Senior Manager of Workforce Initiatives

Company Description

A best-in-class city that attracts best-in-class talent, Philadelphia is an incredible place to build a career. From our thriving arts scene and rich history to our culture of passion and grit, there are countless reasons to love living and working here. With a workforce of over 30,000 people, and more than 1,000 different job categories, the City of Philadelphia offers boundless opportunities to make an impact.

As an employer, the City of Philadelphia values inclusion, integrity, innovation, empowerment, and hard work above all else. We offer a vibrant work environment, comprehensive health care and benefits, and the experience you need to grow and excel. If you’re interested in working with a passionate team of people who care about the future of Philadelphia, start here.

What we offer

• Impact - The work you do here matters to millions. 
• Growth - Philadelphia is growing, why not grow with it? 
• Diversity & Inclusion - Find a career in a place where everyone belongs.
• Benefits - We care about your well-being.

Agency Description

The City College for Municipal Development & Workforce Programming (CCME &WP) unit sits within the Office of the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO).

The City College for Municipal Employment (CCME) launched in October 2024 as an investment by the Parker Administration to create economic opportunity and open doors of access to residents seeking sustainable and fulfilling career pathways. The training and education CCME provide prepares Philadelphians to work and serve in a number of critical areas and industries with good paying jobs, health care and retirement benefits. CCME serves as a hub for the City’s investments in workforce development across Philadelphia’s economy and seeks to foster systemic solutions to City and external employers' human capital challenges and strengthen Philadelphia’s workforce development ecosystem.

Job Description

Position Summary
The Senior Manager of Workforce Initiatives plays an essential role as the coordinator and manager of key workforce development program partnerships, and grant management. Building cross-functional collaborations and working connections and pipelines between systems and on behalf of employers, is a key aspect of this work.

A successful candidate for this position is capable of operating effectively in a dynamic, fast paced government department; understands the power of team building internally and with cross sector partners; and has a passion for helping get Philadelphians back to work. Strong attention to bottom line results and metrics is a must.

The Senior Manager supports the development, coordination and oversight of Workforce grants and partnerships that support the desired outcome of economic mobility for all Philadelphia residents and businesses.

• Development of needs analyses that influence the creation of training programs/systems that prepare individuals to meet the workforce needs of our employer partners.
• Coordination and Management of relationships with workforce stakeholders (training providers and employers)
• Coordination and management of workforce grants and related programming
• Contract management and tracking of program outcomes
• Conduct research into the local and regional landscape of emerging sector jobs to help inform business needs with workforce training providers.
• Support and develop systems to ensure consistent, high-quality program management and evaluation.
• Ensure ongoing programmatic excellence. This includes overseeing coordination and implementation of programs, managing timelines and resources to achieve program and organizational goals.
• Cultivate relationships with Workforce Training Partners and related stakeholders
• Provide on-going support to the development of inter-team communication and cohesiveness, sustaining a can-do culture and supporting staff while working seamlessly with the key anchor partners.
• Coordinating and managing partnerships and deliverables with stakeholders and grantees.
• Work collaboratively with the Workforce team to implement short- and long-term goals that will help deliver high quality workforce training and programming for Philadelphia businesses and residents.
• Support the development of new workforce initiatives including workforce programming related to the HOME initiative and other priority workforce opportunities.
• Coordinate and manage partnerships with training providers and any related technical support needed for priority initiatives.
• Proactively communicate and coordinate with partners on priority initiatives.
• Collect and analyze data for ongoing partnerships and programs.
• Support and develop systems to ensure consistent, high-quality program management and quality outcomes.
• Support the compliance of contracted partners.
• Provide support for the strategic initiatives of the workforce team and related workforce partnership projects.
• All other duties as assigned. Minimal night and weekend work may be required. 

Required Competencies, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Workforce development systems, training providers, and employer partnerships.
• Grants management principles, reporting requirements, and compliance processes.
• Program evaluation methods and performance measurement.
• Labor market trends and emerging workforce needs.
• Equity, access, and inclusion principles in workforce development.
• Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Skills in:

• Coordinating partnerships and managing stakeholder relationships.
• Organizing tasks, tracking deliverables, and managing multiple deadlines.
• Communicating clearly and professionally, both orally and in writing.
• Using data and metrics to monitor program performance.
• Working collaboratively in fast-paced, cross-functional environments.

Abilities to:

• Support multiple workforce programs simultaneously with attention to detail.
• Build trust and maintain relationships with diverse partners.
• Identify challenges and propose practical, proactive solutions.
• Adapt to changing priorities and manage time effectively.
• Work independently while contributing to team goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in public administration, education, workforce development, social sciences, or a related field.
• At least three to five years years of experience in workforce development, grants management, partnerships coordination, nonprofit programming, or related work.

We value diverse experiences and are open to flexible qualifications. If you are passionate about this role and meet some of the key criteria, we encourage you to apply.

Additional Information

TO APPLY: Interested candidates must submit a cover letter and resume.

Salary Range: $70,000 - $85,000

Discover the Perks of Being a City of Philadelphia Employee:

• Transportation: City employees get unlimited FREE public transportation all year long through SEPTA’s Key Advantage program. Employees can ride on SEPTA buses, subways, trolleys, and regional rail for their daily commute and more.
• Parental Benefits: The City offers its employees 8 weeks of paid parental leave.
• We offer Comprehensive health coverage for employees and their eligible dependents.
• Our wellness program offers eligibility into the discounted medical plan
• Employees receive paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Generous retirement savings options are available
• Pay off your student loans faster - As a qualifying employer, City of Philadelphia employees are eligible to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. Join the ranks of hundreds of employees who have already benefited from this program and achieved student loan forgiveness.
• Unlock Tuition Discounts and Scholarships - The City of Philadelphia has forged partnerships with over a dozen esteemed colleges and universities in the area, ensuring that our employees have access to a wide range of tuition discounts and scholarships. Experience savings of 10% to 40% on your educational expenses, extending not only to City employees but in some cases, spouse and dependents too!

Join the City of Philadelphia team today and seize these incredible benefits designed to enhance your financial well-being and personal growth!

*The successful candidate must be a city of Philadelphia resident within six months of hire

Effective May 22, 2023, vaccinations are no longer required for new employees that work in non-medical, non-emergency or patient facing positions with the City of Philadelphia. As a result, only employees in positions providing services that are patient-facing medical care (ex: Nurses, doctors, emergency medical personnel), must be fully vaccinated.

The City of Philadelphia is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not permit discrimination based on race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, source of income, familial status, genetic information or domestic or sexual violence victim status. If you believe you were discriminated against, call the Philadelphia Commission on Human Relations at 215-686-4670 or send an email to faqpchr@phila.gov.

For more information, go to: Human Relations Website: http://www.phila.gov/humanrelations/Pages/default.aspx

Client-provided location(s): Philadelphia, PA

Job ID: 40921610-38bc-4eba-90ff-f8cb37128c8c

Employment Type: OTHER

Posted: 2025-12-23T14:21:47