Job Description

Diversified Services Network Inc. is seeking a Business Solutions Consultant to work on a long-term project. This will serve Marion County and will be based out of the Marion County West office.

Summary:

Transforming jobseekers into better job candidates and connecting them to the labor market through skill-enhancement, skill verification, and quality referral.

• 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 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

Qualifications/Education

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university or college or 2 years’ work experience in business-to-business partnership building, marketing, customer service, staffing or recruiting
• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrates strong customer service skills
• Strong presentation skills with public speaking and partnership building
• Familiarity with the communities being served, with knowledge and understanding of local needs and resources
• Demonstrated knowledge of labor market trends
• Friendly, professional demeanor
• 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

Travel requirements: Frequent

*Hourly rate: $20.19

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