Region III Workforce Development Board is currently hiring for the following position(s).

Executive Director

(please see job description and details of how to apply below)

 

 

The Workforce Development Board of Kanawha County, Region 3, seeks a highly qualified, experienced, and motivated professional to serve as its Executive Director. This is a full-time,  exempt-employment status leadership position responsible for providing strategic, administrative, and operational direction for the local workforce development system in accordance with the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) and applicable state and federal requirements.

 

Position Overview

The Executive Director serves as the chief executive officer of the Workforce Development Board and is responsible for implementing the policies and directives of the Board. The position provides leadership for workforce development planning, system coordination, fiscal oversight, stakeholder engagement, and compliance across the Region 3 workforce area.

 

The Executive Director reports directly to the Workforce Development Board, primarily the Chair and Executive Committee, and works closely with the Chief Local Elected Official(s), required partners, service providers, and state agencies.

 

Key Responsibilities

• Provide executive leadership and day-to-day management of the Workforce Development Board and its operations.

• Implement Board policies, strategic plans, and workforce initiatives consistent with WIOA and state guidance.

• Serve as the primary liaison between the Board, Chief Local Elected Officials, state agencies, service providers, and community partners.

• Oversee development, administration, and monitoring of workforce programs, contracts, and grants. Grant-writing experience is desirable.

• Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and policies. Particular emphasis on working closely with WorkforceWV.

• Provide staff support to the Board and its committees, including meeting coordination, agenda development, and reporting.

• Lead strategic planning efforts and performance accountability initiatives.

• Oversee fiscal management in coordination with the fiscal agent, including budget development, monitoring, and reporting.

• Build and maintain strong partnerships with business, education, economic development, labor, and community organizations.

• Represent the Workforce Development Board at local, regional, and statewide meetings and events.

• Identify and pursue funding opportunities and innovative workforce solutions to meet regional labor market needs.

• Supervise and support Board staff and consultants, as applicable.

 

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in public administration, business administration, public policy, workforce development, or a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Significant experience in workforce development, economic development, public administration, or a closely related field.

• Demonstrated experience working with boards, elected officials, and diverse stakeholders.

• Knowledge of WIOA and workforce system operations, or the ability to quickly acquire such knowledge.

• Strong leadership, organizational, and strategic planning skills.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Experience with grants management and grant-writing, budgeting, and program oversight.

• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.

 

Work Environment & Travel

• This is a Full-time Exempt position.

• Travel is required within the jurisdiction of the Workforce Development Board of Kanawha County, Region 3, as well as throughout the state of West Virginia and, possibly – occasionally - outside the state of West Virginia.

• Some evening meetings may be required.

• Compensation package is negotiable.

 

Equal Opportunity

The Workforce Development Board of Kanawha County, Region 3, is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status.

 

Application Process

Interested applicants should submit:

• A letter of interest

• A current resumé

• Professional references

Finalists will be interviewed by the Executive Committee of the Workforce Development Board of Kanawha County, Region 3, with a selection recommendation then made to the full Board.

 

Please email your resume to nshafer@wdbkc.org

 

No phone calls please.