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Workforce Development Specialist

Career Team
Location
Waxahachie, Texas, United States
Posted
24 days ago
Department
North Central Texas
Salary
$45,000-$55,000
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • High School diploma
  • Two years of full-time experience in human resource recruiting, social work, case management, business consulting, or workforce development
  • Strong understanding of workforce solutions and job placement strategies
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Proven ability to analyze data and provide strategic recommendations
  • Familiarity with labor market trends and employment laws
Nice to have
  • Bilingual or Multilingual
  • Training in Trauma Informed Care, evidence-based practice, and/or whole family services
What the job really is

The Workforce Development Specialist at Career Team will focus on providing Employer Services under the Wagner Peyser Act, engaging with local businesses to meet labor market needs. Responsibilities include recruiting and screening job seekers, planning hiring events, delivering presentations, and ensuring compliance with employment regulations. The role also involves tracking job placements and maintaining relationships with employers and job seekers to facilitate successful employment outcomes.

Benefits
  • Medical Benefits
  • Dental Benefits
  • Vision Benefits
  • Life Insurance
  • Short & Long Term Disability Benefits
  • 401k (90 days after employment)
Things to weigh
  • No salary listed in the posting, but a pay range is provided
  • Role involves significant outreach and relationship management, which may require adaptability to changing business needs
  • Travel required (25%) within and outside the designated worksite
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