Senior Vice President, Employment Readiness Services

The Los Angeles Brotherhood Crusade is a nonprofit, 501(c)(3) organization founded in 1968 to enrich the lives of youth, seniors, homeless populations, economically disadvantaged families, and under-served individuals in South Los Angeles by providing and facilitating a variety of essential educational services, social services, cultural activities, vocational opportunities and economic empowerment opportunities.

Brotherhood Crusade envisions a South Los Angeles devoid of health disparities, disenfranchisement, and poverty- associated adverse public health conditions. We believe that South Los Angeles can be a safe, thriving, culturally relevant, and inclusive community that provides all residents equitable access to human and social services and continually improves their quality of life. Our mission is to remove and/or help individuals overcome the barriers that deter their pursuit of success in life; effectuate academic and vocational success; provide opportunities for personal, social, and economic growth; promote access to artistic excellence and cultural awareness; increase financial literacy; facilitate opportunities for a better quality of life; and promote health and safety.

Summary

The Senior Vice President, Employment Readiness Services partners with the Senior Vice President, WorkForce Development to ensure that Brotherhood Crusade’s YouthSource Center operates at maximum effectiveness to achieve targeted goals, objectives, and desired outcomes requisite in achieving the mission of Brotherhood Crusade. The incumbent leads the development, implementation and evaluation of programs to help participants find employment. The Senior Vice President, Employment Readiness Services is a member of the Executive Team and provides leadership and direction to Employment Readiness staff, while guiding and ensuring proper implementation of the component program units that serve the needs of South Los Angeles and surrounding areas.

Essential Duties- To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1.      Create programs that help participants find jobs, including training, education, and job search skills.

2.      Implement Employment Readiness programs including establishing goals and identifying training opportunities.

3.      Assess the effectiveness of Employment Readiness programs and make improvements as necessary.

4.      Make recommendations on improving outcomes and, working with the President and Chief Executive Officer to facilitate the improvement of programs based on the comprehensive assessment, existing research and evidence-based practices.

5.      In conjunction with the President and Chief Executive Officer, review and pursue programmatic growth opportunities that align with Brotherhood Crusade’s mission, core values, and meet the needs of the organization’s constituencies.

6.      Develop accountability systems and metrics to measure program performance, inform correction, facilitate continuous improvement, and promote sustainability.

7.      Work collaboratively with program leaders and staff to strengthen their individual and team success through training, coaching, mentoring and professional development.

8.      Under the direction and guidance of the President and Chief Executive Officer, lead, direct, and manage the work of all Employment Readiness staff to ensure program service delivery for all program participants.

9.      In conjunction with the President and Chief Executive Officer and executive staff, identify new program service opportunities that align with Brotherhood Crusade’s mission and serve the needs of the community.

10.  Actively lead and support the President and Chief Executive Officer in securing new and renewing existing program service contracts and funding partner agreements to ensure program growth, viability, and sustainability in order to meet the changing needs of the populations served by Brotherhood Crusade.           

11.  Prepare and present periodic reports on the performance, progress, and impact of Brotherhood Crusade Employment Readiness programs to the President and Chief Executive Officer; ensure that all mandatory contract reporting is completed and submitted on time; and address any program compliance issues in a timely manner.

12.  Ensure that the Employment Readiness programs meet the outcomes and goals established by contract agreements and/or Brotherhood Crusade standards of excellence.

13.  Manage a rigorous and continuous review of Brotherhood Crusade’s Employment Readiness programs (including participant and stakeholder surveys) to enhance effectiveness and efficiencies; make appropriate recommendations for program expansions, consolidations, and discontinuations.

14.  Develop strong performance measures for program accountability and evaluation that are consistent across all programs and adhere to Brotherhood Crusade programmatic and organizational objectives.

15.  Enhance program reporting mechanisms and systems that are data driven, outcome focused, and relevant.

16.  Participate, conduct, and/or supervise the recruitment, selection, evaluation, and development of subordinate staff necessary to carry out Brotherhood Crusade’s mission, programs and objectives; provide guidance and direction to program directors and staff to ensure that progress is being achieved, objectives are being met, and program participants are being served effectively.

17.  Ensure that all Employment Readiness staff understand and are connected to the overall goals and objectives of the department.

18.  Implement a rigorous staff development and training program that focuses on building a team of highly skilled and effective team members who are equipped and empowered to lead and/or contribute to the work of the organization; create an environment that fosters staff feedback, inclusiveness, innovation and open dialogue, while incorporating performance evaluations and growth opportunities.

19.  Provide one-on-one coaching for direct reports and assist them in developing strong management and leadership competencies.

20.  Ensure performance reviews are conducted for all program staff; develop appropriate employee recognition programs including administering salary recommendations and establishing growth opportunities.

21.  Counsel and discipline staff as needed verbally and written as well as implement performance improvement plans.

22.  Develop and manage budgets to maintain the fiscal health of the Brotherhood Crusade Employment Readiness programs; make budget recommendations as needed; ensure the program is managed in a fiscally responsible manner; and bring any irregularities to the President and Chief Executive Officer’s attention immediately.

23.  Stay informed regarding political and social issues that may impact the effectiveness of Brotherhood Crusade’s agenda.

24.  Represent the Brotherhood Crusade, as required, in a way that promotes trust and reflects operational excellence in the social justice, social equity, trauma-responsive youth development and community development arenas.

25.  Work collaboratively and strategically with other members of executive management to build a strong leadership team that embodies the mission and core values of Brotherhood Crusade.

Additional Duties

Other duties and special projects as assigned or needed.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of the direct reports.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Experience

5-8 years of managerial and supervisory experience.          

5-8 years of government, corporate, social services, or social justice experience.

Experience in change management and learning and development.

Bachelor's degree from a four-year university required.

Master's degree preferred. 

Other Qualifications

1. 2-4 years of trauma-responsive youth development and enrichment programs.

2. Principles and practices of social/human services program development and management.

3.Expert knowledge of Employment Readiness programs

4.Principles and practices of community-based transformation, capacity building, implementing, and measuring the effectiveness of intervention programs, governmental operations, and the utilization of project and program management techniques.

5.Principles and practices of effective organizational management including organizational goal setting, monitoring, and prioritization.

6.Knowledge of relevant state and federal laws, rules, and regulations.

7.Knowledge of non-profit financial contract/grant reporting requirements.

8.Strong advocacy and public policy development expertise.

9.Knowledge of budget development and management.

Fund development experience including grant solicitation, application management, and implementation.

10. Ability to work with and command the respect of a variety of stakeholders including program participants, government and corporate officials, community and political leaders, staff, volunteers and the media.

11. Possesses a valid driver's license and state-required auto insurance.

12. Required to travel once a week (less than 25% of the time).

13.Ability to work with minimal supervision.

14.Ability to handle confidential information. 

15.  Participates in, conducts, and sustains performance quality improvement activities according to designated role and responsibilities.

16. Sensitivity to service population’s cultural and socioeconomic characteristics.

17. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

18. Punctual and dependable attendance.

19. Understands Los Angeles Brotherhood Crusade’s basic philosophy and participates fully in carrying out its mission.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

None required.

English Language Skills

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.  Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference.  Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

Computer Skills

1. Must have advanced knowledge proficiency of computer programs in a Windows environment, including Word, Excel, and E-mail.

2. Contact Management systems

3. Database software

4. Internet software

5. Spreadsheet software

6. Word

7. Processing software

8. Presentation software

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands (Amount of Time)

All 1/3 - 2/3

Stand

Walk

Sit

Reach with hands and arms

Talk or hear

Use hands to finger, handle, or feel

All -1/3

Climb or balance (Amount of Time)

Bend, kneel, crouch, or crawl

Carry, push or pull

None

Taste or smell

Lifts Weights or Exerts Force

-1/3

Up to 10 pounds

Up to 25 pounds

None

Up to 50 pounds

Up to 100 pounds

More than 100 pounds

Work Environment

Environmental Conditions

Working near mechanical parts

-1/3

None

Work in high, precarious places

Fumes or airborne particles

Toxic or caustic chemicals

1/3 - 2/3

Outdoor weather conditions

None

Extreme cold (non-weather)

Extreme heat (non-weather)1

Risk of electrical shock

Noise Level

Moderate noise

REQUIRED TRAINING

New Hire Orientation

Harassment Prevention training

Mandated Reporter

VALUES-BASED WORK ENVIRONMENT NOTICE

Brotherhood Crusade provides a values-based work environment for our employees. All individuals are expected to support and promote the work we do: Los Angeles Brotherhood Crusade removes and/or helps individuals overcome the barriers that deter their pursuit of success in life and facilitate opportunities for a better quality of life by effectuating improved health and wellness, facilitating academic success, promoting personal, social & economic growth, providing access to artistic excellence and cultural awareness, increasing financial literacy, and building community agencies and institutions. 

• Why do you want to work for Brotherhood Crusade? What is your connection to the community Brotherhood Crusade serves?
• Please describe a time when you led a complex project with lots of moving pieces and what you did to drive the work.
• Describe a time when you had to analyze and report on a program’s success. How did you measure the program outcomes and track progress? How did these results inform your strategy going forward?
• Please check to confirm that you understand this is an onsite position, Monday-Friday, in South Los Angeles.
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All prospective candidates are encouraged to thoroughly read the job description. Only serious candidates who want to make a difference in the community we serve need apply.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Must possess a valid California Driver's License.

Due to our in-person and in office work with LAUSD, City of LA, County of LA and other work partners that require our team to be vaccinated we require that all potential candidates must be COVID-19 vaccinated with either, Pfizer, Moderna or Johnson & Johnson.

WORKING CONDITIONS WHILE PERFORMING ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND EQUIPMENT USED

The successful candidate will be required to report to and work from the office complex at least five days a week. Offices are traditionally equipped with computers, telephones, desks, chairs, and office machines. Additionally, each office offers an instructional classroom from which orientations and trainings are conducted.

SALARY RANGE:

Benefits and salary will be negotiated based on experience, education, and the needs of the program.

DISCLAIMER

This program is unique in that the successful candidate may be working with individuals who, heretofore, have never been exposed to the subject matter and, as such, may not readily adopt the precepts or methodologies. Moreover, these clients may exhibit stress-related emotions such as tension, frustration, and anger. The successful candidate must understand this phenomenon and possess a psychologically stable profile and a demeanor that minimizes the opportunity that these emotions will escalate to conflict.

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to perform in this job.

BENEFITS

Excellent full benefits package.

SCHEDULE

Must be available to work Monday- Friday from 9:00am – 5:30pm.

There may be occurrences when a work or community event occurs on Saturday and/or Sunday. Your work schedule will be flexed to accommodate this change and you will be notified in advance.