SALARY $55,000 YEAR

The Business Consultant will play a critical role in facilitating employer engagement and support within the Workforce Solutions framework. This role is instrumental in supporting job fairs, grant-related initiatives, collaborative recruitment efforts, and special projects aimed at connecting employers with talent.

Responsibilities:

• Respond promptly and professionally to employer inquiries received through phone calls, faxes, and emails
• Offer clear guidance on Workforce Solutions services, human resource and staffing issues, and labor laws
• Assist employers in navigating data entry processes, ensuring accurate and up-to-date postings of job openings and related information
• Play an integral role in supporting both in-person and virtual job fairs
• Ensure the smooth execution of hiring events by coordinating logistics, liaising with employers and job seekers, and troubleshooting technical challenges to guarantee success
• Collaborate with companies seeking grant-related support to meet their human resources needs
• Work closely with employers to identify workforce gaps and align resources to address them effectively
• Foster an open and collaborative relationship with career office staff to facilitate effective sourcing, recruitment, and screening of qualified candidates
• Act as a liaison between employers and career office staff, sharing critical insights into employers’ current workforce needs and labor market trends
• Contribute to and support special projects aimed at connecting employers with the right talent
• Assist in the development and implementation of innovative initiatives to enhance the workforce ecosystem and foster stronger connections between employers and potential employees
• Other opportunities as available

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred, or equivalent experience
• Demonstrated experience in customer service, human resources, or workforce development is highly desirable
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in data entry and the use of computer applications
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively
• Must have reliable transportation to and from the worksite and other required locations

• Respond promptly and professionally to employer inquiries received through phone calls, faxes, and emails
• Offer clear guidance on Workforce Solutions services, human resource and staffing issues, and labor laws
• Assist employers in navigating data entry processes, ensuring accurate and up-to-date postings of job openings and related information
• Play an integral role in supporting both in-person and virtual job fairs
• Ensure the smooth execution of hiring events by coordinating logistics, liaising with employers and job seekers, and troubleshooting technical challenges to guarantee success
• Collaborate with companies seeking grant-related support to meet their human resources needs
• Work closely with employers to identify workforce gaps and align resources to address them effectively
• Foster an open and collaborative relationship with career office staff to facilitate effective sourcing, recruitment, and screening of qualified candidates
• Act as a liaison between employers and career office staff, sharing critical insights into employers’ current workforce needs and labor market trends
• Contribute to and support special projects aimed at connecting employers with the right talent
• Assist in the development and implementation of innovative initiatives to enhance the workforce ecosystem and foster stronger connections between employers and potential employees
• Other opportunities as availabl