What are the responsibilities and job description for the Business Solutions Consultant position at Diversified Services Network, Inc.?
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.
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
- 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
*Hourly rate: $20.19
Salary : $20