Business Services Consultant
TITLE: Business Services Consultant
REPORTS TO: Project Director
LOCATION: San Luis Obispo County, CA
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-Time, Non-Exempt Employee
Career TEAM is looking to hire a Business Services Consultant who is responsible for cultivating strategic relationships with local businesses and community partners to proactively identify job opportunities and workforce needs, ultimately supporting the training, placement, and success of career seekers.
Your Impact on Career TEAM’s Success:
Serve as the primary liaison between employers, workforce partners, and the AJCC system for Rapid Response and Layoff Aversion activities
Coordinate and deliver Rapid Response orientations and information sessions for impacted workers
Engage employers proactively to identify potential layoffs and provide workforce solutions to prevent or minimize job loss
Collaborate with Career Advisors to ensure seamless enrollment of affected workers into WIOA services
Provide information on unemployment insurance, training opportunities, supportive services, and job placement assistance
Maintain strong relationships with local employers, industry groups, labor representatives, and economic development partners
Coordinate on-site and virtual Rapid Response events in partnership with SLO WDB and required partners
Participate in assigned American Job Center activities
Track and document all Rapid Response activities, employer contacts, and participant engagement in required systems
Support dislocated workers in transitioning to new employment opportunities through referrals, workshops, and direct services
Ensure all activities are compliant with WIOA, state, and local Rapid Response requirements
Organize and participate in hiring events
Assist with reporting, data collection, and documentation related to services
Work with program staff to align efforts with business services, training opportunities, and sector strategies
Maintain accurate and timely records of employer engagement and participant outcomes
Approach each day and task with a solutions-oriented and responsive mindset
Other duties and projects as needed
This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at the listed location.
To Qualify for This Role, You Must Have:
Associate’s degree or higher or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Ability to work in a dynamic team environment - must have excellent teamwork and interpersonal skills
Astounding ability to multitask and be proactive
Effective visual and verbal presentation skills
Ability to work with colleagues and partners showing courteousness and a high level of professionalism
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Demonstrated knowledge of the local business community, in-demand occupations, and current workforce development programs, including WIOA
Exceptional relationship-building skills with the capacity to establish, maintain, and grow strategic partnerships with employers, community leaders, and industry groups
Proven ability to conduct effective business needs assessments and develop customized workforce solutions for employers, such as On-the-Job Training and Subsidized Employment
Approach each day and task with a solutions-oriented and responsive mindset
A Valid Diver’s License
Additional Skills/Knowledge Career TEAM Would Love for This Role:
Strong computer skills in Google and MS Office Suites
Knowledge of San Luis Obispo Business Ecosystem
Keen Business Intelligence
Confidence to facilitate opportunities on behalf of career seekers
Experience and knowledge of WIOA workforce development contracts/programs
Salary: $62,000 - 67,000
Salary is commensurate with education and experience. Career Team offers a competitive benefits package including healthcare, dental, and personal/vacation time.
Travel: Travel for this role is primarily limited to necessary trips within San Luis Obispo County to support community business engagement
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