Transforming job-seekers into better job candidates and connecting them to the labor market through skill-enhancement, skill verification, and quality referral.
· Conducts searches for suitable job openings for clients, comparing client qualifications with employer's requirements
· Develops a wide variety of job opportunities for candidates
· Establishes and maintains active and frequent contact employers
· Develops and maintains detailed knowledge of the local labor market
· Establishes rapport with area businesses; maintains on-going relationships with businesses
· Works with businesses to identify job openings, alternative work activities, and training initiatives
· Assists employers in recruiting, interviewing, and hiring qualified applicants
· 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
· Enlists cooperation of community and business leaders to help increase awareness of available workforce services in the community
· Maintains follow-up contact with employers to determine satisfaction with services and plan for quality improvement
· Arranges for employers to speak to candidates about employment and employer expectations
· Sets up job fairs and employer hiring events.
Flexible to occasionally work outside of normal business hours for events and/or to meet deadlines
· Other duties as assigned
qualifications/education
*Qualifications*
· Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university or college or 2 years work experience in business to business sales, marketing, customer service, staffing or recruiting
· Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
· Demonstrated strong customer service skills.
Strong presentation skills with public speaking or outside sales experience
· Familiarity with the communities being served, with knowledge and understanding of local needs and resources
· Demonstrated knowledge of labor market trends
· Friendly, professional demeanor
· Sales or staffing experience preferred
· Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) preferred
· Ability to work well in teams and independently
· Proficient in Microsoft Windows and Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
· Ability to work well in teams and independently
· Valid Driver's License in good standing and proof of current automobile insurance required
travel requirements: Frequent
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* Dental insurance
* Health insurance
* Paid time off
Schedule:
* Day shift
* Monday to Friday
Ability to Relocate:
* Indianapolis, IN 46227: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person