Workforce Development Coordinator

As KidsPeace continues to grow, we are seeking a Workforce Development Coordinator to support the employee experience and workforce stability at our Orono location.

This position serves as a key point of contact for applicants throughout the employment process, helping guide them from application submission through their first day of training. The coordinator ensures consistent communication, follow-up, and coordination so candidates understand each step and feel supported along the way.

Working closely with Human Resources, hiring managers, and program leadership, this position also supports new employee orientation, training coordination, employee engagement, and retention initiatives for designated programs at the Orono site.

Key Responsibilities

• Guide applicants through the employment process from application submission through their first day of training.
• Maintain regular communication with candidates, providing updates, reminders, and guidance on next steps.
• Coordinate with Human Resources, hiring managers, and leadership to keep the employment process moving forward.
• Identify and help resolve barriers or delays that may prevent candidates from successfully starting employment.
• Coordinate new employee orientation and assist with training schedules and requirements.
• Monitor required training and compliance milestones and ensure appropriate follow-up.
• Support employee engagement, development, and retention initiatives.
• Help identify opportunities to improve the employee experience and workforce stability.

Qualifications

• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Excellent follow-through and attention to detail.
• Ability to build positive relationships and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach.
• Experience in human resources, workforce development, training coordination, employee engagement, or a related field preferred.
• Experience in human services, behavioral health, or education is a plus.