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    Career Transition Manager - San Diego, United States - Wounded Warrior Project

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    Great benefits. Competitive pay. We know these are some of the things people look for in a job.

    But if you're the kind of person who also cares about making an impact and serving our nation's wounded warriors and their families, then you're exactly the kind of person we're looking for. When you join Wounded Warrior Project, you're committing to making a difference. We make a commitment to you too - helping you to find that spark, ignite your passion to serve, and embark on a career with meaning and purpose.

    At Wounded Warrior Project we recognize our mission cannot be accomplished without our talented teammates, which is why we're proud to offer benefits such as:
    • A flexible hybrid work schedule (3 days in office, 2 days' work from home)
    • Full medical, dental and vision coverage for both teammates AND family members
    • Competitive pay and performance incentives
    • A fun, mission focused and collaborative team environment
    A mission that matters is just the beginning, so if you're ready to get started, we're ready for you.
    The Wounded Warrior Project (WWP) Career Transition Manager for the Warriors to Work program leads a team of Warriors to Work Specialists as they provide career transition guidance for warriors to obtain gainful employment and meaningful career opportunities, with the objective of helping wounded service members secure rewarding and successful careers leading to long-term financial security and financial wellness for themselves and their families.

    DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
    • Manage a team of local and remote WWP Career Transition Specialists, mentoring and developing their skills and abilities, and guiding the team's performance to achieve Warriors to Work program goals and objectives and effectively deliver career transition guidance and employment activities for wounded warriors and their families.
    • Oversee career transition services provided to warriors for their career development, i.e., resume and cover letter building, effective interviewing skills, networking, managing expectations, job placement, and career mentoring.
    • Provide support to Career Transition team members as they help warriors translate military skillsets, develop skills, establish a personal brand, and obtain gainful, meaningful employment. Oversee periodic post-job placement check-ins with employers, warriors, and family members providing support as appropriate to help ensure sustained employment.
    • Develop, plan, coordinate, and host employment workshops for warriors, e.g. career guidance, skills development, and employer hiring events.
    • Develop and manage the office/department budget, ensuring proper expense controls and accurate records.
    • Develop business relationships with corporate employers for the Warriors to Work program. Manage corporate relationships to create employment opportunities for WWP alumni and family support members.
    • Develop effective working relationships with local employers to ensure high quality, responsive service delivery. Gain employer support for and participation in the Warriors to Work program.
    • Provide employers with information and education about service-connected injuries and with military skills translation. Facilitate the establishment of best practices for veteran hiring.
    • Establish strong professional relationships with employers, veteran service organizations (VSOs), community organizations, local military installations, and vocational training, certification, and placement organizations. Effectively communicate the WWP mission, vision, values, and the importance of the Warriors to Work program.
    • Develop community support for WWP. Present WWP vision and values to the community, communicating the benefits of WWP programs and services, and inspire them to become involved with and support the WWP vision.
    • Collaborate with teammates across WWP programs to increase alumni and family support members' awareness and understanding of WWP Warriors to Work Financial Wellness programs.
    • Increase enrollment in the Warriors to Work program.
    • Ensure current and accurate data is maintained in the electronic tracking systems, e.g., SalesForce.
    • Collect and report results and performance metrics for Warriors to Work events and activities.
    • Other related duties as assigned.
    KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
    • High energy level. Self-starter; willing to take initiative.
    • Demonstrated success leading, coaching, and mentoring teams. Proven management skills that foster an open dialog with staff. Team-oriented and a desire to engage with others on day-to-day activities.
    • Demonstrated understanding of relationship management and partnering. Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain professional relationships.
    • Exceptional interpersonal skills. Ability to interact effectively with diverse individuals and build effective working relationships.
    • Demonstrated understanding of budget management and fiduciary oversight principles.
    • Demonstrated experience growing and developing outcome-oriented career goals for veterans.
    • Strong networking skills to build working relationships with community leaders including employers, VSOs, military, and vocational and training organizations.
    • Effective organizational and time management skills. Demonstrated ability to effectively manage multiple tasks, assignments, and priorities within deadlines.
    • Demonstrated ability to establish credibility, be decisive, influence others, and influence change.
    • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
    • Strong presentation skills. Confident communicator with demonstrated ability to present information effectively to large audiences, small groups, and individuals.
    • Well-developed critical thinking, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
    • Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office produces, e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
    • Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality.
    • Unequivocal commitment to the highest standards of personal and business ethics and conduct.
    • Mission-driven, guided by core values, and a pleasure to work with.
    EXPERIENCE

    Requirements
    • Five years of business recruitment experience in a corporate environment.
    • Three years of staff management experience.
    Preferences
    • Five years of experience working with or supporting military and/or veteran populations, especially assisting them to find gainful employment.
    • Five years of experience successfully creating and maintaining long-term business partnerships.
    • Three years of business development experience in a nonprofit environment.
    EDUCATION

    Requirements
    • Bachelor's degree. An equivalent combination of applicable education, training, certification, and experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
    Preferences
    • Bachelor's degree in human resources or business management.
    CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSURE

    Requirements
    • Valid state-issued driver's license.
    Preferences
    • None.
    WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS
    • General office environment; temperature controlled.
    • Up to 25% travel.
    We recognize the success of our mission depends on the efforts of our passionate, hard-working teammates. To help teammates remain focused on the warriors and families we serve, WWP offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes; Medical/Prescription drug, Dental, Vision, Life/AD&D, Short-term Disability, Long-term Disability, and an Employee Assistance Program. WWP also offers a 401(k)-retirement plan, a competitive PTO package, Sick Leave, Family Care Leave, Paid Holidays, Birthday Holiday, Education Assistance, and Bereavement Leave.

    For San Diego, California, and Washington State Applicants: The estimated hiring range for this position is between $90,675 - $113,344 annual base salary, subject to a candidate's combination of experience, qualifications, and credentials. This position may also be eligible for an annual performance incentive.

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    Wounded Warrior Project is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, citizenship, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

    Please note:
    Wounded Warrior Project is not seeking assistance or accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms without a written search agreement in place. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Wounded Warrior Project via email, the Internet or directly to hiring managers at Wounded Warrior Project in any form without a valid written search agreement in place will be deemed the sole property of Wounded Warrior Project, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Wounded Warrior Project as a result of the referral or through other means."


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