Employment Partnership Coordinator

We are seeking a dedicated and dynamic Employment Partnership Coordinator to join our Youth Workforce Services team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for fostering relationships with community organizations, businesses, and educational institutions to facilitate employment opportunities for our program participants. The Employment Partnership Coordinator will play a crucial role in building strategic partnerships and connecting job seekers with relevant opportunities, resources and support services. 

Duties 

• Leads career related events, job shadowing experiences, job clubs, mentoring opportunities, hiring events and career panels. 
• Coordinates and/or directly provide group presentations and training, including workshops. 
• Develop and maintain strong partnerships with local businesses, community organizations, and educational institutions to identify employment opportunities for program participants.
• Collaborate with internal teams to understand the needs and goals of job seekers and align partnership efforts accordingly.
• Attend and coordinate hiring events, networking events, and other outreach activities to learn about employment opportunities and engage with potential employers.
• Provide guidance and support to job seekers in navigating the job search process, including resume writing, interview preparation, and job application assistance.
• Conduct outreach and presentations to promote awareness of our  programs and services.
• Stay informed about current labor market trends, industry needs, and employment-related policies to better serve job seekers and employers.
• Track and report on partnership activities, outcomes, and successes to evaluate program effectiveness and inform future strategies.
• Collaborate with internal departments, partners agencies and stakeholders to leverage resources and maximize impact on employment outcomes.
• Represent the organization at community events, meetings, and conferences to enhance visibility and networking opportunities.
• Conducts follow-up with employers to determine status of job referrals.
• Schedules meetings with partners to strengthen and understand employer needs.
• Supports with volunteer recruitment and related activities and trainings. 
• Supports with coordination of workforce initiatives and special projects. 
• Perform other relevant duties as requested by program director.  

Qualifications and Experience Requirements  

• Experience in networking, cold calling, promoting and sales.
• At least 3 years of experience in partnership development or workforce development.
• Strong local connections and network. 
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage with diverse stakeholders and build productive relationships.
• Demonstrated knowledge of employment services, workforce development programs, and career advancement strategies.
• Proven ability to organize events, manage projects, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with database management preferred.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Passion for serving others and making a positive impact on the community.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Education and Certification Requirements 

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as social work, human resources, business administration, or a related field.

Other Requirements  

• Must have reliable transportation and state required automobile insurance coverage and valid Class C California driver’s license (mileage to be reimbursed).  

• Clean driving record.

Physical Requirements   

To perform this job the individual must be able to carry out all essential functions satisfactorily.    

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.     

• Approximately 50% of time is spent sitting, while frequently required to walk, stand and bend.  
• Must be able to speak and hear well.    
• Good vision is imperative.    
• Occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.    
• Employee will be required to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds without assistance .    

Expectations for All Para Los Niños Staff    

Candidates for employment at Para Los Niños, regardless of position, will consistently demonstrate the following:   

• Unwavering belief in and commitment to fulfill the mission of Para Los Niños.  
• Deep commitment to the success of all PLN students and families.  
• Commitment to excellence and high standards -- for self, students, and colleagues.  
• Continuous learning by engaging in reflection, self-assessment, and individual professional development.  
• Use of data to inform decisions and drive continuous improvement.  
• Ability to thrive as a member of a collaborative team.  
• Self-motivation and initiative with solutions-oriented disposition.  
• Belief in and ability to develop respectful relationships with families and children informed by the students’ cultural and socioeconomic characteristics.  
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.  
• Ability to effectively handle challenging situations.  
• Comfort with basic Microsoft Office applications and a curiosity and propensity to push own adoption of new technology and approaches.  
• Regular, punctual attendance and professional appearance.  

Para Los Niños is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer     

It is the established policy of Para Los Niños (PLN) to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without discrimination with regard to race, religious belief (including dress or grooming practices), color, sex, sex stereotype, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions (including breast feeding), age, national origin (including possessing a driver’s license issued under Vehicle Code § 12801.9), ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identification and expression, transgender status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic characteristics, genetic information, family care, marital status, enrollment in any public assistance program, status as military, a veteran or qualified disabled veteran, status as an unpaid intern or volunteer, or any other classification protected by law. PLN also prohibits discrimination based on the perception that anyone has any of those characteristics or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of those characteristics.