Talent Development Specialist (WIOA) (80017)

Equus; Post Falls (ID); On-site; USD 26,253 - 37,391; Full time

Job summary

Equus Workforce Solutions is seeking a Talent Development Specialist (WIOA) to join our Idaho team. This full-time role focuses on guiding job seekers through assessments, counseling, and tailored case management to help them gain sustainable employment.

The position requires strong communication, organizational skills, and proficiency with Microsoft Office. You will coordinate services, manage training activities, and report on progress while engaging with community resources and employers.

Qualifications

• Preferred Associate’s degree; HS diploma with at least one year of Sales/Customer Service experience
• Strong interpersonal 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 confidentiality
• 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.

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.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Microsoft Office

Communication

Time management

Confidentiality

Workshop facilitation

Education

Associate's degree preferred

High school diploma required

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.

Qualifications

• 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 confidentiality
• 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.

EEO Statement

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

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.