Age-Inclusive Employer Partnerships Lead

cityofnewyork; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of New York Department for the Aging is seeking an Employer Engagement Specialist to build employer partnerships and advance workforce initiatives for older New Yorkers. You will connect qualified candidates to employment opportunities and coordinate hiring events in a collaborative, outcomes-driven environment.

This role requires proactive outreach, strong relationship management, and data reporting to support CQI and strategic workforce initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a related field preferred.
• Two years of community work or related experience required.
• Experience coordinating with employers and training providers is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop strategies to build a network of employers, training partners, and stakeholders for job placement.
• Outreach to employers to identify hiring needs and candidate placement opportunities.
• Engage employers to define workforce needs and align referrals with opportunities.
• Maintain relationships with employers, training providers, and internal teams.
• Support job placement by matching candidates to opportunities and maintaining a placement pipeline.
• Coordinate on-site recruitment events and employer information sessions.

Skills

Communication skills

Outreach

Relationship building

Data reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CRM systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

The City of New York Department for the Aging is seeking an Employer Engagement Specialist to build employer partnerships and advance workforce initiatives for older New Yorkers. You will connect qualified candidates to employment opportunities and coordinate hiring events in a collaborative, outcomes-driven environment.

This role requires proactive outreach, strong relationship management, and data reporting to support CQI and strategic workforce initiatives.