Workforce Development Specialist

SOME (So Others Might Eat) provides material aid and comfort to our vulnerable neighbors in the District of Columbia, helping them to break the cycle of poverty and homelessness through programs and services that save lives, improve lives, and help to transform the lives of individuals and families, their communities, and the systems and structures that affect them. We meet immediate needs with food, clothing, and healthcare, and offer the tools one needs to live with hope, dignity, and greater independence.

Compensation: We offer our employees a competitive compensation and benefits package that reflects our organizational culture, mission, and core values. The salary range for this position is $59,092.00 to $62,487.00 and may be commensurate with experience.

Position Description: The Workforce Development Specialist is responsible for coordinating the development of relationships with employers for student placement opportunities. The Workforce Development Specialist provides career development training and coaching for students and assists students with securing employment.

Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm (40 hours per week)

Required: Bachelor's Degree or 5-8 yrs. experience in Staffing, Recruitment, or Sales/Marketing

Required License/Certification: N/A

Expected Contributions: Employee Relations

• Network with employers and identify opportunities for potential student placement and externships
• Contact employers and professionals to participate in professional development days and career fairs
• Collaborate with employers to identify students for employment consideration and set up interview sessions

Expected Contributions: Career Development

• Assist students in locating employment
• Coordinate professional development days
• Facilitate and develop/evaluate curriculum for Job Search Club
• Provide one-on-one counseling for students seeking employment
• Review resumes and cover letters
• Coordinate career fairs, every two months
• Send weekly job opportunities to students
• Maintain communication with students throughout the job search and with graduates who have not obtained employment
• Facilitate career development seminars
• Participate in unit team meetings and provide career development feedback on students
• Track monthly employment placements

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Knowledge of the DC workforce development system and labor market
• Relationship-building skills
• Ability to communicate with diverse audiences
• Coaching and counseling skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient with MS Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and databases
• Organized with an attention to detail
• Training/facilitation skills
• Sales/Marketing skills
• Action-oriented

Reports To: Manager, Student Success

Physical Demands: Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds. Requires looking at a computer screen for several hours a day. May be required to sit for long periods. Must be able to travel to events and meetings offsite

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

To Apply: Go to our career page at https://www.some.org/careers/open-opportunities and click on the search icon to locate this position. Follow the instructions to complete your online application profile to be considered. No phone calls, please.

SOME, Inc. is a proactive equal-opportunity employer. We ensure that all qualified applicants are considered for employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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