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The Weitz Company · 1 day ago

Workforce Development Specialist - Community Engagement

Milwaukee, WI

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

The Weitz Company is a full-service construction company committed to diversity and inclusion. They are seeking a Workforce Development Specialist - Community Engagement to build relationships between project teams and local communities, implementing initiatives that align with workforce development goals.

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Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Responsibilities

Plan and execute outreach events in alignment with project schedules

Create content for newsletters, social media, and community updates

Assist with tracking and reporting supplier diversity and workforce development data

Coordinate with project management teams to align outreach activities with construction timelines

Maintain positive working relationships with community leaders, public agencies, and local organizations

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Community engagementWorkforce developmentSupplier diversityVerbal communicationWritten communicationBilingual skillsMicrosoft Office SuiteGoogle SuiteInterpersonal communicationOrganizational skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in communications, business, public relations, or a related field; or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience

Experience in community engagement, supplier diversity, workforce development, or a related role

Excellent verbal and written communication

Ability to manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders

Detail-oriented and highly organized

Strong interpersonal communication skills

Candidate should have experience with Microsoft Office Suite and have the ability to learn specific software

Solid systems experience with Google Suite

Preferred

Bilingual skills are a plus

Benefits

Competitive Pay

Rewarding Bonus Program

Comprehensive Benefits Package with Tax-Advantaged HSA and FSA offerings

Employer-Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability Programs

Employer-Paid Life Insurance

Generous Paid Time Off Provisions

401K Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Fully Paid Parental Leave

Voluntary Products Including: Critical Illness Insurance and Accident Insurance

Corporate Wellness Program with Wellness Time Off and Rewards

Company

The Weitz Company

The Weitz Company, a subsidiary of Orascom Construction PLC, is a full-service construction company, general contractor, design-builder and construction manager with office locations throughout the United States.

Founded in 1855