What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sector Account Manager position at Grant Associates?
Account Manager - Queens, NY
General Description:
On an ongoing basis, the Account Manager generates new business relationships within the Industrial and Transportation Industries by implementing effective sales and marketing strategies. The Account Manager will develop a portfolio of accounts with recurring, high-volume recruitment needs. He/she will be responsible for screening candidates based on the employer’s specifications. We are looking for someone with high energy with strong work ethics as our work environment is fast-paced and performance-based. As such, Account Managers are expected to meet monthly individual and team goals.
Responsibilities:
- The Account Manager develop and maintain relationships with employers to generate job opportunities for our jobseeker base
- Account Managers work closely with Career Advisors to determine the types of jobs that match the skills and qualifications of our job seeker base
- Market job opportunities to jobseekers through one-on-one meetings and on-site recruitment events
- Assist the clients with the development of personal goals and job readiness (Individual Responsibilities Plan) which addresses potential barriers to employment and how to overcome them.
- Coordinate with other agencies to assist clients and make appropriate referrals.
- Network with community resources to provide services to address specific barriers customers must overcome to accomplish their employment goals.
- Consult with other staff to promote customer goals and career related needs.
- Provide customers with labor market information that will help them to make better decisions about their select careers.
- Hosts employment workshops to assist customers with completing job applications, resume writing, how to dress for success and practice interviews.
- Account Managers match employment with training opportunities to provide customer with better career opportunities.
- Other duties as assigned.
Work and Education Requirements:
- College degree preferred in related field or equivalent work experience
- Industrial, Transportation, Manufacturing or Construction Industry experience or knowledge highly preferred.
- 2-5 years’ experience as an Account Manager/ Job Developer or working with adults
- Must be able to work independently or in a team environment
- Ability to assess individual skills with precision and make appropriate referrals
- Ability to problem solve and work with a diverse customer base
- Technology Savvy. Intermediate competency level Microsoft Office, Experience with database management software a plus (CRM, Dynamics, Salesforce, etc.)
Salary: $75,000 - $80,000 Annually
About Us:
Grant Associates is a national workforce development company that is passionate about raising the economic security for the people, businesses, and communities we serve. Since opening our doors in 1997, we have operated programs in cities large and small, partnering with communities to build the human side of economic development. As one of the largest workforce development organizations in North America, we have provided workforce development services to more than 50,000 companies and helped more than 1.2 million people achieve their career goals. Grant Associates is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Advanced Personnel Management (APM) Group, a leading international provider of Human Services with offices in ten countries.
Salary : $75,000 - $80,000