Business Services Consultant

Responsibilities

• Conduct searches for suitable job openings for clients and compare qualifications with employer requirements
• Develop a wide variety of job opportunities for candidates
• Establish and maintain active contact with employers
• Develop and maintain detailed knowledge of the local labor market
• Establish rapport and maintain ongoing relationships with area businesses
• Work with businesses to identify job openings, alternative work activities, and training initiatives
• Assist employers in recruiting, interviewing, and hiring qualified applicants
• Maintain a current listing of local job opportunities
• Keep project staff apprised of local business needs and job placement opportunities
• Work with case management staff to facilitate job placements
• Enlist cooperation of community and business leaders to increase awareness of workforce services
• Maintain follow-up contact with employers to determine satisfaction and plan for quality improvement
• Arrange for employers to speak to candidates about employment and expectations
• Set up job fairs and employer hiring events

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or 2 years of experience in B2B sales, marketing, customer service, staffing, or recruiting
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Strong customer service and presentation skills
• Knowledge of local community needs, resources, and labor market trends
• Proficiency in Microsoft Windows and Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Valid Driver's License and proof of current automobile insurance
• Ability to work well in teams and independently

Preferred Qualifications

• Sales or staffing experience
• Bilingual (English/Spanish)

About the Company

Equus Workforce Solutions is a leading provider of workforce development services in North America, focusing on the development, design, and delivery of demand-driven workforce solutions.