Business Solutions Specialist

Role: Business Solutions Specialist
Pay: $21 - 23/hour
Hours: FT, 35/Week
Location: Gaithersburg, MD
Type: Contract-to-hire (W2)


Division: Workforce Services Division

The Business Services Specialist is responsible for employer engagement and job development.
Responsibilities:

• Conducts searches for suitable job openings for clients, comparing client qualifications with employer 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 and 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 staff to facilitate job placements.
• Enlists community and business leaders to increase awareness of available workforce services.
• Maintains follow-up 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.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to pass a drug and background check
• Valid Drivers License and proof of current automobile insurance required
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university OR equivalent experience in: Business-to-business engagement; Sales; Staffing, recruiting, or job placement; Workforce development or employment services.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with a professional and collaborative approach.
• 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.
• Experience working with diverse populations and familiarity with local labor markets and community resources.
• Proven customer service skills and the ability to maintain employer relationships.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and workforce-related software systems.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bilingual
• Sales or Staffing experience preferred.

Benefits Information:

• Eligible for Health Benefit Coverage following 60 days of employment
• 401k After 1 Year.

Level One Personnel is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.