Employment/Workforce Development Specialist

COPIC; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

COPIC in Missouri is seeking an Employment/Workforce Development Specialist to connect job seekers with opportunities and support local businesses in workforce development. You will collaborate with a team that values creativity and initiative to promote services across communities.

Ideal candidates bring energy, precision and a heart for service. The role requires outreach, event participation and operation within the Missouri Job Center network with travel across Central Missouri.

Qualifications

• Proactive mindset and strong organizational skills.
• Proficiency with computers.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow written guidance accurately.
• Excellent written communication including documentation and reports.
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork abilities to support diverse groups.
• Reliable attendance and dependable transportation for travel across counties.
• Genuine passion for making a difference in the lives of others.

Responsibilities

• Connecting job seekers to available positions in the community; connecting customers to Missouri Job Center and public workforce development system services.
• Engaging local businesses to identify hiring and training needs, and promoting Job Center services to them; attending hiring and community events to promote Job Center services.
• Working in the job center, conducting outreach to job seekers, employers and community partners.

Skills

Proactive mindset

Organizational skills

Computer proficiency

Attention to detail

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Attendance reliability

Job description

The Central Workforce Development Region is seeking an Employment/Workforce Development Specialist. If you enjoy challenges, community outreach, and providing meaningful assistance to others, this is a great opportunity for you! The position is located in Rolla with occasional travel in Central Missouri (less than 20%). The position reports to the Central Ozarks Private Industry Council (COPIC), the workforce development provider of federal programs in Central Missouri. The COPIC mission cultivates careers that empower, inspire, and develop talent, with a dedicated team passionate about making a meaningful difference in the communities we serve. If you enjoy challenges, are dedicated to meeting goals, and eager to grow professionally while helping others, we invite you to apply for the Employment /Workforce Development Specialist position. As an Employment/Workforce Development Specialist, you will play a vital role in connecting job seekers with opportunities and supporting local businesses in developing their workforce. You will collaborate with a team that values creativity and initiative.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Connecting job seekers to available positions in the community; Connecting customers to a variety of Missouri Job Center and public workforce development system services
• Engaging local businesses to identify hiring and training needs, and promoting Job Center services to them; Attending hiring and community events to promote Job Center services
• Working in the job center, conducting outreach to job seekers, employers and community partners

COPIC is seeking candidates who bring energy, precision, and a heart for service.

Ideal applicants will demonstrate:

• A proactive mindset, strong organizational skills, and proficiency with computers.
• Keen attention to detail and the ability to follow written guidance accurately.
• Excellent written communication skills, which includes documentation and reports.
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork abilities to support individuals across diverse age groups and cultural backgrounds.
• A reliable attendance record and dependable transportation for travel across counties in Central Missouri.
• A genuine passion for making a difference in the lives of others.