Construction Pathways Advisor & Career Coach

Hire360; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

HIRE360 is seeking a Candidate Support Advisor to recruit, counsel, mentor, and guide participants into construction career pathways and pre-apprenticeship programs. The role emphasizes case management, engagement, and supportive services to ensure successful transitions into employment and training opportunities.

Responsibilities include outreach, eligibility assessment, resume development, and coordination with labor partners.

Qualifications

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite with the ability to learn new databases.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, communication skills, and team-based project experience.
• Demonstrates exceptional attention to detail while managing competing priorities and delivering accurate results.
• Must possess excellent judgment to prioritize work, handle multiple projects at once and meet objectives.
• Very strong presentation skills to clearly articulate the participants’ journey and HIRE360 program.
• Demonstrated resourcefulness by identifying and implementing solutions that streamline processes, improve efficiency, and enhance overall productivity.
• Proactive, adaptable self-starter with the ability to work independently and take initiative.

Responsibilities

• Recruit individuals who meet the basic eligibility requirements for the Climate Works Pre-Apprenticeship program.
• Provide case management duties including candidate pre-screen, assessment, testing, career guidance, resume development, referrals, follow-up, placement in supportive services, and data entry.
• Maintain accurate candidate records in database, including case notes, outreach efforts, referrals, placement data and additional training and certifications earned.
• Assist with development and implementation of all programming including apprenticeship preparation, job readiness training, curriculum development, industry certifications, testing, and other programming, as necessary.
• Provide overall support by leading, monitoring and supervising information sessions and orientations.
• Assist in managing apprenticeship opportunities and job placements including case management and reporting requirements.
• Provide support for outreach, referrals, orientations, recruitments, training, and community events.
• Perform regular follow-up with the respective candidates to ensure timeliness of the recruiting process.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships within the community and labor partners.
• Analyzes program-related reports from the database to provide accurate data regarding progress toward identified program goals.
• Actively participates in job referrals by recommending qualified and pre-screened candidates.
• Maintain professional relationships with community partners by providing and receiving referrals to resources and programming.
• Perform other duties as assigned.]
• CoT_job_summary_short":"COMPANY NAME: HIRE360\nKEY POINTS: Workforce development, case management, community partnerships"
• job_summary_short:
• CoT_job_summary_short_extra
• job_summary_shortHTML
• salary_estimation_cot:::

Skills

Microsoft Office

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Judgment

Presentation skills

Process improvement

Self-starter

Education

High School diploma

Post-secondary education preferred

Job description

HIRE360 is seeking a Candidate Support Advisor to recruit, counsel, mentor, and guide participants into construction career pathways and pre-apprenticeship programs. The role emphasizes case management, engagement, and supportive services to ensure successful transitions into employment and training opportunities.

Responsibilities include outreach, eligibility assessment, resume development, and coordination with labor partners.