WIOA & TANF Program Team Lead

Job Description:

Salary: $58,000-60,000/year

Title: WIOA & TANF Program Team Lead

Classification: Exempt  

Scope of Position: The Program Team Lead will provide leadership and support to staff in WIOA and TANF related to gaining and/or retaining employment and career advancement, while ensuring outstanding customer service to program participants.

Essential Functions

• Ensure professional one-on-one working relationships with participants to assist in eliminating challenges that are hindrances to obtaining and retaining employment
• Partner with the Performance Team to interpret data and translate it into actionable steps for all Workforce Connectors
• Conduct quality assurance reviews of WIOA eligibility documentation and collaborate with the Performance Analyst to ensure compliance with program regulations, policies, and data integrity standards
• Review completed participant enrollments, assign participants to the appropriate Workforce Connector, and coordinate case distribution to support timely service delivery and caseload management
• Perform bi-weekly caseload reconciliations for staff to ensure consistent and comprehensive case management and follow-up
• Provide guidance and support to staff to ensure positive outcomes and goals are met
• Verify that post-placement contacts are completed in accordance with WIOA, TANF, and contract requirements to ensure compliance and ongoing participant support
• Facilitate weekly meetings with the staff to ensure that best practices are being implemented and discuss improvements/goals
• Work with the leadership team on implementing processes that increase customer engagement
• Monitor staff performance and participate in staff reviews on a quarterly basis
• Assist in the preparation of project reports as needed
• Based on customer demand, may provide case management and follow-up
• Other opportunities as available

Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required
• 2-3 years of previous management/supervisory experience preferred
• Demonstrated telephone, computer, written, and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational, prioritization, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment while maintaining flexibility to meet contract and operational needs
• A working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Able to work fully onsite, fully virtual, or in a hybrid environment
• Clean driving record, valid Driver’s License, and reliable vehicle required

Job Ad

WIOA & TANF Program Team Lead

Do you have a passion for making a difference in someone’s life? Are you looking for an opportunity to use your skills, experience, and empathetic nature to work for a progressive, forward-thinking and family-owned company where creativity is encouraged? Are you goal driven? Then the Program Team Lead position is for you! We are seeking a dynamic and team-oriented individual to join our spirited team.

As a Program Team Lead, you are responsible for providing leadership and support to staff in all areas related to gaining and/or retaining employment and career advancement, while ensuring outstanding customer service to program participants.

Essential Functions

• Ensure professional one-on-one working relationships with participants to assist in eliminating challenges that are hindrances to obtaining and retaining employment
• Perform bi-weekly caseload reconciliations for staff to ensure consistent and comprehensive case management and follow-up
• Conduct quality assurance reviews of WIOA eligibility documentation and collaborate with the Performance Analyst to ensure compliance with program regulations, policies, and data integrity standards
• Review completed participant enrollments, assign participants to the appropriate Workforce Connector, and coordinate case distribution to support timely service delivery and caseload management
• Work with the leadership team on implementing processes that increase customer engagement
• Verify that post-placement contacts are completed in accordance with WIOA, TANF, and contract requirements to ensure compliance and ongoing participant support
• Assist in the preparation of project reports as needed

Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required
• 2-3 years of previous management/supervisory experience preferred
• Demonstrated telephone, computer, written, and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational, prioritization, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment while maintaining flexibility to meet contract and operational needs
• A working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Able to work fully onsite, fully virtual, or in a hybrid environment
• Clean driving record, valid Driver’s License, and reliable vehicle required

Bring your expertise to EDSI where you will be able to live our values every day: Show Up, Smile and Support!

EDSI is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.