Workforce Development Specialist

Kokosing • Fredericktown, OH

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About The Position

Kokosing Inc. is in search of a Workforce Development Specialist that will support company efforts to recruit, develop, and retain trade/craft professionals. This role is responsible for the implementation of our regional corporate recruiting strategies. The Workforce Development Specialist will report to the Workforce Development Manager.

Requirements

• Strong presentation skills for career fairs, school visits, and community outreach events
• Ability to maintain accurate records, candidate logs, and tracking methods
• Ability to participate in sensitive conversations related to attendance, performance history, and work expectations
• Ability to communicate clearly with candidates of diverse backgrounds, experience levels, and communication styles
• Proactive, high-energy, action mindset focused on building long-term talent pipelines
• Excellent computer skills - Microsoft Office Suite software: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to present findings at a high level
• Proficiency in ATS platforms, recruitment dashboards, and workforce tracking tools (e.g., Workday, internal manpower tracking systems)

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the construction industry is a plus

Responsibilities

• Provide coordination and execution support for regional Workforce Coordinators while advancing workforce partnerships and initiatives in the Central Ohio market.
• Execute proactive recruiting strategies, including outreach campaigns, partnerships, employer brand communications, and workforce opportunity outreach
• Facilitate company sponsored career development programs for prospective and experienced craft/trade workforce
• Serve as a liaison between the organization and community stakeholders, including community-based organizations, schools, and public agencies
• Establish and maintain partnerships with trade and technical schools to identify and hire qualified talent
• Implement outreach strategies to increase awareness and participation in company development programs
• Attend regional community meetings, workshops, and information sessions to gather input, share resources, and strengthen community partnerships
• Assist with planning and coordinating company events and team member appreciation initiatives that support employee engagement and organizational culture
• Build relationships with community members and partners to build workforce pipelines
• Analyze and maintain records for workforce development/recruiting programs
• Conduct interviews or pre-employment screenings
• Coordinate and facilitate new hire orientations and drug screens

Benefits

• Kokosing offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, life, and disability insurance, paid time off and a 401K plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed