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Wioa Program Jobs in Arizona (NOW HIRING)

One Stop Manager

Kingman, AZ · On-site

$45K - $50K/yr

About Our Workforce Programs: Eckerd Connects provides Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) services through contracts with the U.S. Department of Labor and local workforce boards ...

About Our Workforce Programs: Eckerd Connects provides Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) services through contracts with the U.S. Department of Labor and local workforce boards ...

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Wioa Program information

What is the WIOA Program?

The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Program is a federal initiative designed to help job seekers access employment, education, training, and support services to succeed in the labor market. The program serves adults, dislocated workers, and youth by providing various resources such as career counseling, job training, resume assistance, and funding for education. WIOA aims to strengthen the workforce, increase employment opportunities, and ensure that businesses have access to skilled workers. Eligible participants can receive individualized support tailored to their career goals and local job market needs.

What is the difference between Wioa Program vs Career Counselor?

AspectWioa ProgramCareer Counselor
CredentialsVaries; often includes state-specific workforce certificationsTypically requires a degree in counseling, psychology, or related field
Work EnvironmentWorkforce development centers, training programs, government officesEducational institutions, career centers, private practices
Employer & Industry UsageGovernment agencies, workforce development boardsEducational institutions, private career services
Primary FocusFunding and supporting workforce training and employment servicesGuiding individuals in career planning and job search

The Wioa Program primarily provides funding and resources for workforce training and employment services, while Career Counselors focus on advising individuals on career paths and job strategies. Both roles are essential in workforce development but serve different functions within the employment ecosystem.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a WIOA Program Coordinator, and why are they important?

To thrive as a WIOA Program Coordinator, you need a solid understanding of workforce development, case management, and program compliance, typically supported by a degree in social work, education, or a related field. Familiarity with workforce management systems, federal reporting tools, and knowledge of WIOA regulations is essential. Strong interpersonal skills, organizational abilities, and problem-solving aptitude help build relationships with participants and partners while managing complex caseloads. These skills are important to ensure effective program delivery, maintain compliance with federal guidelines, and achieve positive employment outcomes for clients.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals working within a WIOA Program, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals working in WIOA Programs often face challenges such as navigating complex eligibility requirements, coordinating with multiple stakeholders, and adapting to frequent policy updates. Staying organized and maintaining clear communication with clients, employers, and partner organizations is essential. Continuous professional development and leveraging available training resources can help staff remain informed about best practices and regulatory changes, ensuring effective service delivery and positive outcomes for participants.
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Infographic showing various Wioa Program job openings in Arizona as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 67% Full Time, and 33% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution.
Program Director, AYD Title 1-B

Program Director, AYD Title 1-B

Yavapai College

Prescott, AZ • On-site

$64K - $84K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 19 days ago


Job description

Salary: $64,875.20 - $84,344.00 Annually
Location : Prescott Campus, Prescott, AZ
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 2026-00160
Department: One Stop Operator WIOA
Opening Date: 06/25/2026
Description of Position
***Please note: This position is funded by a grant and is subject to continued grant funding.***
Reporting to the Vice President of Workforce Development & Health Sciences, the successful candidate will manage the Adult, Youth and Dislocated Workers Program/WIOA Title I-B throughout Yavapai County. Responsibilities include writing and managing funding/grants; overseeing daily operations and supervising the Case Managers and Title I-B staff; marketing the program and direct outreach to the employers and communities who benefit from these services; developing and managing multiple department budgets; and attending administration and training sessions offered by the state. Flexibility, problem-solving and leadership skills required.
Title I-B Program Administration (70%)
• Manage Title I-B programs (Youth, Adult, Dislocated Worker) and One-Stop Operations
• Ensure program compliance with all federal, state and local WIOA legislation
• Coordinate Title I-B services with the Yavapai County Workforce Director
• Align program with Yavapai County Workforce Development Board (YCWDB) goals and participate/attend local YCWDB meetings
• Cooperate with WIOA (Workforce Innovation and Opportunities Act of 2014) core partners (Title II, III, and IV) and employers
• Provide program leadership and supervises case workers and staff responsible for AYD (Adult, Youth and Dislocated Workers) Program services and operations
Budget Coordinator (10%)
• Balance a variable annual budget in excess of one million dollars in federal and state funds across several allocations
• Coordinate and collaborate with the Yavapai County Workforce Director/ Yavapai County Board of Supervisors and the Yavapai College Business Office to facilitate and monitor budget allocations and spending
• Initiate, submit to College Business Office, and approve reimbursement requests and completion reports and reconcile expenditures in the funding application with the organization's accounting records
Title I-B Data Coordination (20%)
• Provide oversight of all Title I-B program (Youth, Adult, Dislocated Worker) client data collection and entry processes to ensure data accuracy
• Analyze program data to inform Title I-B operations, policies and procedures
• Analyze program data to inform progress towards WIOA performance metrics and continuous program improvement
• Compile data for collaboration with core WIOA partners on common performance measures
Minimum Expectations & Requirements
- Master's Degree in a related field from a regionally accredited college or university
- Minimum of 3 years' experience in a business or education leadership position
- Experience writing and managing local, state and/or federal grants
- Experience working with a local or regional business community
- Knowledge of current federal regulations regarding WIOA (the Workforce Innovation and Opportunities Act of 2014) legislation
- Ability to work with diverse client populations and constituencies
- Regular in-person attendance is an essential job function
Preferred Skills & Abilities
- Demonstrated record of excellence and/or innovation in WIOA or core partner environment
- Experience with Arizona WIOA core partner services and employer outreach procedures
- Record of successfully working within a limited and/or variable grant budget
Essential Functions
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
Yavapai College offers its full-time employees a comprehensive benefit package:
HEALTH/LIFE BENEFITS
  • Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance: College's partial payment of premiums toward medical with pharmacy and/or dental plan options picked by employees for themselves (and eligible dependents)
  • Flexible Spending Accounts: Pre-tax pay deductions to use for eligible medical or dependent daycare costs
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Counseling and referral services for employees and their immediate families for depression, stress, family/marital conflict, and alcohol/drug issues
  • Vision: Provides an amount per plan year for eligible expenses such as vision exams, lenses, frames, prescription sunglasses, and contact lenses
  • Life Insurance: The College provides Basic Life Insurance coverage at twice of the employee's annual salary. Dependents have automatic coverage of $2,000/spouse and $1,000/per child if enrolled in medical plan.
  • Voluntary Individual And Family Term Life Insurance: Additional term life insurance coverage available for employee, spouse and children.
  • Other Insurance Coverage: Short Term and Long Term Disability (replacement income insurance), and Workers' Compensation (compensation, medical expenses and death benefits for on-the-job injuries or occupational diseases)

RETIREMENT BENEFITS
  • Retirement Benefits: Arizona State Retirement System or Optional Retirement Plan, and Social Security (which provides a basic retirement annuity based on age and years of contribution)
  • Tax Deferred Annuities: Employees' contributions to designated tax-deferred annuities
  • Unemployment Compensation: Employees who are laid off or terminated may receive benefits in covered wages meet requirements

LEAVE BENEFITS
  • Vacation : 15 days of Vacation leave annually. NOTE: For employees who work an amount of contractual days, there will be no earned vacation.
  • Sick Leave: 12 days sick leave annually. NOTE: Employees working less than full time or an amount of contractual days will receive a proration of sick leave.
  • Personal Leave: Use of up to three personal leave days per year which are charged against accumulated sick leave to take care of items of personal business
  • Other Leave: Bereavement leave, Civic Duty Leave (Jury duty, active military duty, military training), and Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
  • Holidays: 24 days during the year as paid holidays for full-time employees which include Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran's Day, 3 days at Thanksgiving, 10 days at Winter/year-end break, Martin Luther King Day, Spring Break, Memorial Day, and Juneteenth.
OTHER BENEFITS
  • Breaking Bread: 32 meal swipes for use at the Prescott Campus Eatery. All Other Campuses and Sites receive a $140 credit each semester (fall and spring) to be used at the Open Market on campus/center
  • Spanish Interpreter Incentive Program: Employees interested in additional compensation for their Spanish speaking skills agree to assist YC by attending two recruiting events and being available for Spanish Interpretation needs as they arise. Compensation is added to the employee's regular pay at the rate of $175 per month. Employees that are interested in participating let your HR Business Partner know, so they can schedule you for the ACTFL language proficiency test at the YC testing center.
  • Direct Deposit: Paychecks deposited directly into the employee's bank account(s)
  • Tuition Waiver: Eligible Full-time Faculty and Staff, their legally married spouse, and eligible dependents may enroll in a partial or full program of coursework without payment of tuition, exceptions may be lab fees and market-based additional fees
  • Sabbatical: Faculty, professional, and administrative staff may apply for compensated leave of up to a year after six years of continuous service
  • Professional Development Opportunities
  • Additional Benefits and Services: Local community discounts to faculty and staff, computer loan program, mail and notary service.

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