Employer Engagement & Job Placement Specialist

Job Zone d'emploi; Eastern Ontario; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health benefits plan

RRSP contributions

Paid parking

Job summary

Job Zone d’emploi, a non-profit provider of employment services in Cornwall, is seeking a motivated Job Developer to build relationships with local employers and connect job seekers with opportunities. The role involves outreach, negotiations, and developing placement agreements to support clients facing barriers to employment.

The successful candidate will work in a bilingual, community-focused environment, travel to employer sites, and contribute to achieving program targets with a focus on

Qualifications

• Post-secondary diploma in Business, Marketing, or a related field.
• Experience in marketing, sales, employer engagement or a related area.
• Excellent communication skills in English; French is an asset.
• Strong computer skills: MS Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel.
• Valid driver’s licence and access to a vehicle for work travel.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong relationships with local employers.
• Connect with employers through cold calls, in-person visits and ongoing outreach.
• Promote Job Zone d’emploi’s services and recruitment supports to employers.
• Assess employer eligibility for wage subsidies and negotiate placement agreements.
• Prepare job descriptions, training plans, and placement agreements.
• Meet with clients to understand their employment goals and readiness for work.
• Stay informed about local labour market trends, wages and conditions.
• Facilitate group sessions and presentations as required.
• Manage an assigned caseload and provide ongoing employment supports.
• Work toward program targets while supporting positive employment outcomes.

Skills

Employer engagement

Relationship building

Communication skills

Negotiation

Public speaking

Time management

Education

Post-secondary diploma in Business/Marketing

Driver’s licence and access to a vehicle

Tools

Microsoft Word

Outlook

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

Job Zone d’emploi, a non-profit provider of employment services in Cornwall, is seeking a motivated Job Developer to build relationships with local employers and connect job seekers with opportunities. The role involves outreach, negotiations, and developing placement agreements to support clients facing barriers to employment.

The successful candidate will work in a bilingual, community-focused environment, travel to employer sites, and contribute to achieving program targets with a focus on