Company Description
We help job seekers and career changers prepare for and advance in careers with a focus on sustainable, high-growth, high-demand industries. Our committed and well-trained workforce professionals deliver comprehensive workforce solutions at integrated career centers, sector-focused centers and community, and partner sites.
Job Description
- Develops a wide variety of job opportunities for customers
- Establishes and maintains active and frequent contact with local community organizations and employers
- Develops and maintains detailed knowledge of the local labor market Establishes rapport with area businesses
- Works with businesses to identify job openings, alternative work activities, and training initiatives
- Assists employers in recruiting, interviewing, and hiring qualified applicants that include postings in the system
- Maintains a current listing of local job opportunities
- Keeps project staff apprised of local business needs and job placement opportunities
- Works with case management staff to facilitate job placements
- Performs follow-up of graduates from training, Opportunity Center Readiness, and other related training
- Maintains follow-up contact with employers to determine satisfaction with services and plan for quality improvement
- Conduct information session for continued and active employer engagement
- Refer job seekers to quality matched job vacancies via all systems and other employment sources
- Conduct follow-up with job seekers via phone contact, email, letter and schedule appointments
- Maintain this follow up in all systems, Google Docs, Manage and coordinate on-site recruiting events
- Develop and provide accurate reporting
- Conduct group orientation and workshops for participants and provide a positive introduction to the job search and readiness program
- Maintain an active readily available job ready pool of candidates
- Effectively manage industry sector assignments
- Other related assignments
Qualifications
- Demonstrated customer service skills.
- Familiarity with the communities being served, with knowledge and understanding of local needs and resource
- Demonstrated knowledge of labor market trends
- Demonstrated computer skills, with experience using word processing and spreadsheet software programs
- Must be able to interact cordially and productively with a variety of people
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Must establish and maintain effective working relationships with, and among, all personnel - Must support the mission of the Company
- Must be able to work occasionally long or extended hours, including weekends
- Must maintain the confidentiality of all information housed in the division
- Related Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, or equivalent experience
- Must pass State criminal background check and drug screen
- Must be able to pass DMV check and be insurable through the Company's automotive liability carrier - Must provide own transportation and maintain proper vehicle registration, vehicle inspection and insurance
- Must be able to tolerate frequent periods of high stress, heavy workload and multiple priorities.
- Must be able to hear, see and communicate effectively with participants.
Additional Information
Equus Workforce Solutions is a leading provider of workforce development services in North America. With a dedicated and passionate team, Equus puts the industry's best practices to work by focusing on the development, design, and delivery of demand-driven workforce solutions.
When you join Equus, you can expect extensive learning opportunities and networking programs. But most of all you can expect to make a lasting impact on the lives of o