Description
Are you searching for a role where your work directly supports job seekers, employers, and community growth?
Position: The Workforce Programs Manager supports Elevate Rapid City’s mission to elevate the region’s economy by connecting people, employers, and opportunities. This position manages Elevate’s workforce programs and initiatives that reduce barriers to employment, help employers attract and retain skilled talent, and expand economic mobility across the Black Hills.
Company: Elevate Rapid City is western South Dakota’s leading regional economic development, community development, and business advocacy organization, elevating the Black Hills region for all through its pillars of economic development, innovation, workforce development & talent attraction, business advocacy & quality growth, and anchor industries.
Exempt, Salaried: $50,000–$58,000
Supportive Policies:
Paid Time Off & Flexibility
- 20 days of vacation
- 12 days of personal leave
- 12 weeks paid parental leave
- All U.S. holidays
- Remote Work days
Robust Health & Wellness Coverage
- 100% employer-paid employee medical premiums
- 60% employer-paid premiums for spouse and dependents
- Dental and vision
- Long-term disability, and $100K employer-paid life & AD&D
- 401(k) with up to 7% total employer contribution
Financial Support & Perks
- Monthly $50 cell phone stipend
- IRS-rate mileage reimbursement for business travel
- Company credit card for business expenses
Primary Scope: Job-Seeker Support, Workforce Programs & Events, Job Board Management, Workforce Mobility Initiatives, Talent Readiness, and Community Engagement
Duties:
- Manage the Elevate Rapid City Job Board and related job-seeker resources to improve access to employment opportunities throughout the region.
- Coordinate and deliver workforce programs and events, including Workforce Engagement Strategies, Workforce Coffee Connections, and other initiatives that connect employers and job seekers.
- Administer economic mobility programs such as CareerLIFT, workforce stipends, and other initiatives that expand access to employment and training.
- Provide data, analysis, and workforce insights to employers and community partners to inform talent attraction, training, and retention strategies.
- Build and maintain partnerships with employers, educators, and community organizations to align workforce needs and opportunities.
- Support initiatives that promote upskilling, reskilling, and long-term talent pipeline development, contributing to economic mobility and workforce stability.
- Track and report key performance metrics to evaluate program outcomes and identify opportunities for improvement.
- Coordinate grant-related activities
- Perform other duties as assigned by leadership.
Requirements
- Associate’s degree in sociology, social work, human resources/services, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- 1-2 years of experience in workforce development, training or community-based program administration and management.
- Excellent organizational and communication skills with the ability to manage multiple projects.
- Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret workforce data.
- Commitment to advancing workforce readiness, supporting business growth, and expanding economic mobility across the region.
Elevate Rapid City is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Instructions: Position opened until filled. To be given full consideration, please submit a cover letter and resume by Sunday, January 4th.
Apply online or submit materials to: Liz Highland, liz.highland@elevaterapidcity.com Subject Workforce Programs Manager application
