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City Colleges of Chicago · 5 days ago

Job Developer (Grant Funded)

Chicago, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$64K/yr - $70K/yr

3+ years exp

City Colleges of Chicago is the largest community college system in Illinois, and they are seeking a Job Developer for the Institutional Effectiveness Department. The role involves performing job placement and job development activities to assist students in finding employment aligned with their training and skills.

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Responsibilities

Identifies and establishes working relationships with local and regional employers to develop job leads for students completing certificate training programs

Initiates and maintains personal contact with employers to solicit their interest and involvement in the recruitment and employment of MXC students. Markets certificate programs and the availability of students with the training and skills needed to meet their employment needs

Works collaboratively with department leadership and college administrators to support Project MPACT program objectives

Plans, organizes, and executes on-campus job fairs and employer engagement events to bring employers on campus, tour training facilities, and speak to students enrolled in Health Care, Nursing, and other certificate training programs about career opportunities

Prepares requisitions to procure items such as food, transportation, swag, and supplies to execute planned events and related activities. Places orders with vendors and works with support staff to ensure appropriate and timely processing of purchase requisitions

Works with staff and college administrators to coordinate the provision of wraparound services and activities to support job placement services and assist students with the job search process

Plans and organizes career fairs, career readiness workshops, field trips, and other activities to engage potential and current students with an interest in completing certificate training programs

Participates in providing career readiness workshops to students including job search process, resume writing, effective interviewing, soft skills development, and related career readiness skills

Maintains a database of job leads and potential employers. Informs students of job opportunities and connects them with suitable employment opportunities

Collects and tracks student job placement data; complies data and prepares reports regarding job development and placement efforts

Researches job market to remains abreast of industry trends and employment demand for skilled technicians and workers in occupational/vocational fields

Networks with professional/community organizations involved in job placement activities

Adheres to CCC Customer Service Excellence standards

Qualification

Job placementWorkforce developmentCareer advisingHuman ResourcesOrganizational skillsMicrosoft OfficeInterpersonal skillsWritten communicationVerbal communicationProblem-solvingTeamwork

Required

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Human Resources, Education, Counseling, or a related field relevant to the job

Three years of progressively responsible experience in human resources, job placement or development, workforce development, student services, or career advising

Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills

Strong problem-solving and organizational skills

Ability to work with and relate to a culturally diverse student body, faculty, and staff

Ability to work effectively with different levels of staff within the organization

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Must be able to handle all situations with tact, persuasiveness, and diplomacy

Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)