Job Developer

Position Overview:
The Job Developer will support the employment goals of Emergency Assistance (EA) shelter residents by cultivating employer partnerships preparing participants for workforce entry and facilitating job placement and retention. This position is funded through the EA Shelter Supplemental Grant and focuses on connecting sheltered migrants and other eligible residents with employment opportunities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct individualized assessments of job seekers skills work history and employment readiness ensuring participants are prepared for job placement and other opportunities.

• Develop and maintain strong ongoing relationships with employers particularly in sectors aligned with regional labor market demand.

• Organize and coordinate sectorspecific hiring events and onthespot interviews.

• Collaborate with Career Center staff including Talent Development Specialists to tailor Employment Plans and Career Pathways for each participant.

• Ensure all job seekers are registered in the state system and receive customized labor market information (LMI).

• Actively match job seekers to appropriate employment opportunities with sensitivity to those with criminal backgrounds or other barriers.

• Provide pre and postplacement support including resume preparation interview coaching and followup to ensure retention.

• Coordinate wraparound services including referrals for transportation workrelated supplies and support agencies (e.g. clothing childcare).

• Track and document all case activity in MOSES and/or applicable systems.

• Maintain communication with employers and job seekers throughout the recruiting process to ensure a seamless hiring experience.

• Report hiring outcomes and assist with meeting program benchmarks (e.g. 50% placement and 80% retention goals).

• Perform outreach to expand employer engagement and identify new job opportunities aligned with EA participant skill sets.

• Other duties as assigned related to employment services and grant objectives.

Qualifications :

• Associates or Bachelors degree in Human Services Business or related field preferred.

• Minimum 2 years of experience in workforce development job placement or employer engagement.

• Demonstrated ability to work with individuals with barriers to employment including language and cultural differences.

• Strong interpersonal organizational and communication skills.

• Bilingual proficiency especially in Haitian Creole is strongly preferred.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and comfort with case management systems.

• Knowledge of local labor market trends and employer needs.

• Commitment to equitable and culturally responsive service delivery.

Additional Information :

Compensation: $25$26 per hour based on experience

GrantFunded Term: Position is funded through the a special grant and will run through December 30 2025.

Equus Workforce Solutions is a leading provider of workforce development services in North America. With a dedicated and passionate team Equus puts the industrys best practices to work by focusing on the development design and delivery of demanddriven 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.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Fulltime