Business Services Consultant (816320)

Equus•Chesterfield, VA

16h

About The Position

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. Meet with prospective employers to provide support and assistance with their hiring needs. Promote Work Experience (WEX), On the Job Training (OJT), Incumbent Worker and Customized training, as tools to incentivize employers to employ WIOA job seekers. Conduct reviews of existing employers and opportunities on a regular basis to evaluate employer demand and usage of WIOA services and determines how best to improve and/or leverage relationship to meet the placement objectives. Schedules daily prospecting/cold calls and face-to-face meetings with employers. Acts as the liaison among employers and the WIOA program Screens and matches WIOA participants with employment opportunities based on their skills, work experience, hobbies and interests. Achieves weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual work activity goals as prescribed and in accordance with WIOA contractual obligations. Documents, consistently and accurately, in real time, all participant and employer contact, activities and outcomes into a weekly and monthly report that includes a narrative and employer listing Coordinate center activities such as monthly Job Fair and Job Club. Coordinate as a team, a quarterly community Job Fair in one of the counties included in region. Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university or college or 2 years' work experience in business-to-business 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, with knowledge and understanding of local needs and resources.
Ability to establish a rapport with individuals of diverse cultures and educational levels and abilities.
Friendly, professional demeanor
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

Responsibilities

Meet with prospective employers to provide support and assistance with their hiring needs.
Promote Work Experience (WEX), On the Job Training (OJT), Incumbent Worker and Customized training, as tools to incentivize employers to employ WIOA job seekers.
Conduct reviews of existing employers and opportunities on a regular basis to evaluate employer demand and usage of WIOA services and determines how best to improve and/or leverage relationship to meet the placement objectives.
Schedules daily prospecting/cold calls and face-to-face meetings with employers.
Acts as the liaison among employers and the WIOA program
Screens and matches WIOA participants with employment opportunities based on their skills, work experience, hobbies and interests.
Achieves weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual work activity goals as prescribed and in accordance with WIOA contractual obligations.
Documents, consistently and accurately, in real time, all participant and employer contact, activities and outcomes into a weekly and monthly report that includes a narrative and employer listing
Coordinate center activities such as monthly Job Fair and Job Club.
Coordinate as a team, a quarterly community Job Fair in one of the counties included in region.
Other duties as assigned