Business Engagement Specialist

Company: WorkSource Oregon
Location: Glendale
Posted on: February 24, 2021

Job Description:

POSITION SUMMARY:The Business Engagement Executive is to provide business engagement and other services to ensure that employers in the region have the skilled talent needed to be competitive which is vital to the economy. The Business Engagement Executive will work within our communities to establish and maintain talent pipelines that train local talent in the competencies needed by employers that will result in employment opportunities with sustainable wages or career pathways to self-sustaining wages for local workers and their families. Having a robust, quality labor force within the region is vital for attracting new businesses to the local area as well as retaining existing local companies.*See URL for Full Job Description*MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS:' Valid Drivers License.' Bachelor's degree in relevant field or any acceptable combination of experience and training which demonstrates the ability to work with participants and with private sector employers.' Successful track record of achieving and exceeding performance targets on a regular basis.' Proficient in Microsoft Office and Online Data Management programs.' A demonstrable commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity is a required qualification.' Strong communication skills, both written and verbal. Ability to relate to people from various socio-economic backgrounds.' Ability to communicate benefits and goals of programs effectively to a wide variety of audiences, in both individual and group formats.' Ability to work within a team while maintaining high individual performance standards. Must have ability to organize and prioritize efforts.' Ability to work under pressure, adhere to budget and contract requirements, and meet or exceed specific performance criteria.' Be able to provide own transportation and attend occasional evening and/or out-of-town meetings (overnight travel may occasionally be required).PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS:' Knowledge of employment and training programs, especially Workforce Investment & Opportunity Act (WIOA).' Some experience in working in the business sector.Schedule: Full time, 40 hours per weekWages: $16.88-$24.73/hour commensurate with experience plus benefit package

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