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Executive Director – Upper Cumberland Local Workforce Development Board

Location: Upper Cumberland Region, Tennessee

Reports To: Board of Directors

Are you a bold, visionary leader ready to shape the future of workforce development in the Upper Cumberland region? We’re seeking an Executive Director with passion, strategic insight, and operational excellence to drive regional workforce solutions that uplift communities, empower individuals, and fuel economic growth.

The Executive Director is the chief executive officer of the Upper Cumberland Local Workforce Development Board, responsible for providing strategic leadership, overseeing the organization's operations, and ensuring that all programs and services align with the organization's mission and goals. This role involves managing staff, financial planning, policy development, and representing the organization to stakeholders, including the Board of Directors, government agencies, local elected officials and the local workforce development area.

What You’ll Do

Strategic Leadership

Champion and execute bold, forward-thinking strategies that bring stakeholders together under a shared workforce vision.

Stay ahead of workforce trends, labor market shifts, and employers need to inform innovative programming.

Fundraising & Resource Development

Spearhead fundraising and resource development efforts including grant writing and reporting.

Cultivate strong partnerships with donors, foundations, corporations, and public agencies to expand impact.

Oversee strategic financial planning with a focus on sustainability and growth.

Financial Oversight

Collaborate with the Financial Administrator to develop and manage a sound, compliant budget.

Monitor financial performance, ensuring transparency and fiscal responsibility.

Board & Team Leadership

Recruit, mentor, and empower a high-performing staff while fostering a collaborative,

mission-driven culture.

Partner with the Board of Directors to ensure visionary governance, alignment, and

accountability.

Support the Executive Committee and sub-committees through planning, documentation, and engagement.

Policy & Compliance

Develop and implement policies that ensure compliance with federal, state, and local

workforce regulations.

Uphold ethical standards and drive best practices across all operations.

Stakeholder Engagement

Serve as the face of the UCLWDB to elected officials, government agencies, employers, and community organizations.

Build strategic alliances that amplify the board’s mission and regional workforce impact.

Program & Operations Oversight

Lead program development and execution, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and measurable outcomes.

Supervise board staff, manage vendors, and ensure regulatory compliance and program integrity.

Advocacy & Public Relations

Advocate for workforce development at the local, regional, and state level.

Elevate the UCLWDB’s visibility and impact through strategic communication and media outreach.

Crisis Management & Risk Mitigation

Lead with resilience during times of uncertainty; address organizational challenges with clarity and confidence.

Design and implement plans to ensure business continuity and risk management.

Performance Reporting

Provide timely, transparent reporting to the Board, funders, and stakeholders on performance and outcomes.

Use data to inform decisions and demonstrate organizational effectiveness.

What We’re Looking For

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in business, Public Administration, Nonprofit Management, or related field.

Minimum of 5 years in progressive leadership roles in nonprofit, public sector, or workforce development.

Strong strategic planning, financial management, and team leadership capabilities.

Proven success in stakeholder engagement, fundraising, and policy implementation.

Excellent communicator with high integrity, professionalism, and emotional intelligence.

Preferred Qualifications

Deep knowledge of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) and related regulations.

Demonstrated success in grant writing and contract compliance.

Experience with economic development, labor market analysis, or public-private partnerships.

Why Join Us?

The UCLWDB is a powerful catalyst for economic mobility and community growth across the Upper Cumberland region. As Executive Director, you’ll have a rare opportunity to shape the workforce ecosystem, drive equitable access to opportunity, and leave a lasting legacy in one of Tennessee’s most dynamic and collaborative regions.

How to Apply

Submit your resume and cover letter to: UCDirectorSearch@ucworkforce.org

Application Deadline: August 1, 2025

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance

• Employee discount

• Health insurance

• Paid time off

• Retirement plan

• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

• Day shift

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Financial Director – Upper Cumberland Local Workforce Development Board!

Location: Upper Cumberland Region, TN
Organization: Upper Cumberland Local Workforce Development Board (UCLWDB)

Reports to: Executive Director

Are you a detail-driven financial professional with a passion for public service and community impact? Do you thrive in dynamic, collaborative environments where your work directly supports programs that change lives? If so — we want you on our team!

About the Role:

As our Financial Director, you’ll be at the heart of our financial operations, overseeing all fiscal processes that drive workforce initiatives throughout the Upper Cumberland region. From managing grant funds to ensuring fiscal compliance with federal, state, and local regulations — your expertise will help keep critical programs moving forward.

You’ll work alongside dedicated leaders, program staff, and partner agencies to provide timely, accurate financial insights that shape workforce development strategy and community services.

What You’ll Do:

• Oversee all fund management activities using SmartSimple (State of TN software) within specified deadlines.

• Prepare clear, comprehensive financial reports and budgets.

• Maintain meticulous accounting records and documentation maintaining fiscal integrity and accountability to ensure compliance with WIOA, OMB, and State guidelines.

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date accounting records and documentation in the UCLWDB database.

• Oversee procurement processes and work closely with the Director of Compliance to ensure contracts are accurate and timely.

• In coordination with Staff to the Board and the One Stop Operator, assist in operational functions like leases, utilities, and inventory.

• Provide technical assistance to service providers on fiscal requirements.

• Support independent audits for all employment and training programs and swiftly address any findings.

• Collaborate with program leaders to build financial systems that are both compliant and efficient.

• In coordination with the Director of Compliance and Program Analyst conduct financial monitoring of service providers to ensure compliance with fiscal requirements and standards.

• Oversight for supply orders for the American Job Centers and Board offices, ensuring timely and cost-effective procurement.

 Who We’re Looking For:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (required)

• 5+ years of accounting or auditing experience

• Strong organizational and communication skills

• Highly motivated, detail-oriented, and team-minded

• Ability to balance multiple priorities while maintaining fiscal integrity, confidentiality and discretion and meeting deadlines

• Proficiency with technology and financial software

• High level of integrity and professionalism

• Valid TN driver’s license (occasional travel required)

Preferred:

• Experience with WIA/WIOA fiscal procedures

• Grant accounting experience

Why Join UCLWDB?

At UCLWDB, you’ll be part of a mission-driven team working to create opportunity and economic growth across the Upper Cumberland. You’ll enjoy a collaborative, supportive work culture where your expertise makes a visible difference in people’s lives.

Competitive salary. Meaningful work. Room to grow. Community impact.

Ready to Make a Difference?
Submit your résumé and cover letter to administrator@ucworkforce.org.  Join us in shaping the future of workforce development in Tennessee!