Strategic Employer Partnerships Lead

BakerRipley; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

BakerRipley in Houston is seeking a Business Consultant to strengthen partnerships between the workforce development program and local employers. You will act as the liaison helping employers access services and connect job seekers to opportunities.

Responsibilities include designing recruitment strategies, matching job seekers to openings, organizing hiring events, promoting employer services, and maintaining accurate data in WorkInTexas.com.

Responsibilities

• Customized Recruitment Strategies: Collaborate with employers to design and implement customized recruitment strategies that align with their hiring needs.
• Job Matching: Analyze the skills and qualifications of job seekers to match them with suitable job openings offered by employers.
• Job Fairs and Hiring Events: Organize, promote, and participate in job fairs, hiring events, and networking sessions to connect employers directly with potential candidates.
• Workforce Training: Collaborate with employers to identify training needs and facilitate partnerships with training providers to offer relevant skill development programs.
• Labor Market Insights: Stay informed about local labor market trends, industry growth, and workforce demands to inform employer engagement strategies.
• Follow-Up and Feedback: Maintain ongoing communication with employers to gather feedback on the effectiveness of placements and to address any concerns or challenges.
• Employer Services Promotion: Educate employers about the range of services offered by the workforce development program, such as tax incentives, on-the-job training programs, and supportive services.
• Data Collection and Reporting: Collect and maintain accurate data on employer engagements, placements, and outcomes. Generate regular reports to track the success of employer engagement efforts.
• Collaboration: Collaborate with the job development team, case managers, and career advisors to ensure a seamless transition for job seekers from initial engagement to successful employment.
• Community Networking: Represent the workforce development program at community events, business meetings, and forums to enhance the program's visibility and credibility.
• Data Integrity and Documentation: Ensure accurate and up-to-date information is entered into the WorkInTexas.com database for both employers and candidates.
• Maintain detailed records of employer interactions, services provided, and outcomes achieved.
• Driving a commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction across all levels of the organization
• Promotes the use of the full range of Texas workforce system services and facilities
• Identifies the specific employment needs of individual employers, and providing the appropriate solutions available through the Texas workforce system
• Provides recruitment and placement assistance
• Obtains and maintains current information from local employers concerning Labor needs, Employment and training opportunities, Other information to use in providing services to employers and job seekers
• Other duties as assigned

Job description

BakerRipley in Houston is seeking a Business Consultant to strengthen partnerships between the workforce development program and local employers. You will act as the liaison helping employers access services and connect job seekers to opportunities.

Responsibilities include designing recruitment strategies, matching job seekers to openings, organizing hiring events, promoting employer services, and maintaining accurate data in WorkInTexas.com.