Business Services Consultant

Company Overview

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.

Responsibilities

• Conduct searches for suitable job openings for clients, comparing client qualifications with employer requirements.
• Develop a wide variety of job opportunities for candidates.
• Establish and maintain active and frequent contact with employers.
• Develop and maintain detailed knowledge of the local labor market.
• Establish rapport with area businesses and maintain ongoing relationships.
• Work with businesses to identify job openings, alternative work activities, and training initiatives.
• Assist employers in recruiting, interviewing, and hiring qualified applicants.
• Maintain a current listing of local job opportunities.
• Keep project staff apprised of local business needs and job placement opportunities.
• Collaborate with case management staff to facilitate job placements.
• Enlist cooperation of community and business leaders to increase awareness of available workforce services.
• Maintain follow‑up contact with employers to determine satisfaction with services and plan for quality improvement.
• Arrange for employers to speak to candidates about employment and employer expectations.
• Set up job fairs and employer hiring events.
• Be flexible to occasionally work outside normal business hours for events or to meet deadlines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college, or two years of work experience in B2B 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, including knowledge 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. Equus Workforce Solutions is a leading provider of workforce development services in North America. With a dedicated and passionate team, Equus puts industry 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, networking programs, and the chance to make a lasting impact on the lives of others. We are strengthened by diversity and are committed to providing an inclusive work environment where everyone is treated fairly and with respect. Equus Workforce Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer.