- Loan forgiveness
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Director of Workforce Development

Asian American Civic Association -
Boston, MA

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Job Details

Full-time
$70,000 - $85,000 a year

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
401(k) matching
Life insurance
Retirement plan

Qualifications

Bilingual
Funder relationship management
Economic development
Master's degree
Bachelor's degree
Business alliance strategy
Networking through strategic partnership building
Business management
Strategic partnerships
Senior leadership

Full Job Description

DIRECTOR OF WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENTPosition Summary

The Director of Workforce Development provides strategic leadership, design, implementation, and oversight of workforce development initiatives that align talent pipelines with organizational and industry needs. This role is responsible for workforce strategy, employer partnerships, training programs, funding compliance, performance metrics, and cross-sector collaboration to ensure sustainable talent development and measurable employment outcomes.

The Director serves as a senior leader responsible for aligning workforce initiatives with economic trends, labor market data, organizational goals, and community impact objectives.

Key ResponsibilitiesStrategic Leadership & Planning

Develop and execute a comprehensive workforce development strategy aligned with organizational and industry goals.
Conduct labor market analysis and workforce needs assessments to inform program design.
Identify high-demand occupations and emerging industry trends.
Establish multi-year workforce development roadmaps and performance benchmarks.
Advise executive leadership on workforce trends, talent pipelines, and skill gaps.

Program Development & Oversight

Design, implement, and evaluate workforce training programs, apprenticeships, internships, and career pathways.
Ensure programs meet regulatory, accreditation, and funding compliance standards.
Oversee curriculum alignment with industry certifications and employer requirements.
Monitor program outcomes including completion rates, credential attainment, job placement, and wage progression.
Lead continuous improvement initiatives based on performance metrics.

Employer & Industry Partnerships

Build and maintain strategic partnerships with employers, industry associations, educational institutions, and community organizations.
Facilitate sector partnerships to align training with workforce demand.
Secure employer commitments for work-based learning and hiring pipelines.
Represent the organization in regional workforce councils and industry coalitions.

Funding & Compliance

Identify and pursue workforce funding opportunities (grants, contracts, public funding, philanthropic support).
Oversee grant compliance, reporting, and fiscal accountability.
Manage budgets related to workforce initiatives.
Ensure adherence to federal, state, and local workforce regulations (apprenticeship standards, labor laws).

Team Leadership & Operations

Lead, supervise, and develop workforce development staff.
Establish performance expectations and accountability frameworks.
Foster a culture of collaboration, equity, and high performance.
Coordinate cross-functional teams including HR, training, operations, and community outreach.

Data & Performance Management

Establish and track for workforce initiatives.
Analyze program performance data to measure community impact.
Prepare executive-level reports and presentations.
Utilize data systems for participant tracking and compliance reporting.

Community & Stakeholder Engagement

Promote equitable access to workforce programs for underrepresented populations.
Engage community leaders and stakeholders to address workforce barriers.
Serve as spokesperson for workforce initiatives at public events and meetings.

QualificationsRequired

Bachelor’s degree in Workforce Development, Human Resources, Business Administration, Public Administration, Education, or related field.
7–10+ years of progressive experience in workforce development, talent strategy, economic development, or related field.
3–5+ years of leadership/management experience.
Demonstrated experience managing grants and public funding.
Strong understanding of labor market dynamics and workforce policy.
Experience building employer partnerships.

Preferred

Master’s degree in relevant discipline.
Experience with registered apprenticeship programs, or sector partnerships.
Grant writing experience.

Core Competencies

Strategic thinking and systems-level planning
Labor market analysis and workforce forecasting
Stakeholder engagement and coalition building
Financial and grant management
Regulatory compliance
Program evaluation and performance management
Equity-centered workforce strategies
Executive communication and presentation skills

Reporting Structure

Reports to: CEO Supervises: Workforce Development Managers, Program Coordinators, Career Coaches, Data Analysts

Compensation

Salary Range: $70,000-85,000

Benefits: 401(k), 401(k) matching, Dental insurance, Health insurance, Life insurance, Paid time off, Retirement plan

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan

Ability to Commute:

Boston, MA 02111 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

Boston, MA 02111: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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