Description :
Workforce Development Program Manager - Section Chief, Immigrant Integration
Division of Employment & Training - Madison
Job Announcement Code: 08-02979
Deadline: Tuesday October 21st, 2008 at 4:30 p.m.
Salary Information: Starting salary is between $52,736 and $62,640 per year, depending on qualifications. Excellent benefits package. A two year career executive trial period is required. (Note for current state employees: This position is in pay schedule 81, range 02. Pay and benefits upon appointment for current or former state employees may vary according to the applicable pay transaction provisions of the Compensation Plan, Wisconsin Administrative Code and/or collective bargaining agreement.)
Introduction: This position is with the Department of Workforce Development (DWD), Division of Employment & Training, Bureau of Migrant, Refugee and Labor Services. This position provides supervision and direction to staff and programs within the Immigrant Integration Section.
T his position administers approximately $5 M in funding issued to local agencies across the state through grants for the provision of refugee-related services. The position is responsible for overseeing the allocation of funds, issuance of grants and monitoring of outcomes as well as program policy development and analysis, design and implementation, and ongoing administration of services. The position is also responsible for seeking available grant funds for refugee and immigrant services, including the development and submittal of proposals/plans for federal, state and private funds, and the position represents the division in matters concerning administrative rules and proposed legislation related to refugee and immigrant services. The position also develops and implements services for immigrant populations as funding is identified.
The Immigrant Integration Section develops and implements cash, medical, employment and social services under the Refugee Assistance Program and develops and implements public assistance services, public health assistance services and adult education services for refugees provided by various units of government. This position is also responsible for inter-and intra-departmental coordination of services (including Wisconsin Works and Medical Assistance programs), consultation on federal policy and legislation, promotion of the development of appropriate local services, and supervision of program staff.
Special Notes: This position requires weekly travel primarily within the state of Wisconsin, including some occasional overnight stays. Candidate must possess valid Wisconsin drivers' license or otherwise be able to perform travel-related duties.
Job Duties: Direct and oversee the development of Refugee Program policies. Supervise approximately 9 professional staff. Represent the refugee assistance and economic development programs to Department/Division/Bureau administrative staff and a variety of provider agencies, advocacy and citizen groups. Supervise the development of budget proposals, statutory language, administrative rules and position papers in the areas of services to refugees and immigrants. Implement refugee and economic development grants. A complete [link removed] position description is available.
Knowledge Required:
Knowledge of:
? effective management techniques
? supervisory techniques, staff motivation and direction
? methods of workload planning
? effective program and financial monitoring techniques
? state, county and private organizations and administration
? federal and state statutes, regulations and administrative rules/codes pertaining to the refugee assistance program
? contracts/grants, budgeting and fiscal management and oversight process and procedures
? grant writing procedures
? Knowledge, understanding and sensitivity to the needs of diverse client populations in the effective delivery of refugee services
Skill in:
? problem-solving, conflict resolution, negotiation and mediation
Ability to:
? effectively interact with complex government administration, individuals and groups
? write and speak clearly and effectively.
? lead a team member utilizing team resources as appropriate
? provide consultation and technical assistance on refugee assistance programs
? travel within the state in order to attend meetings and perform duties of the job
How to Apply: You must complete the materials in an application/examination packet in order to be considered for this position.
The application/examination packet is available at this link: [link removed] WDPM Section Chief exam packet.
OR you may call 608.267.9163 to have these materials sent to you (for TDD call 608.267.0477). If using the DWD Request Line or TDD, please have the complete job title and Job Announcement Code available when you call.
DO NOT submit a r?sum? in lieu of the required application materials, unless you are a current classified state employee with Career Executive status. For candidates who currently have Career Executive status, or reinstatement eligibility to such, please submit a current r?sum? and cover letter to Shelley Ringelstetter:
By U.S. mail to: DWD/HRS; P.O. Box 7946; Rm. A400; Madison, WI 53707-7946
By Fax to: (608) 261-0707
By E-mail to: [link removed] [email removed]
Completed application materials must be received by 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday October 21st, 2008. Incomplete application materials will not be considered. Application materials will be evaluated and the more qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process.
Contact Information: For more information contact Shelley Ringelstetter at 608-266-1810 or [link removed] [email removed]