Employment Unit Supervisor

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

Job summary

Equus Workforce Solutions is seeking an Employment Unit Supervisor in Milwaukee to lead a diverse team of employment services professionals and coordinate workforce programs that connect W-2 families to employment and training opportunities.

You will oversee site development, direct hire placements, and job skills training initiatives, aiming to improve participant employability and long-term success. A strong leader with labor market insight is essential.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree required in a relevant field.
• Minimum 3 years experience in employment services.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Knowledge of local labor market trends and employer engagement.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and workforce tracking systems.
• Bilingual ability considered a plus.

Responsibilities

• Supervise employment services staff and ensure alignment with W-2 program goals and performance standards.
• Coordinate workforce development programs including TEMP, Transitional Jobs, and vocational training initiatives.
• Oversee development and maintenance of work experience sites and employer partnerships.
• Facilitate direct hire placements and job readiness workshops to support participant employment outcomes.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to expand access to employment and training resources.
• Monitor program performance, staff productivity, and participant outcomes.
• Provide coaching, training, and performance feedback to employment services staff.
• Ensure compliance with W-2 policies, workforce program regulations, and reporting requirements.
• Support continuous improvement efforts and contribute to strategic planning for employment services.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Labor market knowledge

Bilingual (Spanish or Hmong)

Communication skills

Education

Associate's degree in Workforce Development or related field

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Workforce tracking systems

Job description

Company Description

At APM, we live our values of iCARE – Integrity, Customer focus, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence – in everything we do. We are a purpose-driven organisation where procurement decisions directly impact the people and communities we serve.

At APM, we live our values of iCARE – Integrity, Customer focus, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence – in everything we do. We are a purpose-driven organisation where procurement decisions directly impact the people and communities we serve. In the US, our services span rehabilitation, employment, allied health, and community support. What we procure—from clinical supplies and assistive technologies to professional services and digital platforms—enables our teams to deliver life-changing outcomes every day. Joining APM means being part of a global team that values impact and inclusion. You’ll work in a environment where your expertise will help shape a procurement function that is not only commercially strong but socially meaningful.

Job Description

The Employment Unit Supervisor leads a team of employment services professionals—including Business Services Consultants, TEMP staff, Child Support Liaisons, and online Workshop Facilitators—to coordinate workforce programs that connect W-2 families to employment and training opportunities. This role oversees work experience site development, direct hire placements, and job skills/vocational training initiatives to enhance participant employability and long-term success.

• Supervise employment services staff and ensure alignment with W-2 program goals and performance standards.
• Coordinate workforce development programs including TEMP, Transitional Jobs, and vocational training initiatives.
• Oversee development and maintenance of work experience sites and employer partnerships.
• Facilitate direct hire placements and job readiness workshops to support participant employment outcomes.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to expand access to employment and training resources.
• Monitor program performance, staff productivity, and participant outcomes.
• Provide coaching, training, and performance feedback to employment services staff.
• Ensure compliance with W-2 policies, workforce program regulations, and reporting requirements.
• Support continuous improvement efforts and contribute to strategic planning for employment services.

Qualifications

Required

• Associate’s degree in Workforce Development, Human Services, or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in employment services, workforce development, or program supervision.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Knowledge of local labor market trends and employer engagement strategies.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and workforce tracking systems.

Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Experience with W-2, TEMP, or other employment-focused public assistance programs.
• Familiarity with vocational training providers and job placement strategies.
• Bilingual (Spanish or Hmong) a plus.

Additional Information

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.

At Equus we are strengthened by diversity. We are committed to providing a work environment in which everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. Equus Workforce Solutions is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, religion, national origin, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or reprisal or any other characteristic protected under state, federal, or local law.