Business Consultant (Regional Recruiter) - Upstate/Spartanburg

About the role

Talented individuals need jobs, and South Carolina businesses need talented workers. Would you like to connect them? Our Business Consultant serves within the Employment Services (ES) division. ES programs improve the functioning of the labor market by bringing together individuals who are seeking employment and employers who are seeking workers. The SC Works system provides jobseekers with career guidance, job referrals, assessments, and résumé assistance. Free tools to assist employers include posting job openings, recruiting and screening candidates, and reviewing job market trends. South Carolina’s 12 local workforce development boards administer the SC Works Centers throughout the state. This position is in the Employment Services division in the Upstate Region.

Job Responsibilities

• Promote the services offered through the SC Works Center by attending partner meetings, community meetings and participating on the Business Services Team.
• Market SC Works services to employers with a focus on Federal Contractors.
• Participate as an engaged, active member of the Regional Business Service Team by working with economic development and ReadySC when new projects arise.
• Schedule recruitment and/or hiring events.
• Meet with new businesses and communicate with existing businesses currently using the SC Works website.
• Ensure that employers are receiving qualified applicants by working with employers to review job orders and proofread for accuracy and EO compliance.
• Give timely, professional, and attentive customer service to employers.
• Actively participate in local Business Services Teams and follow Business Services Certification Standards.
• Communicates regarding labor market information, business, and tax related incentive programs, WIOA, OJT, and services available to meet the employers’ needs.
• Participates in trainings when offered.
• Provide ongoing support to SC Works Centers and all Workforce programs.

Requirements

• A high school diploma with a minimum of four years of experience in recruitment/selection, interviewing, or workforce development.
• Additional Requirements: Position requires overnight travel and routine driving. May require employee to work evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with at least three years of experience in recruitment/selection, interviewing, workforce development, or a related field (preferred).

Benefits

• For State Employees: The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.
• Insurance Benefits: Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
• Retirement Benefits: State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
• Workplace Benefits: State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Pay

The hiring salary range for this position is $39,300 - $50,000 per year.

Schedule

This position requires scheduled travel to the following counties: Spartanburg, Cherokee, and Union.