Employer Engagement & Workforce Solutions Associate

Bakerripley; Texas City (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Bakerripley seeks an Associate Business Consultant to facilitate employer engagement and provide workforce development support within Workforce Solutions. You will respond to employer inquiries by phone, fax, and email, guide on services, and assist with data entry to keep job postings current.

You will support job fairs, grant-related initiatives, and collaborative recruitment efforts, while partnering with career office staff to connect employers with qualified candidates and insights on labor

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, human resources, or a related field is preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in customer service, human resources, or workforce development is highly desirable.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in data entry and the use of computer applications.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Collaborative and team-oriented mindset with the capacity to work effectively with diverse teams.
• Knowledge of labor laws and a good understanding of workforce development principles is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Respond promptly and professionally to employer inquiries received through phone calls, faxes, and emails.
• Offer clear guidance on Workforce Solutions services, human resource and staffing issues, and labor laws.
• Assist employers in navigating data entry processes, ensuring accurate and up-to-date postings of job openings and related information.
• Play an integral role in supporting both in-person and virtual job fairs.
• Coordinate logistics, liaise with employers and job seekers, and troubleshoot technical challenges to guarantee success.
• Collaborate with companies seeking grant-related support to meet their human resources needs.
• Work closely with employers to identify workforce gaps and align resources to address them effectively.
• Foster an open and collaborative relationship with career office staff to facilitate effective sourcing, recruitment, and screening of qualified candidates.
• Act as a liaison between employers and career office staff, sharing critical insights into employers' current workforce needs and labor market trends.
• Contribute to and support special projects aimed at connecting employers with the right talent.
• Assist in the development and implementation of innovative initiatives to enhance the workforce ecosystem and foster stronger connections between employers and potential employees.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Data entry

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Labor laws knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration, human resources, or a related field

Tools

Computer applications

Job description

Bakerripley seeks an Associate Business Consultant to facilitate employer engagement and provide workforce development support within Workforce Solutions. You will respond to employer inquiries by phone, fax, and email, guide on services, and assist with data entry to keep job postings current.

You will support job fairs, grant-related initiatives, and collaborative recruitment efforts, while partnering with career office staff to connect employers with qualified candidates and insights on labor