What are the responsibilities and job description for the Business Consultant of Special Projects (2722) position at BAKERRIPLEY?
The Business Consultant Special Projects serves as the primary point of contact for employers seeking advanced workforce solutions beyond traditional hiring support. This role not only provides the core business consulting functions of engaging employers, identifying workforce needs, and connecting to talent pipelines, but also specializes in leveraging state and federal programs that expand training and upskilling opportunities for the regional workforce. The Consultant will design and implement innovative strategies, including On-the-Job Training (OJT), Registered Apprenticeship, Pre-Apprenticeship, Industry-Recognized Apprenticeships, Work-Based Learning, Skills Development Fund projects, Current Worker Training, and Career & Technical Education (CTE) partnerships.
Key Responsibilities
- Employer Engagement & Consultation: Work directly with business leaders to assess workforce challenges and provide tailored solutions that align with both immediate hiring needs and long-term workforce development goals.
- Special Project Implementation: Serve as subject matter expert and employer liaison for programs such as OJT, Registered Apprenticeship, Pre-Apprenticeship, Work-Based Learning, and other innovative training models. Guide employers through program design, compliance, and implementation.
- Training & Upskilling Solutions: Assist employers in accessing resources like the Skills Development Fund, Current Worker Training grants, and CTE partnerships to strengthen employee pipelines and improve retention.
- Partnership Development: Collaborate with education providers, workforce board staff, economic development organizations, and state agencies to build pathways that connect employers with qualified talent and training opportunities.
- Program Advocacy & Promotion: Lead outreach, presentations, and employer roundtables to promote the adoption of Registered Apprenticeships and other special project initiatives as workforce strategies.
- Data & Reporting: Track and evaluate outcomes for employers engaged in special projects, ensuring compliance with program requirements while demonstrating impact on employer performance and workforce metrics.
- Innovation & Best Practices: Research, pilot, and recommend new employer services that expand the reach of traditional workforce solutions, ensuring the One Stop Career Office remains at the forefront of workforce innovation.
Qualifications:
At least two years of equivalent experience required; bachelor’s degree preferred.