Business Outreach Specialist

$47,965 - $47,965/Yr

Equus - Plano, TX

Full-time - Entry Level

Plano, TX

Repair and Maintenance

About the position

The Business Outreach Specialist at Equus is responsible for connecting job seekers with suitable employment opportunities by establishing and maintaining relationships with local businesses. This role involves understanding the local labor market, assisting employers in recruitment processes, and facilitating job placements for clients. The specialist will also organize job fairs and hiring events to promote available workforce services in the community.

Responsibilities

• Conduct searches for suitable job openings for clients, comparing client qualifications with employer's requirements.
• Develop a wide variety of job opportunities for candidates.
• Establish and maintain active and frequent contact with employers.
• Develop and maintain detailed knowledge of the local labor market.
• Establish rapport with area businesses and maintain ongoing relationships with them.
• Work with businesses to identify job openings, alternative work activities, and training initiatives.
• Assist employers in recruiting, interviewing, and hiring qualified applicants.
• Maintain a current listing of local job opportunities.
• Keep project staff apprised of local business needs and job placement opportunities.
• Work with case management staff to facilitate job placements.
• Enlist cooperation of community and business leaders to help increase awareness of available workforce services in the community.
• Maintain follow-up contact with employers to determine satisfaction with services and plan for quality improvement.
• Arrange for employers to speak to candidates about employment and employer expectations.
• Set up job fairs and employer hiring events.
• Be flexible to occasionally work outside of normal business hours for events and/or to meet deadlines.

Requirements

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

Nice-to-haves

• Sales or staffing experience preferred.
• Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage of $23.06 per hour.
• Extensive learning opportunities and networking programs.
• A diverse and inclusive work environment.