Community Job Developer & Outreach Specialist

Metropolitan Family Services; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 46,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Metropolitan Family Services in Chicago is seeking a full-time Job Developer to join our Calumet FOC Team. The role develops employer relationships, conducts outreach to job seekers, and provides employment guidance to create sustainable career paths.

The salary range is $46,000 to $50,000 per year, with advancement based on experience and impact. As part of a community-focused agency, you will work across programs to connect clients with rewarding, unsubsidized jobs in in-demand industries,

Qualifications

• Highschool Diploma with 7+ years of experience in employer outreach, sales, marketing or related field.
• At least 3+ years of training or demonstrated experience in a related area.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources Management, Business, Social Science, Communications, or a related field. (Preferred)
• Mobility to work with community-based caseload.
• Excellent verbal & written communication skills (ability to explain a program to clients & employers).

Responsibilities

• Develop and foster professional relationships with employers, placement agencies, and temporary agencies to ensure consistent contact for job leads within the community based on assessed needs of clients.
• Continuous outreach to job seekers who are ready for employment.
• Assist with job readiness training, where needed.
• Assist job seekers with job search and research.
• Provide employment guidance and creates individual employment plans that outlines client’s employment objectives.
• Assist job ready clients to obtain permanent, unsubsidized jobs in high demand industries.
• Make recommendations on the design and development of employment service marketing program.
• Make presentations to business within the community to promote employment services program and develop new jobs for consumers.
• Facilitate Job Clubs with guest speakers and employers about various life skills, career development, job related topics, income supports, job leads, etc.
• In collaboration with Career Coach provide retention support.

Skills

Highly organized

Excel proficiency

Evening/weekend availability

Employer outreach

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor’s degree in HR/Business/Social Science/Communications (preferred)

Job description

Metropolitan Family Services in Chicago is seeking a full-time Job Developer to join our Calumet FOC Team. The role develops employer relationships, conducts outreach to job seekers, and provides employment guidance to create sustainable career paths.

The salary range is $46,000 to $50,000 per year, with advancement based on experience and impact. As part of a community-focused agency, you will work across programs to connect clients with rewarding, unsubsidized jobs in in-demand industries,