In-School Youth Operations Manager
Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/elpasocountyco/jobs/newprint/5335228)
Apply
?
In-School Youth Operations Manager
Salary
$72,850.00 - $109,330.00 Annually
Location
Colorado Springs, CO
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
2600198
Department
Pikes Peak Workforce Center
Opening Date
05/11/2026
Closing Date
5/24/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA
Exempt
HR Contact Information
Christopher Diaz: ChristopherDiaz2@elpasoco.com
Description
Benefits
Questions
Need more information on completing a job application? See the EPC Application process here (https://admin.elpasoco.com/human-resources/application-information/) .
VISION
El Paso County will be a trusted regional leader known for excellence in county service delivery.
PURPOSE
We provide essential public services to the Pikes Peak Region in support of our residents, businesses, and communities, enhancing the freedom for all to thrive.
VALUES
Service Focused - Collaborative - Accountable - Trustworthy - Transparent
Job Summary
Join a mission that moves the needle for students across the Pikes Peak region.
The Pikes Peak Workforce Center is seeking an In-School Youth Operations Manager to lead one of the region's most impactful career-connected learning initiatives. This is a succession role stepping into a well-established, highly respected position at the intersection of K-12 education, business development, and federal workforce investment - serving students and communities across El Paso and Teller Counties.
In this role, you will:
Lead and support a team of in-school youth staff across program strategy and daily operations
Build and maintain employer partnerships that create meaningful career pathways for K-12 students
Oversee the Work-Based Learning MARKETPLACE platform connecting students to workplace experiences
Represent PPWFC to school districts, industry leaders, the Workforce Development Board, and community partners
Convene regional career advisory councils across high-demand industries
We're looking for a collaborative, mission-driven leader who brings some combination of the following:
Professional or demonstrated experience connecting business and education communities
Background in workforce development, youth programming, or career-connected learning
Comfort presenting to and building relationships with diverse audiences - from students to executives
A genuine passion for creating opportunity for young people, especially those facing barriers to employment
If this work speaks to you - whether you're coming from a school district, a workforce center, a nonprofit, or the private sector - we want to hear from you and learn what you'd bring to this role and this community. APPLY TODAY!
Hiring Range: $82,000.00 - $92,000.00 annually
This is an in-person position and is not eligible for remote work.
This position has an anticipated work schedule of Monday - Friday 8:00AM - 4:30PM;
This role may require occasional attendance at early morning or evening events, based on business needs.
Please be advised this position may close without advance notice, should we receive a sufficient number of qualified applications.
The Pikes Peak Workforce Center (PPWFC) is a dual-county consortium serving both El Paso and Teller Counties. This position is responsible for the quality delivery of in-school youth programs, including strategizing, planning, and implementation to enhance the school district's career and technical education programs and develop unified workplace learning programs, practices, and career exploration. Employment is subject to the terms, conditions, and policies detailed in the Personnel Policies Manual (PPM). This position requires regular in-person presence as an essential job function. This position is subject to grant funding.
Essential Duties/Responsibilities
Directs business and education alliances for in-school youth activities with collaboration of PPWFC Senior Leadership in achieving awareness of career pathways, industry-recognized certifications, higher education attainment, pre-apprenticeship, apprenticeship, and opportunities for young adults after high school.
Manages assigned staff, and provides supervision, guidance, training, and leadership. Conducts performance evaluations and motivates employees to reach peak productivity and performance; participates in the hiring and disciplinary process.
Partners with in-demand industries to convene career pathway advisory councils to assist school districts in achieving the Colorado Department of Education's requirement to help solve labor supply and demand in the region.
In collaboration with the Business Relations Group, collects economic, labor market, and work-based learning data for analysis and reporting to regional school districts.
Leverages work-based learning continuum to create a regional talent pipeline from K-12 School Districts.
Manages design and implementation of the Work-Based Learning MARKETPLACE web platform.
In collaboration with staff, develops and distributes workshops and training content that is delivered to school district staff.
Partners with Program Services to ensure wraparound services are available to young adults and school districts in accordance with federal and state regulations.
Creates culture and programmatic structure that deliver exceptional customer service to in-school youth.
In partnership with the Executive Director and Senior Leadership, represents the organization to public and private community partners and State, and Federal partners in the area of in-school youth.
As needed, directs, develops, and implements fundraising activities.
Convenes twice per year regional career advisory board meetings in the top five industries with highest occupational demand to school districts as requested.
Serves as staff in-school youth manager to the Workforce Development Board and any of their subcommittees.
In partnership with Programs Services Manager, oversees Governor's Summer Job Hunt program.
Delivers presentations, writes articles, and presents information at meetings or conventions to promote services, exchange ideas, and accomplish objectives.
Interprets and explains policies, rules, regulations, and laws to organizations, government or corporate officials, and individuals in relation to career and technical education programs, career pathways, and work-based learning.
Directs or conducts studies or research on issues affecting areas of responsibility.
Makes presentations to legislative or other government committees regarding policies, programs, or budgets.
Attends and participates in meetings of municipal councils or council committees.
Performs other duties as required.
Supervision Exercised: This classification requires supervising and monitoring performance for a regular group of employees or unit(s) including providing input on hiring/disciplinary action and work objectives/ effectiveness, performance evaluations, and realigning work as needed. A first-line or second-line supervisor typically performs these tasks.
Supervision Received: Receives administrative supervision. This classification typically performs job duties and resolves conflict according to their own judgment and initiatives, requesting supervisory assistance only when necessary. Special projects are managed with little oversight, and assignments may be reviewed upon completion. Performance reviewed periodically.
Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and/or Google Cloud Suite.
Achievement in delivering exceptional customer service.
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing and with regard to proper grammar, spelling, and punctuation. Must be comfortable presenting to large and small audience groups, with an emphasis on communication to CEOs, Superintendents, and elected officials.
Ability to establish and maintain positive and cooperative interpersonal relationships with students, educators and school leadership, business partners, co-workers, and leadership to accomplish the department's mission.
High level of interpersonal skills, professionalism, and integrity to handle sensitive and confidential situations and information.
Ability to multitask; seasoned experience with problem-solving and value-adding.
Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
Required Education & Experience
High school diploma or equivalent education.
Four years of related professional experience.
Two years of experience in business-to-business development, business-to-education development, or business relationship development.
Programmatic, educational, or coaching experience working with youth or young adults.
Experience in workforce development programs, such as design, implementation, management, or participation in local, state, or federal programs emphasizing youth and K-12 education.
Preferred Education & Experience
Bachelor's degree with a major in business management, marketing, organizational leadership, organizational design, or related field.
Experience working with youth having barriers to employment.
Licenses/Certificates
Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
Pre-Employment Requirements
Must pass conditional post offer background investigation, motor vehicle record check, and drug screen.
Must be able to clear the Colorado Department of Education background check.
Work Conditions
Duties are primarily performed in an office and remote work environment dependent upon Department discretion and business needs; some travel may be required. Will be required to work evenings and weekends as business needs dictate.
The classification specification above is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities and minimum qualifications; specific job assignments, duties, education, experience, licenses/certifications, and environmental conditions will vary depending on the needs of the department/office and the particular assignment. Changes to this document may only be made by a member of the Human Resources Department.
El Paso County is an E-Verify and Equal Opportunity Employer.
El Paso County adheres to Federal drug screening guidelines and requires a pre-employment drug screen.
