TEMPORARY Job Developer

General Purpose

Under general supervision, supports student development of career skills and assists with applying for internships and job placement; serves as the liaison between the college or categorically funded program and the business community; performs advanced program/grant management support including preparing and analyzing statistical data and program metrics; and performs related duties as assigned.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Provides input in selecting, training and providing information, guidance and direction to other program staff and student aides on work procedures and technical, legal and regulatory requirements; monitors work for completeness, accuracy and conformance with department and legal/regulatory requirements and standards.
• Oversees and participates in the day-to-day operation and service delivery of an employment center or in a specific categorically funded program; interviews and assesses students for employment readiness; schedules student appointments; assists students on the use of specialized software and the internet for job and career information searches.
• Conducts workshops and one-on-one coaching in soft skills such as interview skills, corporate attire and professional etiquette; assists with resume development.
• Develops job placement events; actively researches potential job opportunities for students; acts as a liaison with local employers, government agencies and community groups in order to build partnerships, create job opportunities for students and funding opportunities.
• Develops and maintains an employer database and job bulletins, internships and volunteer opportunities announcements; conducts follow-up surveys with employers and students.
• Conducts and/or participates in on or off-campus career fairs, workshops, chamber of commerce and community presentations and special events.
• Participates in program tracking and data input and ensures District guidelines are met; maintains and audits spreadsheets, databases and reports.
• Conducts studies and complex data analyses to evaluate the effectiveness of current programs; makes recommendations on program enhancements/service areas.
• Demonstrates sensitivity to and understanding of historically minoritized groups and participates in professional development activities to increase cultural competency to enhance equity-minded practices within the District.