Deputy Commissioner, Workforce Development - Albany
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QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree and ten years of relevant experience. *Substitutions: six years of specialized experience or Associate's degree and four years of specialized experience may substitute for bachelor's degree; J.D. or master's degree may substitute for one year of specialized experience; Ph.D. may substitute for two years of specialized experience.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Career experience working with youth, education, business and government; Ability to initiate and maintain relationships across a diverse set of stakeholders.Duties Description STANDARD DUTIES: Reporting to the Executive Deputy Commissioner, the Deputy Commissioner for Workforce Development is responsible for overall operations of the New York State Department of Labor's Workforce Development Division. The role will lead the Division with a high level of attention to detail and a proven ability to work effectively as part of a team. Must be a resourceful problem-solver and possess strong leadership skills to provide customer centric service delivery. A strong ability to drive change while improving efficiencies and process is essential. The position is a member of the Commissioner's Executive Team. The services we provide job seekers and meeting employers talent needs are critical to the mission of the New York State Department of Labor. The incumbent performs, but is not limited to the following duties: Provide leadership to workforce development internal staff and external partners such community colleges/vocational schools, local employers, workforce development agencies, government agencies, and community-based organizations in the development of workforce program services to best serve the State; Develops cooperative working relationships with a broad range of public and private agencies, community-based organizations, labor organizations, school districts, secondary educational institutions, trade organizations, advocacy groups, and non-profit organizations; advances workforce development strategies and objectives by stimulating workforce development and growth within the State; Develop and manage appropriate evaluation and reporting process to determine workforce development program success and effectiveness; and oversee the development of both community and business needs assessments to ensure alignment with business forecast and emerging skills requirements; Ensure that information and knowledge assets are identified and shared across the division to build capacity, support effective use of resources, increase information flow, and inform departments' programming efforts; Identify and evaluate innovative strategies and solutions, experimental designs and practices and successful implementations from a variety of settings (e.g., education, business and industry and not-for profit) to support divisional and help drive continuous improvement across the division; Keep up to date with developments in organizational change, knowledge management, and innovation by reading relevant journals, attending seminars/conferences and attending courses as needed; Maintains up-to-date knowledge of local, state, and federal guidelines and policies governing workforce training programs; budgetary processes and procedures; and contract development and administration; Assists in the preparation, review, and submission of required reports, papers, correspondence, and other documents, ensuring clarity, completeness, accuracy, and conformance with applicable policies.Additional Comments Telecommuting is available and can be discussed during the interview.Candidates with no previous state service will begin at the starting rate of the salary range listed above.If you are a current NYS employee and have questions regarding salary, please contact the Business Services Center (BSC): 518-###-####, ...@ogs.ny.gov.We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: 13 paid holidays, 5 personal days, and a minimum of 13 vacation days per year Paid sick leave (CSEA and PEF employees- 13 days; M/C employees- 8 days plus free enrollment into the Income Protection Program for short-term and long-term disability coverage). Choice of several affordable and competitive health insurance plans Dental and vision insurance plans at no additional cost Membership in the NYS Employee's Retirement System NYS Deferred Compensation Investment Plan Eligibility to apply for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) (full-time employees) Eligibility to apply for tuition reimbursement for qualifying employees and courses Paid Parental LeaveOur mission is to provide outstanding services to our customers-the workers and business that call New York home. We help New Yorkers find careers they will love. We build and support New York's businesses. We empower and protect New York's workers. To learn more about our mission and the exciting work of the DOL, please visit: DOL is committed to fostering employee engagement and work-life balance. We offer telecommuting (up to 40%) and alternative work schedules to eligible employees. Our exciting training and development opportunities, including Coursera and our formal Employee Recognition Program allow us to develop, recognize, and celebrate our workforce.Please note that specific benefits and programs may vary based on negotiating unit, current contract, length of State service, and program area.Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.Name Bonny O'Mara Telephone (518) ###-#### Fax EFax: 518#######@fax.ny.gov Email Address ...@labor.ny.gov AddressStreet New York State Department of Labor Harriman State Campus, Building 12, Room 561 City Albany State NY Zip Code 12226 Notes on Applying All candidates must submit a written resume and cover letter which clearly demonstrates how they meet the minimum qualifications for the position. These documents must be received by November 27, 2024, and submitted via email to ...@labor.ny.gov, or mailed to the NYS Department of Labor, Personnel Bureau, Building 12, Room 561, State Office Campus, Albany, NY 12226. You must include, Vacancy ID #172744, Deputy Commissioner, Workforce Development, in the subject line of your email. Failure to do so may result in a delay of processing your application.Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Department of Labor is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to ensuring equal opportunity for persons with disabilities and workplace diversity.New York State (NYS) is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. NYS Law prohibits discrimination because of age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, domestic violence victim status, carrier status, gender identity or prior conviction records, or prior arrests, youthful offender adjudications or sealed records unless based on a bona fide occupational qualification or other exception.If you are a person with a disability and wish to request that a reasonable accommodation be provided for you to participate in a job interview, please contact: Department of Labor, Attn: Director, Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (ODEI), Building 12, Albany, NY 12226 (Phone (518) ###-#### and/or fax (518) ###-####.)Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor's Office of Employee Relations at (518) ###-#### or via email at ...@oer.ny.gov.