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Director of Sector Strategies

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Type of Position: Regular Full-Time, Exempt

Annual Salary Range: $85,000 - $102,000

Position Summary

The Director of Sector Strategies is responsible for managing PacMtn’s efforts to enhance relationships within the communities of the 5-county region and the businesses we serve, as defined by the Board of Directors, the Business Services Committee, and Chief Executive.

This senior level position is responsible for business engagement and the success of private enterprise as a key success measure for the labor market accessing opportunity and the economic health of the region. As a member of an integrated Executive Leadership Team the Director helps design and implement PacMtn’s strategic vision by managing community and potential funding relationships.

The position supports the mission by initiating and managing PacMtn’s contracted business solutions contactor, working closely with the region’s economic development network; developing strategic relationships, programs, projects, and plans communications and community-based partnerships that increase access to the local workforce system by industry and sectors critical to the region.

This portfolio of primarily external facing activities includes significant work with private industry, economic development professionals, industry associations and entities that represent business. Position may supervise specialty projects, activities, grants and programs.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Strategic Partnership Development

· Utilize sector partnership approach to identify, engage, and cultivate partnerships with key stakeholders including local businesses, educational institutions, government agencies, non-profit organizations, and community leaders

· Implement Thrive Rural Framework to assess community needs, strengths, and opportunitites for economic development.

· Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to develop and execute comprehensive sector strategies that align with community priorities and economic development goals.

Community Engagement and Empowerment

· Facilitate inclusive and participatory processes to involve community members in decision-making and priority setting.

· Organize and lead stakeholder meetings, focus groups, and workshops to gather input, feedback, and insights from diverse perspectives.

· Empower local leaders and organizations to take ownership of economic development initiatives and drive positive change within their communities.

· Researches and understands the vulnerable and disproportionately represented populations in service area; develops strategies around building programs that serve these populations.

· Continually evaluates and works towards securing program funding, accounting for expansion to underserved populations

Capacity Building and Resource Mobilization

· Vendor Management: identify potential vendors and suppliers through market research, networking, and industry contacts; evaluate vendor capabilities, product quality, pricing, and delivery terms to determine the best options for our organization; develop and maintain relationships with key suppliers to ensure timely delivery, resolve issues, and negotiate favorable terms and conditions.

· Sourcing and Procurement: collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand procurement needs and requirements; develop procurement plans, specifications, and sourcing strategies to meet organizational objectives; support the competitive bidding processes, request for proposals, and supplier evaluations to select the most suitable vendors.

· Contract Negotiation and Management: negotiate contracts, pricing agreements, and service level agreements with vendors to optimize cost and mitigate risks; review and analyze contract terms and conditions to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements; monitor contract performance, track deliverables, and resolve and discrepancies or issues that arise during the procurement process.

· Supplier Relationship Management: establish and maintain positive relationships with suppliers based on mutual respect, trust, and collaboration; conduct regular supplier evaluations, performance reviews, and feedback sessions to assess vendor performance and identify areas for improvement; work closely with suppliers to identify opportunities for cost saving, process improvements, and innovation.

· Compliance and Risk Management: ensure compliance with organizational procurement policies, procedures, and ethical standards; stay informed about relevant laws, regulations, and industry trends affecting procurement practices; identify and mitigate procurement risk related to supplier performance, quality issues, delivery delays, and geopolitical factors.

· Provide training, technical assistance, and resources to build the capacity of partner organizations and stakeholders to effectively implement sector strategies.

· Identify funding opportunities, grants, and other resources to support the implementation of sector strategies and community development initiatives; support the development of funding proposals, grant applications, and partnership agreements to secure financial support for programmatic activities.

Monitoring, Evaluation, and Reporting

· Monitor, evaluate, and report performance metrics, indicators, and benchmarks to track progress, outcomes, and impact of sector strategies.

· Implement monitoring and evaluation systems to regularly assess the effectiveness and efficiency of programmatic activities, including the analysis of local labor market and workforce system performance information.

· Prepare and present comprehensive reports, presentations, and dashboards to communicate results, achievements, and lessons learned to internal and external stakeholders.

Leadership

· Supervision- Directs work and provides daily oversight of staff. Position inspires, mentors, provides personnel evaluations, and recommends improvement plans and disciplinary action as appropriate.

· Supports organizational development opportunities. Reviews and develops recommendations for procedural or policy changes affecting operations and projects in area of responsibility. Develops internal processes for the effective and efficient implementation of work.

Preferred Skills and Experience

· Strong relationship building skills

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills

· Ability to successfully manage complex programs and contracts

· Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

· Ability to oversee and communicate with program contractors

· Excellent data analytic application

· Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

· Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, and other technologies and software

· Bachelor's Degree or Five years senior level experience in planning, project management, research or other work directly related to human services, program administration, strategic design, workforce or economic development, private business and/or community development

Core Competencies

1) Relationship Building

2) Contract Management and Implementation

3) Leadership

4) Communication

5) Initiative

Work Environment

Work is typically performed sitting at a computer desk. Workdays and hours are subject to need and availability to ensure operational coverage throughout the work week. However, daily demands may require occasional early arrivals, late departures, extended hours, as well as weekend work.

Physical Demands

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions. As necessary, a physical abilities assessment may be conducted to determine the capabilities of the employee.

· Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

· Must be able to stand for long periods of time, at community events.

· Lift up to 20 pounds.

Travel Required

Travel is primarily local during the business day, with some Saturday and/or Sunday travel throughout the year, although some out-of-area and overnight travel may be expected.

Included in the PacMtn Benefits Package

Employees are covered by medical, dental, vision and life and long-term disability insurance with additional family coverage options available. PacMtn also participates in the PERS Retirement System and offers an Employer Match Program for a Deferred Compensation Plan.

Employees will receive 11 paid holidays, a floating holiday, a community service day every calendar year and starting 12 hours of accrued paid time off for each completed month of service.

EEO Statement

Pacific Mountain Workforce Development provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Diversity Equity and Inclusion Statement

PacMtn is committed to creating and maintaining a workplace in which all employees have an opportunity to participate and contribute to the success of the organization and are valued for their skills, experience, and unique perspectives. PacMtn strives to demonstrate and expects their employees to demonstrate commitment to understand, communicate with and effectively interact with people across a variety of cultures and backgrounds. PacMtn commits to continual learning about vulnerable populations and racial disparities in the communities they serve to successfully delivery culturally responsive, service-oriented practices.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $85,000.00 - $102,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Application Question(s):

• What is your leadership manifesto?

Work Location: In person