Employer Engagement Specialist (PACE)
Employer Engagement Specialist (PACE)
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$ 51500 - 56500
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Job Description
Lead with Good Purpose
Goodwill Greater New York and Northern New Jersey (GWNYNJ) believes that the power of work and sustainable fashion is how we unlock the good in our communities. For over 100 years we have helped people get jobs stay employed and progress in careers across New York and Northern New Jersey. If youre a nonprofit leader passionate about challenging the status quo loves bringing the right people together to operationalize strategy for the good of others and believes in the power and potential of people we want to hear from you!
Were on the hunt for our next Employment Engagement Specialist This individual is responsible for developing marketing strategies and linkages with potential employers managing employer accounts and maintaining a job bank/job orders for participant placements. As a connector and relationship builder the Employment Engagement Specialist will support job seekers by bringing in the right career opportunities to get them employed.
The Awesome Things Youll Do
- Develops and maintains job bank of active companies for participant placements (particularly in areas of sectoral focus including Healthcare Technology Human Services and Maintenance/Security).
- Analyzes job placements to assess industry/employer/occupational trends and suggests adjustments in employment strategies accordingly.
- Develops strategies and mechanisms for contacting potential employers to establish linkages for placements.
- Assist in the development of Business Advisory Councils.
- Collaborate with Career Navigator team to meet 5 weekly/20 monthly placement goals; secure job orders.
- Performs outreach to current and potential employers within the local community and city-wide to identify and target employment opportunities for clients.
- Establish referral relationships and solicit job orders suitable for participants.
- Establish a network of contacts with potential employers that spans a wide range of sectors and industries for a diverse client base.
- Networks with other Job Developers and Marketing Rep to identify opportunities and project job openings needed for participants.
- Presents weekly performance results to team and works collaboratively with team to meet individual and team placement & retention goals.
- Assists in development and maintenance of professional working relations with partners support organizations and other service providers.
- Provides in-service training in specialized areas of focus to ensure Career Navigators are alerted to skill-sets requested by employers.
Our Must Haves
- Two years post high school education . BA/BS degree preferred.
- Two years related experience in job development sales marketing or fund raising. Customer service experience .
- Knowledge of labor market industries and employer hiring practices. Administration of Job Bank preferred.
- Able to work effectively under pressure and in a team environment.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills necessary.
- Must be organized and detail-oriented.
- Must be flexible and able to respond to the changing needs of the program
- Strong presentation skills
- Proven ability to work with diverse populations
- Highly effective problem-solving and follow up skills
- Ability to focus deadlines and details
- Excellent networking skills
What We Offer
- Proposed hiring range of $51500 to $56500
- Generous Time off policy to use when you need it
- Health wellness and financial resources to help you achieve our personal goals
- Robust health benefits including medical dental vision parental leaves and company sponsored life insurance
- Retirement matching programs and contributions
- Transit and commuter benefits
You bring the Good in Goodwill
We believe in creating space for everyone to do their best work and have individual and collective impact. We believe in challenging the status quo and setting ambitious goals in the name of doing more good. We believe that being your best self and helping others do the same is how we bring our mission alive. Even if you dont think you meet all the qualifications listed for the job we would love to hear from you!
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Required Experience:
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Employment Type
Full Time
