Talent.com
The WorkPlace
Job DeveloperThe WorkPlace • Bridgeport, CT, United States
Job Developer

Job Developer

The WorkPlace • Bridgeport, CT, United States
2 days ago
Salary
$47,250.00 yearly
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Part-time
  • Temporary
Job description
EOE Statement
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Description

Job Title: Job Developer (Bridgeport, CT)

Department: Operations

Reports To: Program Director

Classification: Non-Exempt

Salary Grade: $47,250-$54,600

Job Summary: We are seeking a Job Developer to develop and nurture strong relationships with employers in the healthcare, retail, hospitality, logistics, transportation, manufacturing, etc, to create valuable employment opportunities for graduates. The WorkPlace Inc., Southwest Connecticut's Workforce Development Board, has a team of Job Developers that generate employment opportunities for job seekers searching for their next role. It requires someone with a background in sales, a keen understanding of goals and metrics, and the ability to connect with people. The ideal candidate will excel in customer service, have strong presentation skills, and be passionate about helping individuals secure employment. This position is responsible for building partnerships that create long-term employment opportunities.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop Employer Relationships: Build and maintain strong, lasting relationships with employers to understand their staffing needs and create employment opportunities.
  • Create Job Opportunities: Work closely with employers to identify and develop job openings suitable to the experience and qualifications of the job seekers we serve.
  • Sales and Outreach: Proactively approach employers, make sales pitches to generate job openings, and create opportunities for job seekers.
  • Metrics and Goal Tracking: Understand performance goals and key metrics to measure success, ensuring that targets related to job placement, employer engagement, and relationship growth are consistently met.
  • Candidate-Employer Matchmaking: Act as an intermediary between employers and job seekers, matching them with suitable job opportunities based on skills, experience, and employer requirements.
  • Collaboration: Work cross-functionally with internal team, including recruitment, career coaching, and marketing job seekers to employers to ensure successful outcomes in alignment with company goals are met.
Qualifications:
  • Relationship-Building: Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain positive relationships with employers and clients.
  • Customer Service: Provide excellent customer service to both employers and job seekers by providing job search and resume assistance to job seekers and supporting employers with filling open positions.
  • Software: Knowledge of either customer relationship management (CRM) or applicant tracking system (ATS) systems.
  • Presentation Skills: Strong presentation skills with the ability to articulate and deliver messages to various audiences, both individually and in group settings.
  • Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage and connect with diverse audiences.
  • Problem-Solving: Ability to identify challenges and provide effective solutions to meet employer and job seeker needs.
  • Organizational Skills: Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple projects and deadlines.
  • Adaptability: Ability to adapt to a fast-paced, continually evolving business and work environment while managing and balancing priorities.
Preferred Qualifications:

Previous experience in recruitment, staffing, or human resources. Familiarity with employment trends, labor markets, and job placement strategies. 3+ years of professional work experience in talent sourcing/workforce development. Bachelor's degree or equivalent from a four-year college. Past experience with the retail sector and/or working with young adults is desirable.

Working Conditions:

This position may require occasional travel to meet with local employers or attend networking events. Ability to work in a fast-paced, target-driven environment with deadlines and performance-based objectives.

Benefits:
  • 401K/Pension
  • Parental leave
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Paid sick time
  • Life Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Disability insurance
  • Paid holidays
  • Hybrid Work Schedule


About Us: The WorkPlace is an organization of ideas, actions, resources, and initiatives - all designed to strengthen the workforce. 'Think it forward' is our corporate culture. Every discipline within our organization is encouraged to innovate and activate as we put ideas into motion for the greater good of the economy and society as a whole. As a not-for-profit organization with state-wide and national workforce development programming, our goals are to ensure that the workforce can acquire the necessary skills to move along a career path and ensure businesses have the talent they need to grow.

Position Requirements

Full-Time/Part-Time
Full-Time

Travel Requirements

Exempt/Non-Exempt
Non-Exempt

Location
WorkPlace - 1000 Lafayette

About the Organization

This position is currently accepting applications.
Create a job alert for this search

Job Developer • Bridgeport, CT, United States

Similar jobs

Remote Web Developer - ERP Staffing Job at WorksHub in Norwalk

WorksHubNorwalk, CT, United States
Remote
Full-time

In order for you to succeed in this role, you will need to be proficient in JavaScript, HTML, CSS, and have solid knowledge and experience in programming applications.Web Developer Responsibilities... Show more

 • Promoted

AI Software Developer

The BoathouseWestport, Connecticut, United States
$25.00 hourly
Full-time
Quick Apply

The Boathouse is an award-winning creative agency with clients including Apple, Netflix, Verizon, SingleCare, Lovesac, Roomba and more.We are hiring an AI Software Developer to:.Build applications ... Show more

In-Home Product Tester – No Fees, No Experience, $25-$45/hr

OCPANew Milford, Connecticut, us
$15.00 hourly
Part-time +1

Product Testers are wanted to work from home nationwide in the US to fulfill upcoming contracts with national and international companies.We guarantee 15-25 hours per week with an hourly pay of bet... Show more

 • Promoted

Software Engineering - Web/Javascript (Northeastern Co-op)

Priceline.com LLCNorwalk, CT, United States
Full-time

Please note: This opportunity is exclusively for Northeastern University students participating in the Co-op Program.Join an agile team of smart and talented professionals dedicated to building the... Show more

 • Promoted

CDL Trainee Entry Level Home Daily, Weekly, or Every 2 weeks

SkillConnect LLCBridgeport, CT, USA
Full-time

Recent CDL-A Grads – Start Your Trucking Career with Paid Training! .CDL Trainee Entry Level Home Daily, Weekly, or Every 2 weeks.Just got your CDL-A, We’ve got the perfect opportunity to launch yo... Show more

 • Promoted

Medical Billing and Coding - Entry Level Training Program

DreamboundNew Milford, Connecticut, United States
Full-time

Note : This is an educational program, not a job.Successful completion of the program does not guarantee employment but will equip you with valuable skills for the healthcare job market.Looking to ... Show more

 • Promoted

EXE New Product Introduction: Project Lead

ASML US, LLCWilton, Connecticut, United States
Full-time

ASML US brings together the most creative minds in science and technology to develop lithography machines that are key to producing faster, cheaper, more energy-efficient microchips.We design, deve... Show more

 • Promoted

Recent CDL-A Grads – Start Your Trucking Career Now

SkillConnect LLCBridgeport, CT, USA
Full-time

Recent CDL-A Grads – Start Your Trucking Career with Paid Training! ????.Just got your CDL-A? We’ve got the perfect opportunity to launch your career!.We’re looking for motivated, safety-minded rec... Show more

 • Promoted

Corporate Analytics Developer

RxBenefitsBridgeport, CT, United States
Full-time

We are seeking a talented Corporate Analytics Developer who is passionate about data and has experience in data analysis and report development.The ideal candidate will possess a combination of ana... Show more

 • Promoted

.Net developer-NORWALK, CT

Georgia IT IncNorwalk, CT, United States
Full-time

Position Type: 6-12 months+ Contract.US Citizen, Green Card, GC EAD, and H1B.NET developers with strong API experience candidates will be migrating and integrating APIs.Must have experience extract... Show more

 • Promoted

Weblogic Administrator

E-ProTrumbull, CT, United States
Full-time +1

E*Pro Consulting service offerings include contingent Staff Augmentation of IT professionals, Permanent Recruiting and Temp-to-Hire.In addition, our industry expertise and knowledge within financia... Show more

 • Promoted

Web Developer / Software Engineering Intern

CahootBridgeport, CT, United States
Full-time

At Cahoot, we are a team of rebels rewriting the rules of fulfillment.Who dream of a better solution to surviving and thriving in the new retail world of ecommerce.We are working tirelessly to imag... Show more

 • Promoted

Workday Integration Developer

Fairfield UniversityFairfield, CT, United States
Full-time

Fairfield University is looking for a.This platform will power the key processes in Human Resources, Finance, and Student integrations.The Workday Integration Developer is a member of the Enterpris... Show more

 • Promoted

Algebra Private Tutoring Jobs Norwalk

SuperprofNorwalk, Connecticut, US
Full-time +1

Superprof is the leading tutoring platform in the USA, connecting passionate individuals with eager learners.We operate in over 41 countries, making education accessible to everyone, everywhere.Sup... Show more

 • Promoted

Software Engineer-PAM Engineer (MULT openings)

SDG, Corp.Norwalk, CT, US
Full-time

Software Engineer-PAM Engineer (MULT openings) SDG, Corp.Norwalk, CT REQ: MS in Comp Appl, Comp Sci or related & 1 year EXP.Duties: Implement & support PAM solutions, config & maintain software Cyb... Show more

 • Promoted

Remote Software Developer $60 - $120/hourpay

Micro1Fort Salonga, New York, US
$60.00 hourly
Remote
Full-time

Real-world expertise is turned into training data, evaluations, and feedback loops that improve how models perform.AI labs and enterprises use micro1 to train models and build reliable AI agents th... Show more

 • Promoted

Online Survey Participant: Work Remote and Earn Up To $25 Per Survey

Earn HausBridgeport, CT, US
Remote
Full-time +1

Looking for people to participate in taking online surveys for Fortune 500 brands.All you need to do is complete online surveys by sharing your opinion.You will help influence brand decisions on se... Show more

 • Promoted

Travel CT Tech - $2,255 to $2,521 per week in Washington, CT

AlliedTravelCareersWashington, CT, US
$2,255.00 weekly
Full-time

AlliedTravelCareers is working with Prime Time Healthcare to find a qualified CT Tech in Washington, Connecticut, 06777!.Now Hiring: Allied Healthcare CT - Washington, NC.Contact us for Pay Informa... Show more

 • Promoted

.Net developer-NORWALK, CT

Staffing the UniverseNorwalk, CT, United States
Full-time

Position Type: 6-12 months+ Contract.US Citizen, Green Card, GC EAD, and H1B.NET developers with strong API experience candidates will be migrating and integrating APIs.Must have experience extract... Show more

 • Promoted

Software Engineer - Full Stack Web Developer

GameChange SolarNorwalk, CT, United States
Full-time

Software Engineer - Full Stack Web Developer.GameChange Solar is one of the fastest growing, most dynamic companies in the rapidly growing solar industry.We have top-quality solar racking and track... Show more