GENERAL DESCRIPTIONThe Operations Manager recruits, hires, trains, and supervises staff for assigned vocational trade training programs and coordinates staff training to consistently offer quality training and placement activities, and to achieve performance criteria set by HBI and funding agencies or organizations. Uses independent judgment in travel schedules and daily work activities. Handles confidential information and travels as required.ABOUT HBIHBI has been training and educating America’s home construction workforce for more than 40 years. Our proven business model has helped countless individuals create long-term career opportunities. Over the years, we have continued to build our program offerings and expand our footprint in the construction industry. From innovative initiatives to creative partnerships, we remain committed to building careers and changing lives.Our programs teach highly sought after technical construction trades and entrepreneurship to youth aged 16-24 in our nationally recognized Job Corps programs, on military installations, our Build Strong Academies, and at programs for justice involved adults and youth in correctional facilities. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES Talent ManagementRecruits, trains and supervises Instructors, Recruiters, RPCs, RCDCsEvaluates job performance and completes performance evaluations for staff.Handles all personnel matters in a discreet and confidential manner, consulting with the Associate Vice President before any disciplinary action is taken with any HBI employee.Assumes responsibility in promoting teamwork and coordinating WTE training and placement activities among various HBI departments and individual employees. Program ManagementPrepares and manages overall vocational training activities of assigned programs, including operational budgets, staffing, security and reporting for each center.Evaluates the performance of training programs and ensures that they meet key performance indicators as established by HBI and private/public funding agencies or organizations.Coordinates new employee paperwork, orientation, and training with the national office departments.Manages the flow of all student enrollment and placement paperwork with data processing and ensures the accuracy of reports generated.Identifies all needs of the WTE programs assigned and communicates those needs to the Associate Vice President for consideration.Ensures compliance with forces all HBI and contractual established policies and procedures that apply to staff. Development and EngagementActs as an ambassador for HBI and promotes the growth of assigned programsCollaborates with marketing and development staff to support program expansion.Acts as a liaison between HBI and funding agencies and partners.Responds to funding agency questions/concerns at a local level, to the extent possible, and communicates these concerns to the Associate Vice President.Monitors and evaluates approved projects designed by the funding agency or program partners. WORKING RELATIONSHIPSInternal: HBI Executive Team, HBI Board of Trustees, and staff at all levels External: Community partners, vendors, contractors and system(s) end usersREQUIRED QUALIFICATIONSEducation: Bachelors’ degree in a related field or an equivalent combination of skills, training, and experience. or an equivalent combination of training, skills and experience. Experience/Skills:Five (5) years management experience, including, recruiting/hiring, training, and coaching a large staff. Must possess a current valid state drivers’ license.Preferred QualificationsThree (3) years program management experience, including budget oversight, goal setting, compliance/reporting and improving operational effectivenessKnowledge in execution of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) programing and compliance.Ability to conduct multisite (remote and onsite) managerial duties, including but not limited to crisis management, safety assessments and evaluation of skills trainingDemonstrated ability to motivate and direct diverse individuals and groups of people.Demonstrated ability to communicate, through a variety of media, with a wide range of government, industry, union, and other groups and individuals.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Excellent interpersonal relationship development and management skillsExcellent conflict management and resolution skills.Proven experience in budget preparation and expenditure monitoring and control.Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office and databases.WORKING CONDITIONS:Usual office-type working conditions; routine physical conditions include walking, carrying, standing, hearing/listening, and sitting; travel (35%) anticipated.STATUS: ExemptLOCATION: OnsiteHBI offers a competitive salary and benefits program. HBI is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected characteristic as established by federal, state, or local law.PI255597534 Apply
