Full-Time

Program Director

Updated on 9/3/2026

Career TEAM

Career TEAM

Workforce development consulting with government software

Compensation Overview

$75k - $90k/yr

Greater Landover, MD, USA

In Person

Bachelor's, Master's, MBA

Category
Business & Strategy (1)
Requirements
  • A bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Three to five years of operational leadership and management experience, with knowledge of Temporary Assistance for Needy Families, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, Noncustodial Parent, and Youth contracts or programs preferred.
  • Strong emotional intelligence and the ability to lead a team with different working styles.
  • The ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while remaining flexible, proactive, resourceful, and efficient, and to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
  • Experience planning and organizing work standards, processes, and references.
  • Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, analytical skills, research skills, and critical-thinking skills.
  • The ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure, complete a high volume of assignments with speed and accuracy, work cooperatively with others, and demonstrate courtesy and professionalism.
  • The ability to maintain confidentiality, handle personnel matters effectively, and handle employee inquiries with sensitivity, tact, and diplomacy.
  • Exceptional time-management skills to meet deadlines and work under pressure.
  • A valid driver's license.
Responsibilities
  • Manage and supervise staff and oversee administration, programs, and the strategic plan.
  • Oversee all aspects of the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, Noncustodial Parent, and Youth programs, including planning, implementation, administration, and evaluation of projects and activities.
  • Ensure programmatic performance and compliance standards are met.
  • Ensure compliance with contract requirements, policies and procedures, and program monitoring requirements.
  • Manage the budget by monitoring expenditure rates, ensuring costs are allowable, driving metrics and performance, supporting and coaching frontline staff, and creating service-delivery plans.
  • Coordinate the planning and implementation of policies and procedures for continuous improvement and customer satisfaction.
  • Assist with recruiting and retaining workforce-development talent.
  • Develop and implement strategies that incorporate performance objectives into employees' daily operations.
  • Plan and implement policies, procedures, and a quality-management model for continuous improvement and customer satisfaction.
  • Complete required documentation and reports accurately and thoroughly.
  • Serve as the primary local contact and contract liaison for the funding source.
  • Lead a team of employees to execute program initiatives while supporting employee growth.
  • Conduct regular coaching sessions and annual performance evaluations for the team.
  • Perform other duties and projects as needed.
Desired Qualifications
  • A master's degree or Master of Business Administration degree.
  • Three to five years of operational leadership and management experience with knowledge of Temporary Assistance for Needy Families, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, Noncustodial Parent, and Youth contracts or programs.
  • Knowledge of the local region and relevant partners.

Career TEAM, LLC provides workforce development services to government and education institutions. It combines high-touch, one-on-one case management and career services with a proprietary software portal called Career EDGE to manage employment and training programs. The Career EDGE platform supports program administration, participant tracking, and service delivery, enabling staff to coordinate services and monitor outcomes for participants. The company differentiates itself by offering an integrated mix of hands-on support and software tailored to public sector and educational clients, backed by a track record of securing government and state grants (over $100 million) and collaborating with partners like ForgeNow to strengthen vocational training. Career TEAM’s goal is to reduce unemployment and poverty by closing the opportunity divide and delivering better employment outcomes through targeted workforce development solutions.

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Headquarters

North Haven, Connecticut

Founded

1996

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Orange County renewed Career TEAM for $4.185 million starting July 2026.
  • NYC's PACE contract reached $5.32 million through September 2028.
  • Carrington College adopted Career Edge in March 2026, expanding education-market reach.

What critics are saying

  • Oregon's Workforce Modernization contract remains unsealed, so negotiations can collapse in 2026.
  • County budgets and state grants dominate revenue, exposing Career TEAM to procurement delays.
  • A single Oregon modernization failure would damage credibility and jeopardize future statewide deals.

What makes Career TEAM unique

  • Career EDGE powers 100% of projects, linking software with services delivery.
  • Career TEAM blends case management, labor exchange, and provider management for governments.
  • Three-decade incumbency since 1996 wins repeat procurement against one-off vendors.

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Benefits

401(k) Company Match

401(k) Retirement Plan

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account

Company News

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Barleh Jessica Issoufou promoted to Vice President & Chief Operating Officer at WorkSource Montgomery. Montgomery County, Maryland, United States, July 2026 - WorkSource Montgomery has promoted Barleh Jessica Issoufou to the position of Vice President & Chief Operating Officer, recognizing her outstanding leadership and contributions to advancing workforce development and economic opportunity across Montgomery County. In her new role, Barleh will oversee the organization's business operations, working closely with leadership and cross-functional teams to strengthen operational excellence, enhance organizational performance, and expand innovative workforce solutions that support employers, job seekers, and the broader regional economy. Prior to this promotion, Barleh served as Deputy Director, Workforce Services at WorkSource Montgomery for over three years. In this capacity, she provided strategic direction and operational leadership for workforce development programs and business engagement initiatives, driving organizational performance through data-driven decision-making, cross-sector partnerships, and innovative employment and talent development strategies. Before joining WorkSource Montgomery, Barleh spent more than four years with Career TEAM LLC, where she most recently served as Regional Director of Operations, overseeing the implementation of strategic business plans and operational delivery for Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) and Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) programs across the East Coast. Simultaneously, she also served as Executive Director, providing strategic, fiscal, and operational leadership for the District of Columbia's TANF Employment Provider program and helping expand employment opportunities for underserved communities. Earlier in her career, Barleh held leadership positions with Community Purchasing Alliance as Regional Director, where she led strategic planning and innovative purchasing initiatives supporting community organizations, and with EDSI as Program Manager, managing large-scale employment and training programs serving thousands of residents annually. She began her professional journey with the New Jersey Department of Labor & Workforce Development as a Claims Examiner, and also gained valuable community development experience through internships with Volunteers of America Delaware Valley and The Center for Family Services, as well as serving as Youth Volunteer Coordinator with the American Red Cross. Barleh holds a Master of Social Work from the University of Pennsylvania, an academic foundation that has complemented her career in workforce development, community engagement, organizational leadership, and public service. With more than fifteen years of experience spanning workforce development, operations management, public sector partnerships, community engagement, and organizational leadership, Barleh is well positioned to help lead WorkSource Montgomery through its next phase of growth and impact. WorkSource Montgomery (WSM) is the primary workforce development organization serving Montgomery County, Maryland, connecting employers, job seekers, educational institutions, and economic development partners to build a highly skilled workforce. Through innovative workforce solutions, strategic partnerships, and employer-focused programs, WSM helps strengthen regional competitiveness while creating meaningful employment opportunities and sustainable economic growth.