Title: Life & Workforce Readiness Director
Department: Operations
Report To: Director of Operations
FLSA Status: Exempt Salary
In Person. Monday-Friday; some Saturdays required.
Position Summary
The Life & Workforce Readiness Director leads the design, implementation, and evaluation of workplace readiness, career exploration, and employment pathways for youth and teens across the Boys & Girls Club of Kentuckiana, including the Mobile Club.
This role ensures all workforce initiatives align with the BGCA Workforce Readiness Framework, utilizing evidence- based tools such as YouScience, Transfr VR, and the BGCA Workplace Curriculum. The Life & Workforce Readiness Director will guide youth and teens through career assessments, industry simulations, and skill-building experiences that prepare them for real-world opportunities and long-term success.
The Life & Workforce Readiness Director will directly support multiple funded workforce initiatives and is responsible for meeting grant-required participation and outcome targets.
Program Targets & Outcomes
Serve a minimum of 25 teens per Club site annually
Serve an additional 50 teens through the Mobile Club annually
Administer and track pre- and post-assessments for workforce readiness outcomes
Document participation, credentialing progress, and workforce exploration using
Essential Functions & Responsibilities
Youth Recruitment & Engagement
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Actively recruit teens who face barriers to opportunity, including lack of access to transportation, technology, career exposure, or stable employment supports
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Build strong relationships with teens and families to increase consistent participation in workforce programming
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Partner with schools, counselors, and community organizations to identify and enroll youth most in need
Workforce Programming & Instruction
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Facilitate workforce development programming use:
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YouScience for aptitude discovery and career matching
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Transfr VR for hands-on career simulations
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BGCA Workforce Readiness Curriculum for soft skills, resume building, financial literacy, and interview preparation
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Lead structured workforce labs, career exploration sessions, and job readiness workshops
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Support youth in setting career goals, exploring postsecondary options, and building individualized career plan
Assessment, Data & Grant Compliance
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Administer and track pre- and post-tests tied to workforce readiness, skill development, and employability growth
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Maintain accurate participation records, outcomes, and success stories for grant reporting
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Support all grant compliance requirements tied to workforce development funding, including documentation for federal, foundation, and corporate grants
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Work closely with the Grants and Finance teams to ensure programmatic reporting aligns with awarded funding
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Partnership Development & Workforce Exposure
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Build and maintain relationships with local employers, training providers, trade unions, colleges, and workforce agencies
Coordinate:
Job fairs
Employer site visits
Guest speakers
Mock interviews
Certification training opportunities
Serve as the primary liaison between Club sites and workforce partners
Resource Development Collaboration
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Collaborate closely with the Resource Development Department to:
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Schedule job fairs and workforce events
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Align employer engagement with grant deliverables
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Support donor engagement activities connected to workforce programming
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Provide impact data, photos, and success stories for funder reports and communications
Mobile Club Workforce Programming
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Deliver workforce readiness programming through the Mobile Club to reach youth in underserved neighborhoods
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Ensure Mobile Club programming meets the annual service target of 50 workforce youth served
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Coordinate logistics, curriculum delivery, and partner engagement for mobile workforce initiatives Special Events & Additional Duties
- Assist in execution of special events
- Perform other duties assigned to support the overall success of the program.
- Will be required to drive a club vehicle.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s degree in Education, Business, Human Resources preferred or a related field
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in workforce development, educational programming, or a related field.
- Demonstrated experience in program development, management, and evaluation.
- Strong leadership skills with a proven track record of motivating and managing teams.
- Excellent partnership-building skills with an ability to engage a wide range of stakeholders including educators, businesses, and community leaders.
- Knowledge of current trends, resources, and information related to youth employment and workforce readiness.
- Valid drivers license.
Exceptional communication and presentation skills, both verbal and written.
- WILL BE REQUIRED TO DRIVE COMPANY VEHICLE AT TIMES.
