Business Service Consultant
A Business Service Consultant plays a crucial role in assisting organizations with improving their overall business operations, efficiency, and effectiveness.
Duties and 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 ongoing 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.
Maintain data reports.
Case notes engagements and the progress of Jobseeker employment
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications and Education Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree or 2 years' work experience in business-to-business sales, marketing, customer service, staffing, or recruiting.
Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrate 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.
Demonstrate knowledge of labor market trends.
Professional demeanor.
Sales or staffing experience 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.
Additional Notes:
Our workforce development team members focus on efficiently meeting the needs of our clients through training, career coaching, and employment opportunities.
Location: Columbus - 899 East Broad St.
Position Type: Full time