Business Services Consultant (816320)

About the Role

Equus Workforce Solutions helps job seekers and career changers prepare for and advance in careers with a focus on sustainable, high-growth, high-demand industries.

Key Responsibilities

• Conducts searches for suitable job openings for clients, comparing client qualifications with employer's requirements.
• Develops a wide variety of job opportunities for candidates.
• Establishes and maintains active and frequent contact with employers.
• Develops and maintains detailed knowledge of the local labor market.
• Establishes rapport with area businesses; maintains on-going relationships with businesses.
• Works with businesses to identify job openings, alternative work activities, and training initiatives.
• Assists employers in recruiting, interviewing, and hiring qualified applicants.
• Maintains a current listing of local job opportunities.
• Keeps project staff apprised of local business needs and job placement opportunities.
• Works with case management staff to facilitate job placements.
• Enlists cooperation of community and business leaders to help increase awareness of available workforce services in the community.
• Maintains follow-up contact with employers to determine satisfaction with services and plan for quality improvement.
• Arranges for employers to speak to candidates about employment and employer expectations.
• Sets up job fairs and employer hiring events.
• Flexible to occasionally work outside of normal business hours for events and/or to meet deadlines.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Proficient in Microsoft Windows and Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Valid Driver's License in good standing and proof of current automobile insurance required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university or college OR 2 years work experience in business to business sales, marketing, customer service, staffing or recruiting.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated strong customer service skills.
• Strong presentation skills with public speaking or outside sales experience.
• Familiarity with the communities being served, with knowledge and understanding of local needs and resources.
• Demonstrated knowledge of labor market trends.
• Friendly, professional demeanor.
• Sales or staffing experience preferred.
• Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
• Ability to work well in teams and independently.