Placement Manager

About the Role

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

• Develops a wide variety of job opportunities for customers
• Establishes and maintains active and frequent contact with local community organizations and employers
• Develops and maintains detailed knowledge of the local labor market
• Establishes rapport with area businesses
• Works with businesses to identify job openings, alternative work activities, and training initiatives
• Assists employers in recruiting, interviewing, and hiring qualified applicants, including postings in the system
• Maintains a current listing of local job opportunities
• Keeps project staff apprised of local business needs and job placement opportunities
• Works with case management staff to facilitate job placements
• Performs follow-up of graduates from training, Opportunity Center Readiness, and other related training
• Maintains follow-up contact with employers to determine satisfaction with services and plan for quality improvement
• Conducts information sessions for continued and active employer engagement
• Refers job seekers to quality-matched job vacancies via all systems and other employment sources
• Conducts follow-up with job seekers via phone contact, email, letter, and schedules appointments
• Maintains follow-up records in all systems, Google Docs
• Manages and coordinates on-site recruiting events
• Develops and provides accurate reporting
• Conducts group orientation and workshops for participants, providing a positive introduction to the job search and readiness program
• Maintains an active, readily available job-ready pool of candidates
• Effectively manages industry sector assignments
• Performs other related assignments

Requirements

• Demonstrated customer service skills
• Familiarity with the communities being served, with knowledge and understanding of local needs and resources
• Demonstrated knowledge of labor market trends
• Demonstrated computer skills, with experience using word processing and spreadsheet software programs
• Ability to interact cordially and productively with a variety of people
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with, and among, all personnel
• Must support the mission of the Company
• Ability to work occasionally long or extended hours, including weekends
• Must maintain the confidentiality of all information housed in the division
• Related Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, or equivalent experience
• Must pass State criminal background check and drug screen
• Must be able to pass DMV check and be insurable through the Company’s automotive liability carrier
• Must provide own transportation and maintain proper vehicle registration, vehicle inspection, and insurance
• Ability to tolerate frequent periods of high stress, heavy workload, and multiple priorities
• Must be able to hear, see, and communicate effectively with participants

Benefits

At Equus, you can expect extensive learning opportunities and networking programs. Equus is committed to providing a work environment in which everyone is included, treated fairly, and with respect.