Status

Full time

Department

Human Resources

Description

RATE OF PAY:

• $17.77 - $23.69 per hour

JOB FUNCTION:

The Workforce Development Specialist plays an essential role in supporting new employees as they acclimate to MVCAA. They will develop a pro-active, systems approach to contribute to the success of new hires, improve retention and ensure a positive employment experience. Responsible for keeping employees active and engaged in training and employment and share best practices to help programs be more successful in their retention efforts.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Conduct community outreach to promote the agency and recruit potential hires.
• Conduct presentations at MVCAA and the community at large.
• Counsels and provides objectivity to potential candidates in the hiring, interviewing, and onboarding process.
• Coordinate HR strategies with program priorities to promote a diverse workforce.
• Establishes a connection with newly hired employees eliminate barriers and ensure job retention.
• Provides one-on-one coaching to new employees by identifying strategies to support employee’s professional development.
• Engage supervisors to give support activities for employee’s skill development.
• Coordinate with outside professional development resources.
• Create career pathways aligned with open positions in the agency.
• Coordinate with WIOA resources.
• Assist in the hiring process, i.e., review resumes, schedule interviews, checks references, and complete background checks.
• Collects and maintains records to conform to EEO and Affirmative Action Regulations
• Demonstrates commitment to mission, values, and policies in the performance of daily duties.
• Assist staff to gain qualifications for upward mobility.
• Consults and collaborates with Directors, Coordinators or supervisors on employee’s progress and results obtained.
• Provide additional trainings and coordinates with program leadership.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs other duties as requested by the Program Director.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• AA/AAS with one (1) year experience; or High School graduate with at least three (3) years business experience, preferably in a human resource environment.
• BSW preferred.
• Ability to maintain the highly confidential nature of affirmative action and personnel work.
• Ability to work with people from various backgrounds.
• Good computer skills.
• Ability to effectively collect and analyze data.