Kinexus Group
ProgramManager,SpecialtyWorkforceInitiatives
“Program Manager, Specialty Workforce Initiatives at Kinexus Group. Provide leadership and expertise to ensure specialized programs operate effectively. Serve as internal subject matter expert for specialized workforce programs”
What You'll Achieve.
strengthen program quality, compliance, staff capability, and performance outcomes; attracting, retaining, and developing talent that drives economic growth; ensure consistent, effective service delivery aligned with local, state, and federal workforce requirements; ensure specialized programs operate effectively, consistently and in compliance; ensure quality, compliance, and operational consistency; identify opportunities for improvement and operational effectiveness; strengthen staff capability, operational consistency and program effectiveness; support continuous improvement initiatives; inform decision-making and drive continuous improvement; enhance efficiency, compliance and participant outcomes; address performance challenges and implement solutions; support a culture focused on accountability, customer service, continuous improvement and workforce impact
Industry & Context.
analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills
Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times, Must be willing and able to travel approximately 30% of the time between Berrien, Cass, and Van Buren counties
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Demonstrated knowledge of WIOA programs, workforce development systems and service delivery models, Experience interpreting and applying local, state and federal policies, regulations and guidance, Experience developing and facilitating training for adult learners, analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills, Ability to interpret performance data and support process improvement initiatives, interpersonal, written, presentation and verbal communication skills, Ability to build collaborative relationships and influence cross-functional teams without direct supervisory authority, Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail, Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, virtual meeting platforms, and workforce management/MIS systems, Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment
Nice to Have
Experience with curriculum development, instructional design or facilitation, Experience conducting program reviews, quality assurance activities or compliance monitoring, Experience interpreting and communicating complex program regulations to diverse audiences, Experience leading projects, process improvement initiatives or organizational change efforts
What You'll Do.
Provide leadership and expertise to ensure specialized programs operate effectively
Serve as internal subject matter expert for specialized workforce programs
Ensure program implementation aligns with regulations
Analyze program performance data
Support monitoring activities
corrective action responses
Partner with leadership to support strategic workforce initiatives
Maintain current knowledge of workforce legislation
Develop and deliver onboarding
Design and maintain program-specific curriculum
Apply adult learning principles
Partner with Workforce Manager to identify training needs
Provide technical assistance and consultative support
workshops and cross-functional learning opportunities
Track and analyze program performance
Support consistency in service delivery and customer experience
Recommend process improvements and operational strategies
Collaborate with leadership and operational teams to address performance challenges
Build collaborative relationships across Workforce
Influence operational excellence through coaching
Serve as trusted internal resource regarding specialized workforce program policy
Support a culture focused on accountability
Assist with special projects
initiatives and organizational priorities
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Partners with the Workforce Manager and frontline teams; Partners with leadership to support strategic workforce initiatives; Partners with Workforce Manager and operational leaders; Facilitates meetings, workshops and cross-functional learning opportunities; Collaborates with leadership and operational teams; Builds collaborative relationships across Workforce, Talent Development, Business Services and partner organizations; Influences operational excellence through coaching, facilitation, process improvement and subject matter expertise; Ability to build collaborative relationships and influence cross-functional teams without direct supervisory authority
Communication Scope
interpersonal, written, presentation and verbal communication skills
Process & Methodology
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
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