Senior Manager, WorkFirst Programs

Job overview

The Senior Manager, WorkFirst Programs position is fully onsite in Seattle, WA, at YWCA’s Opportunity Place. Compensation is $88,000–$91,000 per year. The role supports Community Jobs and Community Works, which help parents receiving TANF build work experience and employment skills toward greater economic stability. The manager provides operational leadership so participants receive responsive services and the programs meet contractual and community commitments. The role oversees staff, service delivery, records, payroll, compliance, budgets, outcomes, and worksite partnerships while improving program systems and practices.

What you'll do

• Lead daily implementation and evaluation of WorkFirst Community Jobs and Community Works
• supervise and develop staff
• oversee participant referrals, records, data quality, payroll, onboarding, billing, contract compliance, budgets, and outcomes
• develop worksite partnerships
• coordinate with funders, community partners, and internal departments
• support monitoring, audits, and continuous improvement.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

workfirst

program leadership

workforce development

tanf services

staff supervision

contract compliance

participant payroll

budget coordination

worksite partnerships

seattle wa

ywca seattle king snohomish

racial equity

$88k–$91k/year

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical insurance, retirement plan, vacation, holiday and sick leave
• eligible employees may participate in the YWCA retirement fund with a 14% employer contribution after typically two years.

Why this role

Leads programs serving parents receiving TANF through supported work experiences, coaching, employment preparation, and community-resource connections.

About the employer

YWCA Seattle King Snohomish is hiring for this role. Industry: Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities. Sector: 62.