ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW: At Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Washington, your knowledge and service in areas such as immigrants and refugees, mental health, social work, employment, and adult education, legal and financial services, health care, food assistance, shelter and housing, developmental disabilities and prison outreach can make a profound difference in the lives of many. Through more than 50 programs across the district and five surrounding counties, Catholic Charities is opening doors to help and hope. At CCADW, we continue to build an inclusive culture that celebrates a diverse workforce. We offer so much more than just a job. We offer careers. We take pride in our “promote from within” culture. We offer professional development, a comprehensive benefits package, a hybrid work model with both remote and in-office work, and a passion for building and motivating world-class, high-performing teams. Explore your career opportunity with Catholic Charities. Join us in Inspiring Hope and Building Futures.

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Washington values the safety of our employees, our clients, and our visitors. In support of these values, if you are selected for this job, you must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, except when vaccination is not medically advised or violates your sincerely held religious beliefs. If you are invited to join our team, you must submit proof that you are up to date with your COVID vaccinations, including the booster dose or you must request an exemption from your representative. New employees must either provide proof of vaccination or be granted a medical or religious exemption before working with Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Washington.

JOB SUMMARY: The Director of Employment & Ability One Contracts provides leadership for the Employment & Ability One Contracts Program, ensuring that the program and services are in accord with best practice standards, contract and grant requirements, and Agency practices and procedures. The Director is accountable for the program’s fiscal, operational,administrative, personnel, development, and quality activities. The position participates in strategic planning and development of services and monitors performance goals against the plan.

Supervisory Responsibility: Provides administrative supervision of 14 FTEs and functional supervision of 31 Ability-One Staff.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Direct and oversee the operations and administrative functions of the Employment & Ability One Contracts program mailroom, administration, and custodial services - in support of overall program goals and objectives.
• Develop and implement strategies to effectively achieve program goals and objectives; and ensure compliance with Ability One/Source America, Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), and Department of Labor (DOL) governing policies.
• Manage the Source America employment ratios for Ability One compliance and monitor the accuracy and evaluation of time studies for DOL compliance.
• Provide leadership and direction to all program personnel; supervise program manager; oversee supervision of staff, which includes recruiting, staffing, hiring, performance evaluation, employee discipline, training, and professional development; set standards for and monitor customer service performance of staff; conduct regular staff meetings; communicate policies and procedures, and facilitate team dynamics.
• Foster strong collaboration with key stakeholders to ensure that the program strategy is in accord with the Agency’s overall strategy and goals.
• Develop program operating budget and provide fiscal direction to the program.
• Facilitate the preparation and submission of contracts, grant applications, and contract invoices.
• Oversee annual audits of the Department of Labor and Source America.

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, contract management, or related field, advanced degree preferred.
• 8 years ‘experience in Federal contracts, grant monitoring, and program management; experience in managing Ability One contracts, preferred.
• 3 years of supervisory experience including experience managing individuals with disability.

SKILLS and COMPETENCIES:

• Knowledge of management principles and practices and Knowledge of budgeting, inventory, and fiscal management principles.
• Skill in the use of computers, preferably in a PC, Windows-based operating environment and ability to communicate effectively in written and oral form