City of Baltimore
Workforce Development Board Liaison - Mayor's Office of Employment Development
City of Baltimore, Baltimore, Maryland, United States, 21201
Workforce Development Board Liaison
This is a non-civil service position. Salary range: $90,000.00 annually. About the City of Baltimore, Mayor's Office of Employment Development: The Mayor's Office of Employment Development (MOED) coordinates and directs workforce development initiatives responsive to the needs of Baltimore City employers and job seekers to enhance and promote the local economy. Our vision is for all City residents to maximize their career potential and all employers to have the human resources to grow and prosper
a workforce system that works. Position overview: The Workforce Development Board (WDB) Liaison serves as the primary staff liaison and strategic advisor to the Baltimore Workforce Development Board (BWDB), working closely with the Board Chair, Executive Director, and Deputy Director/Chief of Staff of the Mayor's Office of Employment Development (MOED). This position leads all efforts related to coordinating and supporting the BWDB's governance, strategic planning, and committee structures, ensuring alignment with federal Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) mandates and local workforce development goals. The Liaison also supports the broader Strategic Initiatives department by guiding collaboration across workforce partners, managing key stakeholder relationships, and leading cross-sector initiatives that strengthen Baltimore's workforce ecosystem. Essential duties and responsibilities: Lead workforce strategy and engagement: Collaborate with the BWDB Chair, MOED's Executive Director, Chief of Staff, and Executive Team to support the Board in shaping and guiding Baltimore's workforce development system. Responsibilities may include strategic planning, resource development, public engagement, and coalition building. Serve as the lead staff liaison to all BWDB committees, including the Executive Committee, Youth Committee, Business Engagement Committee, and Public Policy and Data Committee (Data analysis). Staff and lead all BWDB committee meetings, coordinating agendas, facilitating discussions, and managing deliverables in collaboration with committee chairs. Support the board in setting strategic goals and ensuring alignment with state/federal directives. Track emerging legislation or guidance and advise leadership on implications. Strengthen workforce governance and operations: Support compliance with federal and state requirements for board structure, membership composition, bylaws, and certification. Coordinate board nominations and appointments to maintain required sector representation. Draft and maintain board policies, governance documents, and updates aligned with DOL guidance. Coordinate all board-related communications, meeting logistics, agenda development, minutes, and follow-up actions. Maintain regular records and documentation of committee achievements, strategic plans, goals, and status updates, ensuring transparency, accountability, and alignment with board priorities. Develop and distribute briefs, presentations, and summaries on workforce issues to board members and city leadership. Maintain active engagement of current Board members and lead recruitment efforts to ensure the Board meets federally required composition and sector representation standards for a local workforce development board. Knowledge, skills, and abilities: Strong working knowledge of WIOA requirements and associated U.S. DOL regulations, TEGLs, and Maryland state policies. Comprehensive knowledge of the principles and practices of workforce development, policy issues, and trends. Demonstrated ability to apply the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) to local workforce board operations, including governance structure, performance management, program implementation for youth, adult, and dislocated worker services, and fiscal accountability. Demonstrated understanding of workforce system design, including One-Stop (American Job Center) operations, sector strategies, career pathways, employer engagement, and service alignment among core partners. Strong public speaking and writing skills, including the ability to convey complex information to stakeholders, including the public, elected officials, business leaders, and practitioners. Ability to lead high-level planning efforts, coordinate multi-stakeholder groups, and manage complex operational functions. Familiarity with public administration, nonprofit management, or public-private partnerships. Ability to lead a team to accomplish individual division goals within agency priorities. Strong attention to detail and the ability to adhere to strict deadlines. Ability to work collaboratively with a variety of stakeholders. Knowledge of principles and practices of public and business administration, management, budgeting, fiscal controls, and accounting. Ability to interpret data and develop policies and practices based on the analysis. Experience with strategic plan development and implementation. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with government officials, community organizations, education institutions, and business groups. Experience in federal, state, and local public policy with a concentration in the area of workforce development programs and policies. Ability to interpret current law, pending legislation, and regulations, and when appropriate, advocate for policies that strengthen the workforce system. Experience providing direct service to disadvantaged populations, management experience, working with and influencing volunteer boards for public or private institutions. Required education and experience: At least 5 years of progressive leadership experience in workforce development, government, or nonprofit management. An equivalent combination of education and experience. Financial disclosure: This position is required to complete a financial disclosure pursuant to Sections 7-7, 7-8, and 7-9 of the City Ethics Law. City of Baltimore, Mayor's Office of Employment Development is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Service Provider.
This is a non-civil service position. Salary range: $90,000.00 annually. About the City of Baltimore, Mayor's Office of Employment Development: The Mayor's Office of Employment Development (MOED) coordinates and directs workforce development initiatives responsive to the needs of Baltimore City employers and job seekers to enhance and promote the local economy. Our vision is for all City residents to maximize their career potential and all employers to have the human resources to grow and prosper
a workforce system that works. Position overview: The Workforce Development Board (WDB) Liaison serves as the primary staff liaison and strategic advisor to the Baltimore Workforce Development Board (BWDB), working closely with the Board Chair, Executive Director, and Deputy Director/Chief of Staff of the Mayor's Office of Employment Development (MOED). This position leads all efforts related to coordinating and supporting the BWDB's governance, strategic planning, and committee structures, ensuring alignment with federal Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) mandates and local workforce development goals. The Liaison also supports the broader Strategic Initiatives department by guiding collaboration across workforce partners, managing key stakeholder relationships, and leading cross-sector initiatives that strengthen Baltimore's workforce ecosystem. Essential duties and responsibilities: Lead workforce strategy and engagement: Collaborate with the BWDB Chair, MOED's Executive Director, Chief of Staff, and Executive Team to support the Board in shaping and guiding Baltimore's workforce development system. Responsibilities may include strategic planning, resource development, public engagement, and coalition building. Serve as the lead staff liaison to all BWDB committees, including the Executive Committee, Youth Committee, Business Engagement Committee, and Public Policy and Data Committee (Data analysis). Staff and lead all BWDB committee meetings, coordinating agendas, facilitating discussions, and managing deliverables in collaboration with committee chairs. Support the board in setting strategic goals and ensuring alignment with state/federal directives. Track emerging legislation or guidance and advise leadership on implications. Strengthen workforce governance and operations: Support compliance with federal and state requirements for board structure, membership composition, bylaws, and certification. Coordinate board nominations and appointments to maintain required sector representation. Draft and maintain board policies, governance documents, and updates aligned with DOL guidance. Coordinate all board-related communications, meeting logistics, agenda development, minutes, and follow-up actions. Maintain regular records and documentation of committee achievements, strategic plans, goals, and status updates, ensuring transparency, accountability, and alignment with board priorities. Develop and distribute briefs, presentations, and summaries on workforce issues to board members and city leadership. Maintain active engagement of current Board members and lead recruitment efforts to ensure the Board meets federally required composition and sector representation standards for a local workforce development board. Knowledge, skills, and abilities: Strong working knowledge of WIOA requirements and associated U.S. DOL regulations, TEGLs, and Maryland state policies. Comprehensive knowledge of the principles and practices of workforce development, policy issues, and trends. Demonstrated ability to apply the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) to local workforce board operations, including governance structure, performance management, program implementation for youth, adult, and dislocated worker services, and fiscal accountability. Demonstrated understanding of workforce system design, including One-Stop (American Job Center) operations, sector strategies, career pathways, employer engagement, and service alignment among core partners. Strong public speaking and writing skills, including the ability to convey complex information to stakeholders, including the public, elected officials, business leaders, and practitioners. Ability to lead high-level planning efforts, coordinate multi-stakeholder groups, and manage complex operational functions. Familiarity with public administration, nonprofit management, or public-private partnerships. Ability to lead a team to accomplish individual division goals within agency priorities. Strong attention to detail and the ability to adhere to strict deadlines. Ability to work collaboratively with a variety of stakeholders. Knowledge of principles and practices of public and business administration, management, budgeting, fiscal controls, and accounting. Ability to interpret data and develop policies and practices based on the analysis. Experience with strategic plan development and implementation. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with government officials, community organizations, education institutions, and business groups. Experience in federal, state, and local public policy with a concentration in the area of workforce development programs and policies. Ability to interpret current law, pending legislation, and regulations, and when appropriate, advocate for policies that strengthen the workforce system. Experience providing direct service to disadvantaged populations, management experience, working with and influencing volunteer boards for public or private institutions. Required education and experience: At least 5 years of progressive leadership experience in workforce development, government, or nonprofit management. An equivalent combination of education and experience. Financial disclosure: This position is required to complete a financial disclosure pursuant to Sections 7-7, 7-8, and 7-9 of the City Ethics Law. City of Baltimore, Mayor's Office of Employment Development is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Service Provider.