Business Services Recruiter (104029)

Company Description The Business Services Recruiter is a professional workforce development position responsible for developing and implementing strategic talent acquisition and employer engagement solutions that support regional workforce and economic development goals. This position exercises independent judgment and discretion in assessing employer workforce needs, developing recruitment strategies, coordinating workforce initiatives, and recommending talent solutions. Working collaboratively with the Rapid Response Team, Workforce Development Board, Business Solutions Team, educational institutions, community organizations, and employers, the Business Services Recruiter serves as a workforce consultant and Job Description Strategic Workforce Planning and Employer Engagement - Serve as a workforce development consultant to employers by assessing workforce challenges and recommending customized recruitment and talent acquisition strategies. - Develop and maintain strategic relationships with employers, industry associations, workforce partners, educational institutions, and community organizations. - Analyze employer workforce needs and labor market trends to identify opportunities for talent pipeline development. - Recommend workforce solutions aligned with regional economic development initiatives and workforce board priorities. - Participate in business retention, expansion, and workforce planning efforts throughout Franklin County. Recruitment Strategy and Talent Acquisition - Design, develop, and implement recruitment strategies that address employer workforce needs and labor market demands. - Utilize AI-enabled technologies, workforce intelligence tools, labor market information, and digital recruitment platforms to enhance talent acquisition efforts. - Evaluate recruitment outcomes and adjust strategies based on performance metrics and workforce trends. - Provide guidance to employers regarding recruitment best practices, candidate sourcing, and workforce development resources. Rapid Response and Workforce Transition Services - Collaborate with the Rapid Response Team to develop workforce transition strategies for dislocated workers and affected employers. - Coordinate and facilitate workforce transition activities, including customized hiring events, career fairs, recruitment campaigns, and workforce workshops. - Develop strategic reemployment plans that connect displaced workers with employment and training opportunities. - Recommend workforce solutions that minimize disruption and support rapid labor market reattachment. Workforce Development Program Integration - Partner with workforce development stakeholders to align recruitment activities with workforce investment priorities. - Support sector-based initiatives, talent pipeline development, apprenticeship programs, and workforce innovation projects. - Participate in strategic planning activities related to workforce development, employer engagement, and economic advancement. - Contribute to program design and implementation efforts that improve workforce outcomes. Labor Market Analysis and Performance Management Analyze labor market data, workforce trends, talent availability, and industry workforce demands. Prepare reports, recommendations, and presentations for employers, workforce partners, and leadership. Utilize workforce data and performance metrics to evaluate program effectiveness and identify opportunities for improvement. Monitor recruitment outcomes and implement continuous improvement strategies. Candidate Development and Workforce Readiness Provide professional guidance and workforce navigation services to job seekers and displaced workers. Assess workforce readiness needs and recommend appropriate employm