Workforce Transitions Manager
Community Colleges of Spokane
Location: Spokane CC Main Campus Spokane
Department: SCC Student Success/Career Services
Salary Range: $74,986 - $84,765
Starting salary for this position is: $74,986 (Annually)
Applications will be accepted until 4:00 p.m. PST on 11/05/2026.
About the Workforce Transitions Manager
JOB SUMMARY
Reporting to the Vice President of Student Services, the primary purpose of the WorkForce Transitions Manager is to manage operations of the Spokane Community College (SCC) WorkForce Transitions Office, overseeing the Basic Food & Employment Training (BFET), Opportunity Grant, Worker Retraining, WorkFirst, Veterans Services, Passport to Career, Food Pantry, as well as any additional special grant programs (SEAG/Basic Needs, etc.).
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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Manage day-to-day operations of the Workforce Transitions Departments which include supervision of BFET, Opportunity Grant; Veterans Services; Passport to Careers; Food Pantry; WorkFirst; Worker Retraining; WorkSource Affiliate programs and other grants as assigned. *
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Maintain the Workforce Transitions grants infrastructure, which includes policies and procedures to implement federal and state grant programs and necessary documents to support program functions and accountability, as well as developing forms and processes and monitoring funding allocations. *
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Serve as liaison between SCC and faculty, staff, community members and other partner agencies/organizations. *
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Supervise, train, schedule, evaluate, discipline, and respond to grievances for Professional Exempt, Classified, Part-Time Hourly, and Work Study employees. Adhere to classified contracts and all district rules and regulations ensuring efficient operations. *
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Monitor Workforce Transitions grant budgets, monitor progress of the staff performance and ensure that grant deliverables are achieved. *
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Indicates this is an essential duty
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
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Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution and two years of professional experience coordinating educational programs, projects, or activities; OR An equivalent combination of education and experience demonstrating the competencies required to perform the duties of the position.
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Demonstrated knowledge of planning, implementation, and monitoring of budgets and contracts.
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Demonstrated ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality around federal and state rules (i.e. FERPA) and ethical working practices.
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Successful grant writing, monitoring, and reporting experience.
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Experience building and/or leading teams including supervisory skills that focus on continuous quality improvement.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
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Master's degree or higher from an accredited institution.
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Experience working in higher education with faculty and administration or comparable business setting.
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Knowledge/experience with Temporary Aid to Needy Families (TANF) and the WorkFirst program including experience using eJAS, and DSHS's client tracking software.
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Knowledge of WorkSource services and programs.
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Financial aid literacy within higher education.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
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12 month position
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This position may be overtime eligible.
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Requires local or regional travel.
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Valid motor vehicle operator license is required.
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Criminal background check is required.
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Requires some evening and weekend hours.
Required Application Materials
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Cover letter - addressing your qualifications relevant to the responsibilities of this position.
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Resume.
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References - the names, addresses, and phone numbers of three professional references.
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College transcript(s) if applicable - unofficial/copies of transcripts are acceptable; official transcripts are required upon hire.
To apply, please visit: https://apptrkr.com/9918224
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