Workforce Development Analyst II

A Workforce Development Analyst is responsible to the Deputy Director, Workforce Development Department, Workforce Development Manager or designee. Range 1 is the Assistant level, Range 2 is the journey level traditionally called Specialist and Range 3 is the advanced or Coordinator level.

Under general direction, the Workforce Development Analyst class gathers and analyzes data for the development of planning documents, proposal requests, contract development, and program monitoring; assists with development and implementation of funding for community organizations which provide job training, community services, and skill development programs; provides technical assistance to program providers; monitors and evaluates job training programs; and does related work as required.

This is a deep class in which incumbents may be assigned to any of the three ranges to perform planning, policy and analytical work, provided that they have been determined to possess the required level of competence as determined in accordance with the Alternative Range Criteria, which is attached to and made part of this Specification.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES

The following duties are standard for these positions. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other related duties may be assigned.

All Levels:

• Effectively use computer software, general applications and software specifically to perform work;
• Prepare policies and procedures, program directives, and develop project management matrixes and tools;
• Assess information submitted by subgrantees, partners, and applicant agencies;
• Contact grant recipients and provide information on administrative and operating requirements;
• Visit program sites to gather information for monitoring and evaluation functions;
• Discuss and resolve problems with program operators;
• Prepare a variety of reports regarding planning processes, proposal development, contract development and program evaluation;
• Attend meetings concerned with SETA operations and requirements;
• Collect and analyze demographic data for the development of planning documents, proposals, contracts, and program evaluation;
• Assess and prioritize needs according to plans and guidelines.

In addition to the above:

Workforce Development Analyst (Range 2)

• Provide technical assistance to potential program providers;
• Provide information on contracting procedures and funding requirements.
• Conduct workshops for providers;
• Contact grant recipients and provide information on administrative requirements and operating regulations;
• Input, access and analyze data using a computer;
• May assist in developing and recommending improvement for programs based on data collected, performance metrics, and enhancements to productivity;
• May provide research support to stay current on state rules, regulations, laws and policies;
• Conduct research and draft language for a variety of written documents including training manuals, proposals, Request for Proposals, plans and plan modifications, board items, and contract documents.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

All Ranges:

Knowledge of:

• Basic knowledge of workforce development programs, functions, and procedures;
• SETA funded workforce development programs, functions, and procedures;
• Program planning, evaluation and monitoring;
• Job training needs and requirements of the low-income community;
• Local community, social, financial and employment resources.
• Procurement and evaluation of programs and services, such as workforce development, community or human services;
• Planning and project management;
• Rules and regulations affecting the funding, administration and operation of grants;
• Community organizations, educational institutions, training providers, and government programs assisting low-income and unemployed individuals.

In addition to the above:

Workforce Development Analyst (Range 2)

Ability to:

• Assist with SETA long range planning efforts;
• Assist with contract development, program monitoring, and program evaluation functions;
• Develop and prepare a variety of reports.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

Any combination of training and experience which would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain these knowledge and abilities would be:

Advanced educational training in sociology, psychology, business administration, economics or other social science or some background in working with workforce development programs

AND

two (2) years of increasingly responsible work experience in planning, policy, and analytical or related work.