Job Developer

Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of refugees? Do you thrive in a challenging and rewarding environment? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

In this role, Job Developers provide employment connectivity for immigrant and refugee job seekers by working directly with employers in a variety of industries and positions across St. Louis to facilitate screening and referral to jobs. Job Developers also guide, coach, and prepare clients for successful employment and career advancement in the US. This regularly requires local travel during work hours as part of the role.

Join our team of dedicated professionals who are committed to excellence and integrity in all that we do. Take the next step in your career and apply today. You can get great benefits such as medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; including flexible spending account, PTO, retirement benefit, 10 paid holidays - including 3 floating holidays, paid parental leave, and paid lunch hour.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Participate in full cycle recruitment activities including job description development, sourcing, screening, interviewing, on‑boarding and post‑hire support by working with employer partners
• Engage and recruit for a variety of positions with family‑supporting wages and based on career‑laddering options and client career pathway needs
• Maintain regular contact and interactions with assigned employers over the phone, through email and face‑to‑face interactions
• Teach and reinforce employment preparedness curriculum and coach clients during their employment process, as well when issues arise
• Maintain confidentiality of all client records and information
• Other duties include cold‑calling, report writing, maintaining and updating employer records, scanning, retention documentation, etc., among others
• Perform other appropriate duties as assigned

Required Skills/Abilities

• Excellent interpersonal, networking, and communication skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and online database
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines; possess flexibility, professionalism, and empathy in times of stress
• Strong organizational skills and experience with self‑directed workload
• Ability to prioritize, effectively manage multiple projects concurrently.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team as necessary.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of organization's information.
• Ability to work productively in a multicultural environment and demonstrate respect for differences.
• Ability to work an irregular schedule, if necessary
• Linguistic ability in Spanish, Swahili, Arabic, Dari, Pashto, Kinyarwanda, or Somali preferred
• Knowledge of US employment law/recruiting process is preferred

Other

• Must have a car and valid driver's license with proof of insurance

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree with relevant coursework (such as Human Resources, Marketing, Public Relations, or Business Administration), preferred
• Associate's Degree with relevant coursework and 2 years of full-time experience
• Increasingly responsible (2-4 years of full-time equivalent experience) in job development, human resources, job placement, or closely related field.
• Prior sales or customer service experience a plus

JOIN US!

Get ready to make a difference in the lives of refugees every day! If you believe that this position matches your requirements, applying for it is a breeze. To apply through our website or to view other job openings, visit iistl.isolvedhire.com/jobs/

INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE OF ST LOUIS: OUR STORY

The International Institute of St. Louis, a nonprofit organization, is our community's immigrant service and information hub. Our programs and services for immigrants, their families, and the wider community are locally and nationally acclaimed. We connect new arrivals with services and resources, engage foreign-born and the wider community, and build a more inclusive community.

Our Philosophy of Service: We SERVE with integrity, empathy, and respect. We are ACCOUNTABLE to our clients, our community, and ourselves. We CULTIVATE our clients' dignity through choice. We support all aspects of immigrant and refugee journeys from ARRIVING to THRIVING.

The above statements describe the job's essential responsibilities and requirements. This is not an exhaustive list of the duties that may be assigned to job incumbents.

Candidates of diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.

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