U.S.VETS · 2 weeks ago
Veteran Talent Specialist
Los Angeles, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
1+ years expU.S.VETS is an organization dedicated to serving veterans, and they are seeking a Veteran Talent Specialist to expand employer networks and connect veterans with job opportunities. The role involves developing relationships with corporate recruiters, assisting veterans in their job search, and engaging with the community to promote the organization's mission.
Homeless ShelterManagement ConsultingNon Profit
Responsibilities
Develop and manage relationships with corporate recruiters, military program managers and Human Resources managers that will open the doors for new employment opportunities for Veterans
Create a pipeline of employment opportunities through corporate partnerships and marketing opportunities with veteran talent network
Develop and maintain a comprehensive network of contacts to provide warm resume referrals for relevant veteran talent applicants across a diverse range of positions, industries and geographies
Identify new employer opportunities through various business development techniques including researching military friendly employers, following up on warm leads, and attending networking events; consistently research ways to create partnerships with local businesses
Plan and implement events with corporate partners, including networking events, employer-specific workshops, and recruitments to connect employer partners with veteran talent
Demonstrate the ability to effectively use multi-channel sourcing activities such as social networking sites, career sites, professional organization, etc. to identify potential veteran talent
Meets with veteran talent on a bi-weekly basis or as otherwise needed to understand employment development plan (EDP) goals progress and new employment opportunities
Assists veteran talent with identifying and communicating marketable skills, and interest for employment search
Assists veteran talent with creating a professional resume and cover letter, as well as helping create a LinkedIn profile and value proposition pitch to assist with applications for employment
Assists veteran talent in preparing for interviews with various employers and companies, using interview sample questions and soft skills coaching
Deliver organized, structured, and persuasive presentations that communicate U.S.VETS Career Network mission, goals, values, and brand
Engage in local recruitments, job fairs and resource fair for professional veterans, outreaching to new potential veteran talent and potential new employer partners for the Career Network
Utilize marketing and outreach materials to accurately engage veteran population at events
Foster relationships with local Universities and community partner organizations to ensure relevant referrals of veteran talent, with a focus on Post 9-11 and recent graduate candidates
Participate in local committees and community veteran organization collaboratives, Alumni Associations or Veteran Resource Center (VRC) entities
Documents all progress in the case note section of the veteran file and email correspondence with veteran talent
Obtains Employment Verification Letter (EVL) and/or pay stub from veteran talent within first two weeks of employment
Ability to work on Agile CRM veteran talent platform, job board and client tracking software. Write content for weekly jobs, events and trainings, and online calendar of events on U.S.VETS Career Network Website
Provide new veteran talent with U.S.VETS Career Network website information and tools, as well as local job board for client registration, allowing for client tracking and updates
Provide new employer partners with U.S.VETS Career Network website Get Involved employer sponsorship opportunities and job board employer account access for posting employment opportunities directly to veteran talent network
Confers with supervisor to address potential/actual clientele problems
Maintains data on clients and job opportunities and provide reports on progress and goals
Ability to meet or exceed performance metrics
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Minimum of 1 year related experience required
Ability to work with senior management and Hiring Managers within client companies to ensure successful partnerships
Skilled in sourcing, cold call, and competitor direct sourcing techniques
Strong organizational skills, including time management and multi-tasking
PC Proficiency in MS Office and the ability to navigate within Microsoft systems
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Adept at communicating expectations, providing feedback, and managing an efficient process
Ability to work under minimal supervision
A wide degree of creativity, near and long-term recruiting vision, business understanding, and personal organization
An innovative and energetic personality, with the ability to lead teams as well as collaborate with local and community leaders
Professional manner and appearance
Preferred
Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Social Services or related field preferred
A minimum of 2 years job development experience in recruiting, career coaching, and/or professional development experience may substitute for degree requirements
Experience working with Agile CRM, Salesforce, or other tracking software preferred
Benefits
Paid Vacation
Sick Time
Paid Holidays
Medical
Dental
Vision
Company matching 401K
Company
U.S.VETS
U.S.VETS is a veteran services organization providing emergency housing assistance, resources, and support.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.03MKey Investors
Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco
2019-09-23Grant· $0.03M
Leadership Team
Stephen Peck
President and CEO
Recent News
2025-06-04
2025-02-13
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