VTC - Job Developer

The Anti-Recidivism Coalition•Camarillo, CA

7d•$22 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

The Anti-Recidivism Coalition (ARC) is seeking an experienced Job Developer for its 80-bed Life Skills program at the Ventura Training Center (VTC), a fire training program operated in conjunction with the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, the California Conservation Corps, and CAL FIRE. The position is based in Camarillo, California, and focuses on helping cadets gain employment as career firefighters. The Job Developer works with governmental agencies, ARC staff, and community organizations and supports relationships across multidisciplinary partnerships. The role helps participants navigate firefighter employment processes, including CAL FIRE applications and opportunities with federal and private fire agencies. It also provides employment readiness support, tracks participant progress and applications, develops vocational partnerships, and contributes to transition planning. The position requires a self-motivated, detail-oriented individual with strong collaboration and problem-solving skills and a commitment to ARC’s mission and social justice reform. Typical hours are 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.; occasional evening and weekend hours may be required.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least two years of experience as a Job Developer or in a similar position.
Flexible, self-starting, and able to multitask while maintaining strong attention to detail.
Excellent people skills and experience collaborating in a multidisciplinary, diverse, and dynamic team environment.
Integrity, credibility, and commitment to ARC’s mission.
Strong and effective problem-solving skills.
Flexible schedule; typical hours are 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., with occasional evening and weekend hours required.
Must be insurable by ARC’s auto insurance provider and have a valid California Driver’s License.
Must pass a CDCR background check.

Nice To Haves

Deep understanding of California’s firefighting employment landscape.
Knowledge of obstacles and barriers system-impacted individuals face in employment and education.
Experience with the criminal justice population.
ARC encourages qualified formerly incarcerated and system-impacted individuals to apply.

Responsibilities

Help VTC participants understand CAL FIRE resume and application processes and firefighting opportunities with federal and private agencies.
Provide direct assistance with resume writing, mock interviews, and basic employment skills.
Develop and deliver Career Readiness Workshops and provide computer literacy support as needed.
Explain firefighting certifications and the employment opportunities associated with them.
Monitor cadet progress, confer regularly with partner agencies about program progress and transition planning, and document accordingly.
Assess individual needs and maintain database documentation of progress related to employment and participation in employment services.
Research career paths within state, federal, and private fire agencies.
Track cadet applications and outcomes.
Create vocational partner relationships with state, federal, and private fire agencies.
Work with the Program Coordinator to maximize interdepartmental communication.
Provide backup onsite representation for ARC when the Program Coordinator is called away.
Provide backup transportation to cadets for ancillary appointments or needs.
Attend ARC staff meetings, case conferences, organizational gatherings, retreats, and conferences as requested.
Travel overnight as possibly needed to develop and maintain relationships with potential recruitment opportunities.
Perform other responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

ARC pays up to 100% of medical, dental, and vision benefits for the employee and up to 50% for dependents.
Employer-funded life insurance.
401(k) matching.
10 paid vacation days and 6 paid sick days.
Paid time off.

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