PT Job Developer(Must Live In NJ)

******MUST LIVE IN NEW JERSEY*******

Job Title: PT Job Developer

Reports To: Lead Skills Trainer & Director of Employment & Transition

Program: Internship to Career

Department: Employment & Transition

Pay rate: $25/hour

The Internship to Career (I2C) program equips pre-employment transition students, ages 14-21, with meaningful and integrated work-based learning experiences. Through work readiness skills training, resource sharing, one-on-one job exploration counseling, and internships, participants will gain confidence and experience needed to propel them to the next level in their path to obtain success in a career of their choice.

This part-time position will focus on internship site development and business relations. The ideal candidate will be available for 10-20 hours a week with preference for afternoon hours. This is a remote position that requires occasional travel within the following counties: Burlington, Essex, Hunterdon, Mercer, Middlesex, Monmouth, Morris, Union, and Somerset.

Job Duties:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with local businesses, community organizations, and employers.
• Develop and expand internship opportunities through outreach and collaboration with employers.
• Utilize a variety of job development strategies, including remote outreach, in-person networking, and social media engagement.
• Match participants with appropriate internship opportunities based on their skills, interests, and career goals.
• Coordinate and confirm internship schedules, tasks, and responsibilities with employers and participants.
• Serve as a liaison between program staff, internship supervisors, and employers to support positive outcomes and address concerns.
• Maintain accurate records of employer contacts and internship sites in Microsoft Teams and MS Excel trackers.
• Prepare and update internship site spreadsheets to align with monthly reporting requirements.
• Provide weekly job development updates to program staff.
• Ensure all internship-related documentation is completed accurately and submitted on time.
• Assist in collecting data for program evaluation and grant reporting.

• Associate’s degree in Human Services, Education, Business, or a related field.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience working with transition-aged youth, individuals with disabilities, or in a job development/job coaching role.
• Knowledge of workforce development practices and employer engagement strategies.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to build partnerships with employers and community stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Teams) and comfort using online platforms for communication and reporting.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Flexibility to travel locally to meet with employers and visit internship sites.