Jim Yates, Vice Executive Chairman II

Jim Yates, Vice Executive Chairman II
As Assistant Director and Program Manager, Jim Yates supervised, provided leadership, and coordinated the development of the Georgia Department of Labor’s state-wide youth programs. Mr. Yates facilitated and provided technical assistance and guidance regarding state and federal employment training policies and rules, for the Departments Youth and School-to-Work programs. He designed and conducted surveys focusing on training needs assessment and program evaluation for external customers and staff. He designed and conducted workshops on internal skills, customer services, conflict management, and self-directed teams. Mr. Yates also assisted with the planning and organizing of local, regional, and statewide conferences for the Georgia Department of Labor and planned, designed, and implemented a wide variety of training programs for all GLC employees.