Workforce Developer/Job Placement Specialist

The Workforce Developer/ Job Placement Specialist will have dual roles serving to connect trainees to employment and working with hiring managers. The Workforce Developer/ Job Placement Specialist will remain in contact with the participant for the duration of the training program, monitor participant progress, and take steps to address issues that may influence a trainee’s outcome. The Workforce Developer/ Job Placement Specialist is tasked with establishing relationships with instructional staff (regarding grades, attendance, and overall performance), charting progress, and determining ongoing training needs. Once participants complete soft skills courses and receive certifications for training, the Workforce Developer/ Job Placement Specialist will connect the trainee with employers. The Workforce Developer/ Job Placement Specialist is responsible for creating and maintaining relationships with employers. This position will be responsible for building a rapport with potential and existing business partners, as well as arranging for hiring managers to visit training facilities to display and discuss their company. The Workforce Developer/ Job Placement Specialist will offer workshops, host career days, and invite employers to meet upcoming graduates. The ideal candidate is a creative thinker capable of thinking outside the box to address participant needs.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Create and participate in employment outreach events.
• Advocate for SSF trainees with employers.
• Match and place trainees with employers.
• Conduct and assist with monthly training and job readiness training events.
• Submit monthly and weekly reports.
• Create and implement tracking sheets for caseload.
• Meet with employers and staffing agencies.
• Invite monthly guest speakers.
• Manage craft skills verification and certification process.
• Manage craft training program on-site.
• Work with construction management team to plan training and forecast needs.
• Maintain training and certification records and publish monthly site reports tracking progress.
• Liaison with industry associations and training providers as needed.
• Perform outreach and liaison with education and workforce training partners.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required, associate degree or higher preferred
• Workforce development professional experience preferred.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Excellent interpersonal communication, relationship building, networking, and social skills, ability to connect authentically and build trust with diverse groups of people.
• Experience with facilitation and leading presentations
• Strong organizational ability, including ability to juggle multiple projects, keep things moving, and maintain a high attention to detail.
• Experience with computer technology with proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, and Canva
• Exceptional time management and meeting deadlines
• Able to work efficiently with minimal supervision.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• An understanding of adversities faced by low-income and/or TANF-eligible populations. 
• Team-oriented attitude
• Knowledgeable about employment related issues including but not limited to NCCER, OSHA, AWS, safety certifications, and other construction industry credentials. 

Physical Requirements

• Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods
• Lightwork that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds