Hiring: Economic Mobility Specialist ($125k)

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Job Title: Economic Mobility Strategist
Organization: Gun Violence Intervention Coordination Center (GVICC)
Position Type: Full-time, Contract (no benefits)
Salary: $125,000+ (annualized)
Location: Philadelphia, PA

Position Summary
The Economic Mobility Strategist will support the development of a workforce development strategy in partnership with the City of Philadelphia Office of Public Safety (OPS). Through this work, the Strategist will hold a dual appointment within the City of Philadelphia, working alongside OPS to enhance workforce development programs and intervention, link interventions with training programs that align with participant goals, and develop partnerships that foster opportunities for gainful employment. The impact of this role is to increase opportunities for career pathways for those most at risk of gun violence.

Responsibilities

• Steward partnerships between GVICC, OPS, and other entities that increase workforce development program impact, including exploring employer partners, challenges to employment, and best practice development
• Develop partnerships aligned with career opportunities for individuals enrolled in violence intervention and reentry programs
• Assist programs in developing tools and resources, assess participant workforce needs, and evaluate lasting impact on economic mobility
• Manage a knowledge library of workforce development models, local workforce development and training programs, and field innovations
• Create a collaborative environment between organizations and partners to address economic mobility and workforce development, including creating knowledge sharing opportunities, assisting with network development, and triaging systemic challenges to economic mobility

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant fields such as social sciences, business administration, public administration, or related fields; Master’s preferred
• 5-7 years of experience in workforce development, human resources, program management, and/or economic mobility
• Experience working across fields and partners to achieve results
• Attention to detail, organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work independently to establish milestones and produce results

GVICC Values

GVICC works to support community organizations and programs impacting gun violence in the city of Philadelphia. GVICC believes that individuals and organizations with direct ties to the community are the foundation for empowering at risk individuals and communities to drive for change. This is incorporated in our recruitment practices. If you feel you have the skills for a position but lack the formal training and education experience listed, please submit a cover letter that includes how you have contributed to addressing gun violence in your community. All candidates will be considered.

To apply

Send cover letter and resume to: in...@gvicc.org by Friday, April 4.