Talent Engagement Specialist - Equus

We help job seekers and career changers prepare for and advance in careers with a focus on sustainable, high-growth, high-demand industries. Our committed and well-trained workforce professionals deliver comprehensive workforce solutions at integrated career centers, sector-focused centers and community, and partner sites.

• Identify, recruit, and secure eligible youth for the WIOA Youth services and activities
• Meet with participants to identify barriers to employment and enroll them in the WIOA Youth Program
• Identify and develop community resources and natural support systems for program participants and families
• Develop a Youth Committee to design a youth plan that will help achieve the contracted performance measures
• Initiate, organize, and/or participate in community events and educational opportunities to promote the WIOA Youth Program, serving as a liaison and “go to person” for youth service information
• Make referrals, assist with service linkage, and educate youth and community agencies on how to access and use community resources and services
• Follow-up on all referrals and track progress
• Serve as conduit to help transition participants to other programs and services offered by workforce
• Maintain contact with participant and employers for work experience activities
• Establish eligibility determination, prior to referring participants to case manager
• May conduct orientations for outreach purposes
• May assist with guidance for vocational training activities, support service’s needs
• Attend scheduled supervision meetings to discuss participants’ progress
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Communications, Public Relations, or related fields, preferred; or a satisfactory equivalent of education and experience
• Experience in social media applications
• Three years of experience working in the area of recruitment, sales, or community development
• Experience working with youth
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Experience in working in a culturally diverse community setting
• Strong communication skills
• Able to work with and relate to participants and be culturally sensitive
• Strong organizational skills
• Must be computer literate and possess MS Word and Excel skills and the ability to learn specialized databases and software systems
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record and insurance
• Bilingual a plus
• Moderate travel required

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Equus Workforce Solutions is a leading provider of workforce development services in North America. With a dedicated and passionate team, Equus puts the industry’s best practices to work by focusing on the development, design, and delivery of demand-driven workforce solutions.

When you join Equus, you can expect extensive learning opportunities and networking programs. But most of all you can expect to make a lasting impact on the lives of others.

At Equus we are strengthened by diversity. We are committed to providing a work environment in which everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. Equus Workforce Solutions is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, religion, national origin, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or reprisal or any other characteristic protected under state, federal, or local law.