Description
The City of Tuscaloosa is looking for a qualified nonprofit organization to design, implement, and manage a seven‑week summer employment and workforce‑readiness program for up to 45 youth (ages 15‑21) residing in designated low‑income zones. The contractor will be responsible for recruiting participants, providing on‑the‑job training, handling payroll at a fixed $13 hourly wage, and delivering supplemental life‑skills workshops while maintaining comprehensive documentation for city oversight.
• Recruit and enroll 45 eligible youths from eight HOPE Initiative Zones, using a standardized application form.
• Conduct work‑based competency assessments at intake, throughout, and upon program completion, with documented signatures.
• Secure and supervise meaningful summer job placements, ensuring compliance with child‑labor laws and providing weekly supervisory meetings.
• Administer payroll, remit taxes, and issue 2024 W‑2 forms by Jan 31 2025.
• Deliver weekly life‑skills and work‑readiness workshops covering resume building, financial literacy, and professional conduct.
• Maintain detailed participant files and submit required reports; city staff will perform site visits and record reviews.