Employment Engagement Specialist

Employment Engagement Specialist

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

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

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)

Valid Driver's License in good standing and proof of current automobile insurance required

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Starting Annual Salary: $52k - $55k

Office location West Loop

Local - Chicagoland travel required for workforce events.

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 others.

At Equus we are strengthened by diversity. We are committed to providing a work environment in which everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. Equus Workforce Solutions is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, religion, national origin, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or reprisal or any other characteristic protected under state, federal, or local law.