The BHCC Employment Placement Specialist (EPS) will support students by helping them to secure job placements after completing an Industry Recognized Credential (IRC) training at BHCC. The Employment Placement Specialist will connect students with local employers and job opportunities following training. This position will develop relationships with existing and potential employers, co-develop an employer outreach strategy consistent with the multitude of employer-facing services at the college. Along with the Internships and Career Development (ICD) office, career navigator and other program staff, this position will prepare students in the art of applying for and securing jobs. Assist students in career planning, job search strategies, resume writing, interview skills and networking strategies. The Employee Placement Specialist will help students seek out employers who offer professional development, tuition assistance, and help them assess the health, dental and retirement benefits offered. Guiding employers to define "skill sets" and matching those with particular students will lead to strong outcomes. The Employee Placement Specialist will use CRM platforms and other tech tools to track student and employer data.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Support min of 120 students by helping them to secure job placements.
• Connect students with local employers and job opportunities following training.
• Develop relationships with potential employers and codify existing relationships.
• Co-Develop an employer outreach strategy consistent with the multitude of employer-facing services at the college.
• Assist students in career planning, job search strategies, resume writing, interview skills and networking strategies.
• Guiding employers to define "skill sets" and matching those with particular students as well as helping employers navigate the BHCC system.
• Utilize student management, learning management and CRM (Handshake, Salesforce and Target X)Systems to track data.
• Represent the college in employer interactions while working with teams across the college community.
• Other duties as assigned by the Dean of Workforce and Economic Development.
• Attend staff meetings and participate in college- wide activities.

• BA/BS in counseling, management, career development, human resources or equivalent degree.
• 1-3 years' experience in job placement or job profiling
• Ability to work with a diverse student and staff population and a commitment to Equity.
• Demonstrated job placement outcomes and employer satisfaction.
• Ability to management deadlines and priorities in a timely manner.
• Experience working in teams and communicating across different departments or constituencies.
• Ability to use multiple computer platforms and technology to accomplish goals.

Preferred qualifications:

• Master Degree in Human Resources Talent Management and/ or career counseling.
• Ability to speak Spanish and/or Portuguese.
• Familiarity with Handshake, Salesforce, Grad leaders or other job support/CRM software.

Term of Employment up to 2 years: July 1, 2021 to June 30, 2023

*Renewal for second year is contingent on meeting successful outcomes of project plan and funding renewal.

18.5/hrs week Grant-funded non-benefited MCCC position

Position is remote and on campus. Reports to the Dean of Workforce and Economic Development.

Starting ASAP: August 1, 2021

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