Workforce Development Specialist

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Celebration (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising seeks a Workforce Development Specialist in Celebration, FL. The role involves managing recruitment outreach, conducting candidate assessments, and coordinating onboarding activities. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, be self-motivated, and proficient in MS Office. This full-time position requires excellent communication skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment, with local candidates preferred. The role will be on-site at the FDOT Corridor Program Office.

Qualifications

• Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• An attitude committed to employee-owned culture.
• Local candidates preferred with on-site work ability.

Responsibilities

• Manage recruitment outreach and candidate engagement.
• Conduct phone screenings for candidate assessment.
• Coordinate onboarding activities adhering to SOPs.
• Serve as liaison between candidates and external partners.
• Monitor onboarding progress and provide status updates.
• Coordinate and track background checks and screenings.
• Assist with attendance verification and payroll processing.
• Maintain documentation of candidate interactions.
• Provide support to candidates during training programs.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication

Flexibility and multitasking

Self-motivated and organized

Confidential information handling

Proficiency with MS Office

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Workforce Development Specialist - (192981)

In the role of Workforce Development Specialist, we need you to:

• Manage recruitment outreach and candidate engagement through initial contact, follow-ups, and structured communication efforts
• Conduct phone screenings to assess candidate eligibility, program fit, and readiness for participation
• Oversee and coordinate all onboarding activities in alignment with established SOPs, ensuring timely completion of required documentation and program requirements
• Serve as the liaison between candidates, the Contract Administration Team, and external partners including the temporary employment agency and hiring agency, ensuring seamless coordination throughout onboarding
• Monitor onboarding progress through tracking systems, provide regular status updates, and proactively follow up with candidates to prevent delays in class placement
• Coordinate and track background checks and drug screenings, including escalation of exceptions for review and ensuring compliance with program standards
• Support class placement by confirming completion of onboarding requirements and communicating reporting instructions to candidates
• Assist with attendance verification and timesheet coordination by cross-referencing records, resolving discrepancies, and supporting timely payroll processing
• Maintain accurate documentation of all candidate interactions, status updates, and onboarding milestones within the tracking system
• Provide ongoing support to candidates throughout the training program and conduct post‑graduation follow‑up to assist with job placement and workforce transition

Preferred Qualifications

• Local candidates preferred
• Ability to work on‑site in Celebration, FL

Required Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Excellent verbal and written communication including grammar, punctuation, proofreading, spelling and telephone skills
• Flexibility and ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and various managers in a fast‑paced environment
• Self‑motivated, well‑organized and detail‑oriented
• Ability to handle confidential information
• Proficiency with MS Office including Word and Outlook
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must

Employment Details

Primary Location: United States - Florida - Orlando

Industry: Highway + Road

Schedule: Full‑time

Employee Status: Regular

Business Class: Highways

Job Posting: May 6, 2026

Location Note: This role will be located on‑site at the FDOT Corridor Program Office located in Celebration, FL.

EEO Statement

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

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