WDB NNJ Staff
The WDB NNJ staff are responsible for implementing all Board policies and ensuring that the organization's mission, vision, and strategic priorities are aligned with the needs of the stakeholders. The WDB NNJ Staff work closely with various partners, such as social services organizations, education and training providers, chambers of commerce, industry groups, state and federal agencies, and others. The WDB NNJ staff foster cooperation and coordination among these partners to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of the workforce delivery system.
Executive Director
Beth leads the coordination of workforce development initiatives, fosters partnerships, engages with stakeholders for strategic planning and secures funding to develop and implement effective solutions to address the workforce needs of Morris, Sussex and Warren counties. Responsibilities include oversight of the One-Stop system, managing the budget and ensuring compliance with all regulations.
Director of Operations & Planning
Diane works closely with the board, the executive director, the commissioner’s office, and other stakeholders to ensure alignment of goals, objectives, and performance measures with the federal, state, and local requirements and priorities. She executes the procurement of the career service provider, the One-Stop Operator, and the Youth providers. Diane develops and updates policies based on local area needs. In addition, she oversees the research, analysis, and reporting of labor market information, workforce trends, best practices, monitoring and emerging opportunities.
Director of Finance
Paula provides strategic and operational leadership for all fiscal functions of the Workforce Development Board of Northwest New Jersey, ensuring sound financial management and compliance across federal, state, and local workforce programs. She oversees the budgeting, reporting, and fiscal administration of WIOA, WorkFirst NJ, and other NJDOL-funded initiatives, maintains internal controls and audit readiness, and monitors subrecipient financial performance. Working closely with the Executive Director, NJDOL, the County Treasurer, and partner agencies, Paula supports the effective use of public funds to advance workforce development priorities across Morris, Sussex, and Warren counties.
Associate Director, Business Services
Kimberly engages with area businesses, non-profit organizations, and government entities to support their ability to develop and retain a competitive workforce by identifying skill gaps and extending funding for hiring and training initiatives. She shares her apprenticeship expertise with jobseekers and employers for career pathway opportunities that support advancement and retention which assists in building a successful and thriving workforce.
Contract Compliance & Business Engagement Specialist
Shay engages with area businesses, non-profit organizations, and government entities to support their ability to develop and retain a competitive workforce by identifying skill gaps and extending funding for hiring and training initiatives. She shares her apprenticeship expertise with jobseekers and employers for career pathway opportunities that support advancement and retention which assists in building a successful and thriving workforce.
Executive Assistant
Karen is responsible for managing all board business/governance and is the liaison to the board and internal and external stakeholders. Karen provides high-level administrative support to the executive director, board members and the board chair. She is responsible for managing the board's calendar, preparing, and distributing board materials, and taking minutes of board meetings. She also handles special projects and issues of confidential and sensitive information.
Contact Karen with any questions or concerns regarding board policies, procedures, or meetings, and website inquiries. Karen can also assist you with board nominations, elections, and orientations.
Staff Mailing Address for
Workforce Development Board
Of Northwest New Jersey
PO Box 900
Morris Plains, NJ 07963-0900
Get personalized, one-on-one career support at our tri-county One-Stop Career Center locations.
Morris County 862-397-5600
13 Emery Avenue, Randolph, NJ
Sussex County 973-383-2775
7 Hampton House Rd., Sussex County Mall, Newton, NJ
Warren County 908-329-9190
Warren County Community College,
445 Marshall Street, Phillipsburg, NJ
