Employer Relations & Job Placement Consultant

Equus Workforce Solutions; Hackensack (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Equus Workforce Solutions is seeking a workforce development professional to help job seekers and career changers prepare for and advance in high-demand industries. You will search for openings, develop opportunities for candidates, and maintain close employer relationships to coordinate placements in the Hackensack area.

The role requires strong communication, customer service, and knowledge of local labor market trends, with the ability to work with diverse communities and businesses.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or 2 years of work experience in business to business sales, marketing, customer service, staffing or recruiting.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated strong customer service skills with presentation or outside sales experience.
• Familiarity with the communities served and knowledge of local needs and resources.
• Demonstrated knowledge of labor market trends.
• Friendly, professional demeanor; sales or staffing experience preferred.
• Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
• Ability to work well in teams and independently.
• Proficient in Microsoft Windows and Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Valid Driver's License and proof of auto insurance.

Responsibilities

• Conducts searches for suitable job openings for clients, comparing client qualifications with employer requirements.
• Develops a wide variety of job opportunities for candidates.
• Establishes and maintains active and frequent contact with employers.
• Develops and maintains detailed knowledge of the local labor market.
• Establishes rapport with area businesses and maintains on-going relationships.
• Works with businesses to identify job openings, alternative work activities, and training initiatives.
• Assists employers in recruiting, interviewing, and hiring qualified applicants.
• Maintains a current listing of local job opportunities.
• Keeps project staff apprised of local business needs and job placement opportunities.
• Works with case management staff to facilitate job placements.
• Enlists cooperation of community and business leaders to raise awareness of workforce services.
• Maintains follow-up with employers to gauge satisfaction and plan quality improvements.
• Arranges for employers to speak to candidates about employment and expectations.
• Sets up job fairs and employer hiring events; occasional after-hours work.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Public speaking / outside sales

Bilingual English/Spanish

Teamwork & independent work

Windows & Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's Degree or 2 years related experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Equus Workforce Solutions is seeking a workforce development professional to help job seekers and career changers prepare for and advance in high-demand industries. You will search for openings, develop opportunities for candidates, and maintain close employer relationships to coordinate placements in the Hackensack area.

The role requires strong communication, customer service, and knowledge of local labor market trends, with the ability to work with diverse communities and businesses.