Employer Engagement & Job Development Specialist

Colonial Group; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

RRSP matching

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Job summary

ACCES Employment in Toronto seeks an Employer Liaison / Job Developer for the Integrated Employment Services (IES) program on a 1-year contract with the opportunity for extension. The role centers on building employer partnerships, developing job opportunities, and guiding program participants toward successful employment outcomes.

Hybrid work arrangement, competitive union-aligned salary, and a comprehensive benefits package including RRSP matching and Employee & Family Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Business degree or equivalent.
• 3+ years’ experience in job development, employer outreach, employment counseling and/or recruitment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Understanding of labour market information and in-demand occupations.
• Experience in the not-for-profit sector or employment sector is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to work and co-operate in a team.
• Strong organizational, planning and time management skills.
• Able to facilitate group activities.
• Effective networking skills.
• Experienced and highly proficient with MS Office and online meeting platforms (Zoom, WebEx, Microsoft Teams).
• Familiarity with Salesforce.
• Experience working with marginalized communities is an asset.
• Experience in business development, sales, and B2B recruitment is an asset.
• Experience with Employment Ontario Programs is an asset.
• Flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekend hours.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement marketing and outreach strategies to employers.
• Liaise with community professionals and employers to create competitive jobs and employment opportunities.
• Monitor placements, oversee training plan development and follow-ups to ensure successful outcomes.
• Integrate work with ACCES staff, particularly with the Employment Consultant team.
• Provide employment preparation and employability group sessions and individual resource centre support when required.
• Provide culturally sensitive employment services including intake, assessment, counseling and referrals when required.
• Arrange job fairs and networking events.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Organizational skills

Facilitation

Networking

MS Office

Education

Business degree or equivalent

Tools

Salesforce

MS Office

Zoom

WebEx

Microsoft Teams

Job description

ACCES Employment in Toronto seeks an Employer Liaison / Job Developer for the Integrated Employment Services (IES) program on a 1-year contract with the opportunity for extension. The role centers on building employer partnerships, developing job opportunities, and guiding program participants toward successful employment outcomes.

Hybrid work arrangement, competitive union-aligned salary, and a comprehensive benefits package including RRSP matching and Employee & Family Assistance Program