Career Services Manager

About PPL

Project for Pride in Living (PPL) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering low-income individuals and families to become self-reliant through integrated services in housing employment and education. We believe in the power of community and the potential of every person. When joining PPL you become a part of a diverse team whose goal is to assist our residents and communities with the groundwork they need not only to survive but also to thrive.

Job Summary

The Career Services Manager leads the design implementation and oversight of career services programming that supports PPL participants in achieving sustainable employment and career advancement. This role supervises career services staff strengthens employer partnerships ensures highquality service delivery and uses datainformed practices to continuously improve outcomes.

What Youll Do

• Work closely with the Director of Career Services to execute impactful career development programming
• Maintain convene and work in collaboration with post-secondary education institutions and employer partners on program design delivery and implementation of services
• Research job trends and curriculum development opportunities to elevate program design and quality of content
• Facilitate program workshops as needed in support of Career Coaching team

Supervisory Responsibilities

• This position supervises a PPL Employment Training team comprised of a Lead Career Coach and Career Coach(es)
• Recruit hire train and evaluate staff to maintain quality within the program
• Identify individual and program training initiatives to provide professional development opportunities for existing staff
• Complete performance evaluations and provide appropriate coaching and counseling

What You Bring

• Experience with program development management and execution
• Knowledge of employment and training trends and resources community agencies and other programs
• Experience with community programs and resources Adult Basic Education services employment services training programs
• Experience in career development job seeking and job retention skills
• Experience with coaching problem solving and providing crisis intervention
• Valid Minnesota drivers license with a good driving record (consistent with PPLs driving policy)

Education & Experience

• Bachelors Degree in Social Work Education Human Services Management or a related field required AND/OR 3 years work experience in Program Management (preferably in nonprofit but not required) Project Management or related field of work may serve as equivalent to education requirement
• 1-2 years of experience in a supervisory role

Why Youll Love Working at PPL

Competitive Pay

• $55000-$65000 annually depending on qualifications

Comprehensive Benefits

• Health & Dental Insurance
• Employerpaid Short & LongTerm Disability and Life Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• HSA or FSA options
• Generous PTO & Paid Holidays
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Match

WorkLife Balance & Culture

• Summer HalfDay Fridays (Memorial DayLabor Day)
• Missionaligned leadership and collaborative teams
• Work that makes a tangible difference in peoples lives

Hours: Full time Exempt

Project forPride in Living Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act the organization will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.