Program Director Data Jobs in Coraopolis, PA (NOW HIRING)

Salary:               Commensuratewith experience
Benefits:            TheUniversity offers generous benefits including paid time off (holidays, holydays and vacation), employer matching contributions to the retirement plan, andtuition benefits for employees and their eligible dependents. Learn more andexplore benefits at www.duq.edu/benefits
Location:                    Institute for Disability Empowermentand Advocacy
Position Status:          Full-time                                            
Hours:                        Varied
Position Number:       241295/10-1210            
FLSA Status:              Exempt

POSITION SUMMARY:
The Program Director forWorkforce Development leads the Institute for Disability Empowerment andAdvocacy's efforts to create meaningful, competitive employment opportunitiesfor individuals with disabilities. This position is responsible for developingand sustaining partnerships with employers, training providers, and communityorganizations to build inclusive workforce pipelines. The Director designs andimplements strategies that connect participants with career pathways, supportstheir preparation and placement, and ensures alignment with industry demand.Through collaboration, advocacy, and innovation, the Director advances theInstitute's mission of empowering individuals with disabilities to achieveeconomic independence and long-term career success.

This new position is beingcreated to establish a dedicated workforce development function within theInstitute for Disability Empowerment and Advocacy (IDEA). As IDEA launchesinitiatives focused on inclusion, accessibility, and empowerment, a specializedrole is needed to connect individuals with disabilities to meaningfulemployment and advancement opportunities. The Program Director will buildrelationships with employers, workforce agencies, and community partners tocreate pathways that align participant strengths with market needs. Thisposition ensures IDEA fulfills its mission of fostering economic independenceand workforce inclusion, serving as a catalyst for sustainable partnerships andmeasurable employment outcomes.
DUTIESAND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Program Strategy andDevelopment: Designs, implements, and evaluates workforce development programsthat prepare individuals with disabilities for competitive, integratedemployment. Develops strategies and initiatives aligned with industry demand,accessibility standards, and the Institute's mission.

Employer and CommunityPartnership Building: Cultivates and manages relationships with employers,workforce agencies, vocational rehabilitation services, and communityorganizations. Promotes inclusive hiring practices, identifies job placementopportunities, and collaborates with partners to address workforce barriers.

Participant Support andPlacement: Oversees recruitment, assessment, and job placement of participants.Coordinates career readiness training, coaching, and follow-up support toensure sustainable employment outcomes. Works directly with employers andparticipants to promote successful matches.

Data Management and Reporting:Collects and analyzes data related to program participation, employmentoutcomes, and employer engagement. Prepares reports and evaluation summariesfor internal and external stakeholders to support continuous improvement andfunding efforts.

Collaboration and Outreach:Represents the Institute at regional and national workforce development events,conferences, and employer roundtables. Works with University departments andexternal partners to integrate IDEA's workforce initiatives with broaderinstitutional and community goals.

Performs other relatedresponsibilities or special projects to advance the mission of the Institute.

Completes other duties asassigned.

SUPERVISORYRESPONSIBILITIES:

Guides work of others whoperform the same work. May organize, set priorities, schedule and review work,but has no responsibility to hire, terminate, reviewing performance or make paydecisions, e.g., Lead position.