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Worksystems, Inc. is a nonprofit organization serving the City of Portland, Multnomah and Washington Counties whose purpose is to build and invest in a comprehensive workforce development system that supports individual prosperity and business competitiveness. We are a recognized leader in our field and strive to hire and retain top talent. Worksystems, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

Worksystems, Inc. is currently recruiting for a dynamic and enthusiastic person with excellent communication, facilitation and leadership skills to coordinate workforce projects as a member of the Community Investments team.

Senior Project Manager:   Click here for Job Description

The Senior Project Manager will be responsible for the following duties:

  • Implement, manage, and evaluate community contracts program and performance compliance
  • Work proactively and cooperatively with a diverse coalition of education, workforce, economic and community-based organizations and service providers
  • Provide training and technical assistance related to program and performance requirements

     

    This is a limited duration full-time position that will expire in February 2012. Support for this position beyond February 2012 will be contingent on the availability of funding.

    Candidates must have:

  • Bachelors degree in related field preferred, will consider substantial work experience in lieu of degree
  • Five years experience managing contracts for delivery of education, training economic development or social services and activities
  • Understanding of the principles and practices of federally funded programs and/or workforce development systems
  • Experience working collaboratively with community-based, culturally specific organizations
  • Work productively in a fast-paced and ever changing environment
  • Detail oriented – attention to detail, processes and policies

     

    Worksystems, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

    To apply,  you must submit a cover letter, resume w/salary history, and three professional references to: Human Resource Worksystems, Inc. 111 SW 5th Ave, Suite 1150 Portland, OR 97204 or e-mail to hr@worksystems.org. Position open until filled. First review of resumes will be March 19th, 2010.

     

     

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