Butte County   
The Northern Rural Training and Employment Consortium (NoRTEC), is a consortium of eleven Northern California Counties established to address the needs of job seekers and businesses in our region. We believe that a healthy business community creates economic vitality, and we are dedicated to strengthening and supporting area businesses in order to create jobs and encourage economic prosperity.

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  • NoRTEC is Hiring! Executive Director +

    NoRTEC is a regional Workforce Development Board that provides federal Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act programs in eleven Northern California counties. We are currently seeking a full-time Executive Director to lead the organization, a role that offers excellent pay and benefits.

    Ready to lead a large regional workforce development organization? NoRTEC is seeking a visionary Executive Director to serve as our chief executive and strategic leader. In this role you would oversee operations, guide regional partnerships, manage a multimillion-dollar public budget, and ensure compliance with WIOA across 11 Northern California counties and 13 America's Job Centers of California. You would also lead and develop a high-performing team, pursue new funding opportunities, and represent NoRTEC in state and national coalitions.

    We are looking for a collaborative leader with seven or more years of executive-level experience in workforce or economic development, strong financial and grant management skills, and a bachelor's degree (master's preferred). The position follows a hybrid schedule with an emphasis on in-person leadership, so candidates should reside in the North State region or be willing to relocate. Salary is $140,000 to $180,000 DOE, with a comprehensive benefits package. Please click here for full job description.

    To apply, send a cover letter, resume, and a list of professional references to resumes@ncen.org. This position is open until filled. Questions? Contact NoRTEC at (530) 892-9600.

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