Employer Engagement & Disability Liaison
About The Position
Goodwill Greater New York and Northern New Jersey (GWNYNJ) believes that the power of work and sustainable fashion is how we unlock the good in our communities. For over 100 years, we have helped people get jobs, stay employed, and progress in careers across New York and Northern New Jersey. We believe that diversity drives innovation and strengthens our workplace. We are committed to fostering our inclusive environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to contribute fully. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, experiences, and abilities. GOODWILL INDUSTRIES OF GREATER NEW YORK & NORTHERN NEW JERSEY INC. JOB DESCRIPTION Position Title: Employer Engagement & Disability Inclusion Liaison Location: Astoria, NY Benefit Classification: Full-Time Benefitted Position Type: FLSA - Exempt Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced Employer Engagement & Disability Inclusion Liaison who will be responsible for developing, managing, and expanding strategic relationships with businesses and corporations to create sustainable employment opportunities for persons with disabilities, specifically individuals with Intellectual/Developmental disabilities (I/DD) This role leads employer engagement, drives inclusive hiring initiatives, and ensures successful job placement, retention, and long-term partnership growth. If you are looking to join our dedicated team as a Employer Engagement & Disability Inclusion Liaison we want to hear from you!
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience in business development, corporate partnerships, workforce development
- Demonstrated success in employer engagement and developing and growing corporate partnerships
- Proficient in Word, Excel, PPT
- Compile data, creating charts and graphs for presentations on progress
- Comfortable with public speaking engagements
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills required
- Ability to network within corporate HR and industry bodies
- Understanding of workplace accommodations and assistive technologies
- Experience in policy advocacy
- High emotional intelligence and cultural sensitivity
Nice To Haves
- Experience working in marketing, workforce development, disability inclusion preferred
Responsibilities
- Identify, approach, and secure partnerships with Business Corporations, Chambers of Commerce, Industry Associations, and government entities
- Develop customized engagement strategies to promote inclusive hiring
- Present the business case for disability inclusion to senior corporate leadership
- Negotiate MOUs, partnership agreements, and placement targets
- Representing the organization at industry forums, networking events, and conferences
- Build and maintain long-term relationships with HR leaders and talent acquisition teams
- Conduct regular employer visits and engagement reviews
- Provide consultation to employers on inclusive workplace practices
- Support employers in developing disability-inclusive hiring policies
- Develop annual employer engagement and placement strategy
- Set measurable placement targets and KPIs
- Analyze labor market trends and identify high-growth sectors
- Design scalable placement models in collaboration with mission teams
Benefits
- Generous Time off policy to use when you need it
- Health, wellness, and financial resources to help you achieve our personal goals
- Robust health benefits including medical, dental, vision, parental leaves and company sponsored life insurance
- Retirement matching programs and contributions
- Transit and commuter benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
