Talent Development Specialist (WIOA) (80017)

Equus; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 19,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Equus Workforce Solutions is seeking a Talent Development Specialist (WIOA) to guide job seekers and manage services within a Boise, ID location. The role emphasizes individualized career counseling, case management, and ensuring program eligibility through workshops and coordination of supportive services.

The successful candidate will demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and the ability to track outcomes and report progress weekly.

Qualifications

• Preferred Associate’s degree; required High School Diploma with at least one year of Sales/Customer Service experience.
• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to communicate clearly in individual or group settings.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong speaking and organizational/time management skills; ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Detail-oriented and timely in meeting deadlines and objectives.
• Ability to address and resolve customer inquiries and conduct workshops/orientations.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and auto liability insurance.

Responsibilities

• Conduct individual assessments to provide career guidance for job seekers, focusing on WIOA eligibility.
• Provide detailed case management to assist employment preparation for self-sufficiency.
• Assist customers in maintaining eligibility by ensuring attendance at training and workshops and performing job searches.
• Coordinate and track supportive services such as childcare and transportation.
• Develop and maintain community resources to support program goals and participant success.
• Provide labor market information and ensure contract deliverables and goals are met.
• Outreach to employers and agencies to place participants in subsidized employment.
• Monitor participant progress and submit payroll information; prepare weekly and monthly progress reports.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Time management

Confidentiality

Education

Associate’s degree

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Talent Development Specialist (WIOA) (80017)

• Full-time
• State Location: ID
• Compensation: up to USD 23.1 - hourly

We help job seekers and career changers prepare for and advance in careers with a focus on sustainable, high-growth, high-demand industries. Our committed and well-trained workforce professionals deliver comprehensive workforce solutions at integrated career centers, sector-focused centers and community, and partner sites.

Responsibilities

• Conduct individual assessment to provide career guidance and counseling to job seeker; with a focus on those who are WIOA eligible.
• Provide detailed case management for each customer to assist in preparation for employment that leads to self-sufficiency;
• Assist customers in maintaining eligibility for services by ensuring attendance at required training/activities and workshops and performing job searches;
• Authorize and coordinate supportive services such as childcare, transportation, etc., and track obligations of funds;
• Maintain existing contacts to community resources and develop new ones to further the goals of the program and resulting in success to customers;
• Provide labor market information to all customers;
• Ensure contract deliverables and individual goals are met;
• Outreach employers, agencies, non-profits and organizations to place eligible participants in a subsidized employment activity.
• Follow-up participant progress in subsidized employment activities, and submit payroll information.
• Provide weekly and monthly reports on progress of the program, expenditures and participant's employment and support services.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Preferred Associate's degree; required H.S. Diploma with at least one year of Sales/Customer Service experience
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate clearly and professionally in an individual or group setting;
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs
• Strong speaking and organizational/time management skills
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentially
• Must be detailed oriented and timely in meeting deadlines, goals and objectives
• Ability to address and solve customer inquiries and/or concerns
• Ability to conduct Workshops/Orientations
• Current driver's license (with low-risk driver rating) and automobile liability insurance required.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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.

APM, including Equus Workforce Solutions, Ross Innovative Employment Solutions, Dynamic Workforce Solutions, DESI, AGELIC, and Grant Associates, is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. APM is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and hiring process. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application, interview, or selection process, please contact [e-mail].