Business Services Representative - Lincoln $19/hr

Equus•Lincoln, NE

17d

About The Position

The Business Services Representative collaborates with employers, education partners, and community organizations to develop and promote career pathways that meet workforce needs in high-demand, high-wage industries. The role supports job placement and workforce development by connecting candidates with suitable job openings, maintaining knowledge of local labor markets and industry trends, and building relationships with area businesses. The representative works with employers to identify job openings, work-based learning, training, and career pathway opportunities; assists with recruiting, interviewing, and hiring; and coordinates employer engagement activities such as speaking opportunities, job fairs, and hiring events. The role also works with case management staff and community, education, and business leaders to promote workforce services and regional talent development. Occasional work outside normal business hours may be needed for events or deadlines.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college, or two years of work experience in business-to-business sales, marketing, customer service, staffing, or recruiting.
Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong customer service skills.
Strong presentation skills, with public speaking or outside sales experience.
Familiarity with the communities served, including knowledge and understanding of local needs and resources.
Knowledge of labor market trends.
Friendly, professional demeanor.
Ability to work well independently and in teams.
Proficiency in Microsoft Windows and Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Valid driver's license in good standing and proof of current automobile insurance.

Nice To Haves

Sales or staffing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with employers, education partners, and community organizations to develop and promote career pathways that support workforce needs in high-demand, high-wage industries.
Search for suitable job openings for clients and compare client qualifications with employer requirements.
Develop employment and career pathway opportunities for candidates, emphasizing high-wage, high-demand, and high-skill occupations aligned with regional workforce needs.
Establish and maintain active, frequent contact and ongoing relationships with employers and area businesses.
Maintain detailed knowledge of the local labor market, industry trends, career pathways, and high-wage/high-demand occupations.
Work with businesses to identify job openings, work-based learning opportunities, industry-recognized training initiatives, and career pathways leading to sustainable employment.
Assist employers with recruiting, interviewing, and hiring qualified applicants while promoting workforce solutions that support talent development and career advancement.
Maintain a current listing of local job opportunities.
Keep project staff informed about local business workforce needs, industry trends, career pathways, and employment opportunities in high-wage/high-demand occupations.
Work with case management staff to facilitate job placements.
Enlist community, education, and business leaders to increase awareness of workforce services, career pathway initiatives, and regional talent development strategies.
Follow up with employers to assess satisfaction with services and plan quality improvements.
Arrange for employers to speak with candidates about employment and employer expectations.
Set up job fairs and employer hiring events.
Perform other duties as assigned.