Business Liaisons - Dallas Redbird

Equus Workforce Solutions; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Equus Workforce Solutions, a leading provider of workforce development services, seeks a Business Account Liaison to engage employers across North Central Texas and develop talent strategies aligned with business needs. You will build lasting employer partnerships and drive utilization of workforce services and initiatives.

You will lead employer engagement, design work-based learning programs, and deliver workshops on trends, compensation, and job market information.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, business, human services, or related field or equivalent experience.
• Three years’ experience in sales, marketing, HR, or related field.
• Proven ability to manage employer/vendor relationships.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects.
• Demonstrated telephone, computer and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Implement creative recruiting processes and initiatives for employer engagement and relationship building.
• Build plans to advance the current workforce by tailoring service delivery and resources to employers.
• Implement strategies that lead to work-based learning initiatives (apprenticeships, internships, on-the-job training).
• Provide workshops to employers on industry trends and best practices for recruiting and retaining talent.
• Conduct employer needs surveys and implement plans addressing identified needs.
• Assist in creating job descriptions, conducting compensation studies, and related tasks using labor market information.
• Create seamless communication with the Business Outreach Specialists to ensure timely service delivery.
• Compile and share information related to employer needs.
• Track and manage employer relationships using data systems.

Skills

Sales experience

Customer relations

Public speaking

CRM experience

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

CRM software

PowerPoint

Microsoft Office

BI tools

Job description

Company Description

We help job seekers and career changers prepare for and advance in careers with a focus on sustainable, high-growth, high-demand industries. Our committed and well-trained workforce professionals deliver comprehensive workforce solutions at integrated career centers, sector-focused centers and community, and partner sites.

Company Description

We help job seekers and career changers prepare for and advance in careers with a focus on sustainable, high-growth, high-demand industries. Our committed and well-trained workforce professionals deliver comprehensive workforce solutions at integrated career centers, sector-focused centers and community, and partner sites.

Job Description

The Business Account Liaison position will provide specialized services to employers in North Central Texas around common goals and actions to support their existing and future talent. This position partners with business and industry leaders to develop talent employment strategies that align with business needs, with an emphasis on small to medium-sized businesses. This position is responsible for developing and maintaining lasting and mutually beneficial employer partnerships that result in increased utilization of available workforce services, resources, and initiatives.

• Implement creative recruiting processes and initiatives for employer engagement and relationship building.
• Build plans to advance the current workforce by tailoring service delivery and resources offered to employers.
• Implement strategies that lead to work-based learning initiatives, such as registered apprenticeships, internships, customized training, and on-the-job training.
• Provide workshops to employers that focus on industry trends, best practices for recruiting and retaining talent, quality job principles, labor market information and other related topics.
• Conduct employer needs surveys, make recommendations and implement plans to address needs identified in surveys.
• Provide assistance in creating job descriptions, facilitating compensation studies, and other related functions using labor market information.
• Create seamless communication channels with the Business Outreach Specialists to ensure timely service delivery.
• Compile and share information related to employer needs.
• Track and manage employer relationships using appropriate data management systems.

Other Key Responsibilities

• Raise Workforce Solutions for North Central Texas brand awareness by sharing events, engaging in initiatives and participating in WSNCT events.
• Daily coordination with workforce center staff and Business Outreach Specialists to facilitate job orders, direct placements, hiring events, work based learning and other employer services.
• Enter employer information into systems of record (WIT and CRM) and provide contextualized reports.
• Meet performance goals on a weekly, monthly, and annual basis.
• May be assigned other tasks and duties reasonably related to the job responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college in marketing, business, human services, or a related field or equivalent experience in lieu of a degree. SHRM certification preferred.
• Three years’ experience in sales, marketing, human resources or a related field.
• Proven ability to manage employer/vendor relationships.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects.
• Demonstrated telephone, computer and written communication skills.
• Microsoft Office skills required, including PowerPoint.
• Microsoft Business Intelligence experience preferred.
• Valid Driver’s License in good standing and proof of liability insurance are required.
• Customer Relationship Management (CRM) experience strongly preferred.
• Public speaking experience preferred

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Equus Workforce Solutions is a leading provider of workforce development services in North America. With a dedicated and passionate team, Equus puts the industry’s best practices to work by focusing on the development, design, and delivery of demand-driven workforce solutions.

When you join Equus, you can expect extensive learning opportunities and networking programs. But most of all you can expect to make a lasting impact on the lives of others.

APM, including Equus Workforce Solutions, Ross Innovative Employment Solutions, Dynamic Workforce Solutions, DESI, AGELIC, and Grant Associates, is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

APM is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and hiring process. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application, interview, or selection process, please contact [e-mail].