Workforce Solutions Greater Dallas, TX < > President/CEO

Workforce Solutions Greater Dallas (WFSDallas) serves Dallas County and the cities of Dallas, Garland, Grand Prairie, Irving, and Mesquite, in addition to 19 smaller communities with a combined population of 2.6 million residents. Dallas is the ninth-largest city in the United States and the Southwest’s leading business and financial center, offering residents and visitors an unparalleled array of amenities, a central location, and easy accessibility thanks to a robust highway system and two major airports.

Texas boasts a strong economy and job market, and Dallas, the second-largest city, plays a substantial role in contributing to this success. The thriving workforce system here provides services to diverse residents with differing education and skill levels, from basic English speakers to college graduates and older workers. WFSDallas provides services and employment opportunities to communities throughout Dallas County including school districts, and colleges impacting over two million residents. WFSDallas promotes and supports the workforce system for Dallas County and Texas creating a great place to live, by enabling those who want to contribute to the workforce achieve and sustain economic prosperity.

WFSDallas is led by a 29-member Board of Directors as mandated by state and federal law. These volunteers, appointed by the Dallas County Judge and the City of Dallas Mayor, ensure WFSDallas operates responsibly and keeps a clear vision of the overall direction and strategy of the organization. The Board also works closely with the organization’s executive leaders, who manage daily operations. WFSDallas’ President/CEO oversees a team of 30+employees and an annual budget of approximately $180 million. Working under the direction of WFSDallas’ Board of Directors, the President/CEO provides oversight and management for the entire agency, guiding its staff, finances, and the development of its plans, policies, and procedures.

WFSDallas’ Board of Directors is searching for a visionary leader with a proven record of success to guide the organization into its next era. A combination of education and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Generally, this includes a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work related to business administration, finance, human resources, public administration, community and economic development, planning, or a related field. As well as, at least ten years of increasingly responsible leadership experience including five years of managerial experience in leading staff and programs in local government connected workforce solutions. Please note that residency within the organization’s service area is preferred but not required.

The organization is offering a salary range of $122,972 to $207,977 for this position, depending on the selected candidate’s experience and qualifications.

Please apply online: http://www.governmentresource.com/recruitment-employer-resources/open-recruitments/workforce-solutions-greater-dallas-president-ceo

For more information on this position, contact:

Lissa Barker, Senior Vice President LissaBarker@governmentresource.com

817-266-0647