Job Developer

Tampa-Housing-Authority; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Tampa Housing Authority in Tampa, FL is seeking a Job Developer to support job development trainings and services that help create neighborhood stabilization and sustainable communities. The role will facilitate employability training, resume writing, interview skills, and job readiness activities for residents 18 and older.

The position interfaces with employers and job seekers to match opportunities, coordinate workshops, and guide candidates through the employment process, reporting to the

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree is required as stated in the job description.
• Requires two years of experience in human resources, job development services, human services, social work, or closely related field.

Responsibilities

• Learn and adhere to THA policies and HUD guidelines related to employment services.
• Develop and coordinate career counseling and planning, employability skills training, resume preparation, interview techniques.
• Coordinate job search workshops, employer outreach, and maintain an employer database.
• Conduct pre-employability screen and job skills assessments for suitable candidates.
• Provide monthly PPS reports and participate in program planning with the Department of Program and Property Services.

Skills

Career counseling

Job development

Public speaking

Resume writing

Interpersonal skills

English communication

Community engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources / Social Sciences / Psychology / Education / Business Administration

Job description

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Job Developer

Full Time Tampa, FL, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1411

Salary Range: $46,143.90 To $46,143.90 Annually

Department: Program and Property Services

Reports To: Director, Program and Property Services

Summary

This positionwill provide supportive services relative to job development trainings to create neighborhood stabilization and sustainable communities. The services provided by the Job Development and Placement Program includebusinessetiquette,publicspeakingandemployabilityskills such asresumewriting,jobapplicationprocesses,interviewingskills and other jobreadinessservices. This position will create job opportunities and assist suitable candidates with career paths/employment. Work as an interface or a mediator between the employers and the job seekers and know the interestsand requirements of the job seekers and assist with theentireemployment process.

Essential Job Functions

• Learn and adhere to Tampa Housing Authority’s Policies and Procedures,the HUD operating guidelines relating toemploymentservices,andspecial projects. Be knowledgeable ofpolicies and procedures pertaining to human resource management and recruitment procedures. Develop, promoteand coordinate all employment activitiesfor persons 16years and older in coordinationwith the Department of Program and Property Servicesgoals and objectives.
• Job DevelopmentServices– Develop and coordinatecareer counseling and planning, employability skills training, work place essentials, resumepreparation, interviewandjobsearch techniques utilizing Internetusage, motivationalactivities, dress for success, customer service skills, basic computer training, employability workshops, and other associated employment servicesforadults and youth residentsseeking employment. Establish anemployer database and assist qualified residents withjobopportunitiestowardsapathofattainment based upontheirskills, interests and needs.
• Responsible for conducting the appropriatepre-employmentscreeningsand job skills assessmentsfor suitable candidatesthat meet the jobqualifications
• Facilitate weekly work readiness and employment groups
• Plan and organize job search skills workshop utilizing the Internet, including interviewing, resume preparation and other employmentactivities; organize career exploration and motivation activities
• Coordinate job preparation process before going on interviews,i.e., transportation, dress, documents,etc., and conduct follow-up assessments with participant and interviewer
• Meet with residents at regular intervals to assess their job and career goals, or immediate/ changing needs
• Market the PPS programs to potential employers by developing and making presentations about programs and its support systems
• Develop a data base of current employers ranging in skill level, and industry for suitability of employment placements that suit theresident’sneeds, skills and interest
• Work with employed residents on employment advancements, leaving a position and increasing skills opportunities
• Maintain a PPS Record Maintenance System of case notes and follow-up data on allparticipants for job retention and additional job training,if needed
• Advise residents of career opportunities requiring certified licensures, state examinations, board certifications, job skill proficiencies, computer skillsrequirements, etc
• Document placements, internships, raises and etc., into your monthly report into theirfiles
• Develop marketing materials of job development services for distribution to residents
• Provide monthly report for THA Board Report
• Create an Employer Advisory Committee to review program curricula, assist with interviews and placement and marketing
• Maintain a continuum of care forresidents, in conjunction withTHAgrantfunds programs, communityprovidersand State of Florida, Workforce Alliance
• Supportive Services – Maintain all functions associated with providing supportive services toadultsand youth, that are referred from other PPS case management staff. This will include coordinating the distribution of informational materials pertaining tojob development services andprogram services, family counseling and treatment to all individualsthat receives job development services.
• Marketing and Outreach Activities – Assist with the development and implementation of the marketing campaign outlining program and supportive services toadults and youth. This will entail establishing a rapport withTHAgrant partners forreceiving theirsupportive services.
• Recruitment Efforts – Assist with the development and implementation of recruitment strategies, which will specifically targetadults and youth. Engage program participants through workshops, meetings, advertisements, direct mail and other marketing campaigns for participation.
• Workshops and Seminars – Assist with the development and coordination of workshops/seminars and health/social service fairs involvingadultsand youth to forge linkages toTHAgrant partners.
• Maintain case management requirements in accordance with the governing entity through case management services, home visits, andanyscheduled audits in accordance withTHA grantors.
• Network and coordinate activities with a wide variety of area providers and community resources.
• Participate in the special events planning and implementation of service fairs and special projects.
• Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of the principles and practices ofjob development
• Knowledge of principles and practices of career counselingand planning
• Knowledge ofcareer pathways for persons 18 years and older
• Knowledge ofhuman service, health, court, and criminal justice systems’ program, regulations, and procedures
• Knowledge ofa wide range of issues, people, and institutions.
• Knowledge of basic office equipment, including computer,scan/fax, telephone, copier, etc.
• Knowledge of the organizations and agencies in the area that provide services utilized byresidents
• Ability to counsel with low incomeadults and youthregarding self-sufficiency, planning, follow-through
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to read, understand, and applyTHAorganizational rules, policies, procedures, and instructions; as well as HUD regulations, policies, and procedures
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing, interpersonal and problem solving skills, English and effective communications
• Ability to organize and present workshops and training sessions addressingadults and youthemployment and finance issues/needs
• Ability to accurately analyze progress toward achieving goals and motivate continued progress
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public, residents, and other employees
• Ability to establish and maintain a network of contacts to assist in providing services toresidents
• Ability to interact withresidentsand agencies in obtaining and providing information in a polite and efficient manner, both in person, and on the telephone
• Ability tomaintain confidential records in accordance with professional and agency standards and state law
• Ability to use sound judgment in order to make decisions in accordance with established procedures and guidelines
• Skilled in analyzing situations in order to identify problems and offer possible solutions
• Skill in communicating orally with clients and agencies in order to obtain and provide information

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires aBachelor’sDegree inHuman Resources, SocialSciences,psychology, education,business administration, or closely relatedmajor.
• Requires two(2)years of experience inhuman resources,job development services,human services, social workorclosely related field; oran equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

Other: Valid Florida Driver’s LicenseInsurable under the agency’s insurance policy

This job description should not be interpreted as all-inclusive. It is intended to identify the major responsibilities and requirements of this job classificationestablished by THA. All incumbents may not performall of thejob duties listed, and some incumbents may perform some duties which are not listed, and incumbents may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this description.