NOTE: THIS RECRUITMENT IS ONLY OPEN TO INTERNAL WAKE COUNTY EMPLOYEES AND CONTRACTORS. YOU WILL BE REQUIRED TO ENTER YOUR UNIQUE ID FROM YOUR EMPLOYEE ID BADGE ON YOUR APPLICATION TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION.


What You'll Be Doing

Capital Area Workforce Development of Wake County has an immediate opening for a Workforce Development Assistant Administrator as a Reentry Manager of Client Services. The candidate for this position will be a proven leader for reentry in Wake County. This individual will provide leadership and program management to the Wake Reentry Program. Through the Reentry Program, Capital Area Workforce Development staff provides case management, connections to basic services such as food, healthcare and housing, as well as education/training and employment services to justice involved individuals. The Wake Reentry Program coordinates with community, government and faith-based partners that provide wrap-around support to justice involved individuals. The Reentry Manager of Client Services will provide management to the case management, support services and education components of this program including supervision.

This position includes three major aspects:

• Leading a diverse team that provides intake, case management, community referrals, support services and education and training to justice involved individuals
• Working with correctional facilities, housing providers, county departments, community partners and others to create a system of support and opportunities for returning citizens returning to the community
• Monitoring performance, maintaining records, managing budgets and providing regular reports internally and externally

This position will provide coordination among other workforce related reentry programs including NC PROWD (Regional Federal Facility Program), and NCWorks Career Center and others. The Reentry Manager of Client Services will support the Reentry Team members as they develop relationships with community partners and education & training providers to prepare individuals to be a thriving member of the community and secure family-sustaining employment.

The Reentry Manager of Client Services will be part of a reentry management team that will lead reentry services for CAWD. He/she will also be responsible for providing reports, documentation and communication to CAWD, Wake County and other funders. He or she will respond to all requests for additional information and periodic visits. The Manager will be supported by the CAWD management and accountants to complete reports and respond to requests.

About Our Team

Capital Area Workforce Development is a public-private partnership that focuses on economic development by ensuring the local workforce has the skills, training and education to meet the needs of local employers. The board oversees workforce solutions in Chatham, Lee, Johnston, Orange and Wake counties designed to serve businesses and individuals of all ages. We believe in economic development through workforce excellence.

The Basics (Required Education and Experience)

• Associate's degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Human Resources Management or related field
• Four years of experience in public administration or workforce development
• Equivalent education and experience are accepted

• Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.

Beyond the Basics (Preferred Education and Experience)

• At least 5 years of supervisory and program management experience with reentry and the justice system

How Will We Know You're 'The One'?

• Experience in building community support and coordination around programs or issues
• Experience in managing program teams to meet performance goals
• Experience in project coordination, project management and/or grant management
• Proficiency in MS Office products
• Ability to develop procedures for record-keeping, budget monitoring and sustaining program features
• Ability to maintain records accurately and consistently meet deadlines
• Ability to perform normal duties with minimal supervision
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

About This Position

Location: Midtown N Office Park Raleigh, NC 27610

Employment Type: Regular

Work Schedule: 8:30am-5:15pm

Hiring Range: 75,000 - 87,000

Market Range: 0.00 - 0.00

Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.

Posting Closing Date: 7:00 pm on 8/11/2025

What Makes Wake Great

Home to the State Capital, Wake County is one of the fastest growing areas in the nation and the most populous county in the state, with more than 1.1 million residents. The County has received national and international rankings and accolades from publications such as Money, Fortune, and Time magazines as being one of the best places to live, work and play. The central location of the County allows for a short drive to the spectacular mountains or coast. Wake County Government is governed by a seven-member Board of Commissioners, who are elected at-large to serve two-year terms. Wake County Government has a general operating budget of $1.874 billion, employs over 4400 employees, experiences minimal turnover, and is an award-winning leader in wellness and technology initiatives; such as offering employees and covered spouses free access to the Employee Health Center. Wake County Government offers a wide range of training and development opportunities, a stable career in public service with a balance of work and family life, flexible work schedules and a competitive salary and benefits package.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Wake County provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

Background Check Statement

Position may require a background check that may include: criminal, credit, motor vehicle, education, and sexual offender registry or others based on job requirements. Unless required by state law, a record of conviction will not automatically exclude you from consideration for employment. Wake County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Emergency Service Worker Statement

In the event of an emergency, as determined by the County Manager or designee, participation in preparedness and response operations should be expected. Employee may be required to fill a temporary assignment in a role different from standard duties, work hours and/or work location in preparation for, during and after the emergency. Employee may also be required to participate in relevant exercises and regular preparedness training.

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