Workforce Management Coordinator

Job Title: MiCAL Workforce Management Coordinator Schedule: Full-Time, Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 4:00 pm Wage: $53,000 - $62,000 annually About You The ideal MiCAL Workforce Management Coordinator is analytical, detail-oriented, and thrives in a fast-paced environment where priorities can shift quickly. You enjoy solving complex staffing challenges, using data to drive decisions, and collaborating with leaders to ensure the right resources are in the right place at the right time. You are comfortable working independently while supporting a fully remote, 24/7 crisis contact center operation.

About Us

Common Ground is one of the top-ten crisis intervention organizations in the country. For over 50 years we have been helping people move from crisis to hope. At Common Ground, we help individuals and families who are experiencing crises of any kind, from suicide to substance use, human trafficking, mental illness and more. A Day in the Life As the Workforce Management Coordinator, you will play a critical role in supporting the daily operations of the Michigan Integrated Crisis and Access Line (MiCAL). Your work will help ensure that individuals in crisis can connect with support when they need it most.

• Build and manage staff schedules while monitoring real-time service levels and queue performance.
• Make intra-day staffing adjustments and coordinate coverage for call-offs, PTO, and operational needs.
• Develop staffing forecasts and workload projections to support daily operations and long-term planning.
• Analyze workforce data and trends to improve efficiency and support budgeting, projects, and special initiatives.
• Maintain workforce schedules, calendars, and staffing systems while coordinating trainings and non-contact activities.
• Create and distribute workforce reports and provide guidance to leaders and staff on WFM processes and schedules.
• Troubleshoot workforce management and scheduling system issues while partnering with leadership and vendors on resolutions.
• Support a collaborative, mission-driven environment through effective communication, confidentiality, and special project support.

What You Need to Apply

• Permanent year-round Michigan residency (required)
• Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Previous experience with workforce planning using workforce management software (required)
• Ability to interpret workforce data and apply insights to operational decision-making.
• Experience with NiCE Workforce Management software (highly preferred)
• Experience using forecasting tools and methodologies (highly preferred)
• Familiarity with call center technologies and reporting (preferred)
• Advanced computer skills and proficiency including Microsoft Excel and spreadsheet analysis (required)
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a virtual environment.
• At-home high-speed internet meeting minimum requirements and a private, distraction-free home office (required)

What Makes Us Different

• Mission-driven, nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting individuals in crisis.
• Opportunity to make a direct impact on the delivery of behavioral health services across Michigan.
• Fully remote work environment with a collaborative and supportive leadership team.
• Opportunity to shape and improve workforce planning strategies for a growing statewide program.
• Professional growth and development opportunities.
• A culture that values innovation, teamwork, and mental and behavioral health support for all.

For your hard work

• Generous Paid Time Off
• Employer sponsored benefit and wellness plans (including 16% fringe pay, Calm App, etc.)
• Competitive wages

Our Mission

Helping people in crisis 24/7 is at the heart of everything we do by offering hope, healing and recovery. Our caring and dedicated team meets people wherever they are; in person, call, text, chat, or virtually. We listen, assist, and advocate for anyone needing emotional support so they do not feel alone. Common Ground is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status, among other factors. Find out more at https://commongroundhelps.org Apply To This Job