Candidate Support Advisor
Key Skills for This Role
Full Job Posting
Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Responsibilities):
- Recruit individuals who meet the basic eligibility requirements for the Climate Works Pre-Apprenticeship program.
- Provide case management duties including candidate pre-screen, assessment, testing, career guidance, resume development, referrals, follow-up, placement in supportive services, and data entry.
- Maintain accurate candidate records in database, including case notes, outreach efforts, referrals, placement data and additional training and certifications earned.
- Assist with development and implementation of all programming including apprenticeship preparation, job readiness training, curriculum development, industry certifications, testing, and other programming, as necessary.
- Provide overall support by leading, monitoring and supervising information sessions and orientations.
- Assist in managing apprenticeship opportunities and job placements including case management and reporting requirements.
- Provide support for outreach, referrals, orientations, recruitments, training, and community events.
- Perform regular follow-up with the respective candidates to ensure timeliness of the recruiting process.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships within the community and labor partners.
- Analyzes program-related reports from the database to provide accurate data regarding progress toward identified program goals.
- Actively participates in job referrals by recommending qualified and pre-screened candidates.
- Maintain professional relationships with community partners by providing and receiving referrals to resources and programming.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications (Knowledge, skills, and abilities):
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite with the ability to learn new databases.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, communication skills, and team-based project experience.
- Demonstrates exceptional attention to detail while managing competing priorities and delivering accurate results.
- Must possess excellent judgment to prioritize work, handle multiple projects at once and meet objectives.
- Very strong presentation skills to clearly articulate the participants’ journey and HIRE360 program.
- Demonstrated resourcefulness by identifying and implementing solutions that streamline processes, improve efficiency, and enhance overall productivity.
- Proactive, adaptable self-starter with the ability to work independently and take initiative.
Preferred knowledge, skills, and abilities:
- Minimum of High School diploma, post-secondary education is preferred.
- Demonstrated knowledge of workforce development and/or knowledge of implementing programs and training, and/or minimum of one to three years of relevant experience in a related field such as the building and construction trades, apprenticeships, training programs, or working with contractors.
- General case management experience and the ability to effectively work with a diverse population is required.
- Outstanding oral and written communication skills, excellent interpersonal skills and experience collaborating in a multi-disciplinary, diverse, and dynamic team.
- Prior workforce development experience, and bilingual (Spanish/English) are preferred.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Talking in-person/on the phone consistently.
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
Stand and lift up to 20 pounds to stock office supplies
Frequently move from room to room to accommodate guests,
Requires reliable transportation including state mandated insurance
This is a full-time, exempt position Standard business hours are Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
This position requires flexibility to work outside of standard business hours, including early mornings, evenings and weekends, based on program activities, trainings, meetings and events.
Travel
Limited travel within the Springfield area, in addition to other locations across Central Illinois.
About HIRE360
Chicago-based workforce development nonprofit connecting underserved Illinois residents to construction careers and helping diverse contractors grow.
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