Job Description:

Title: Recruiter

Classification: Non-Exempt


Scope of Position

Coordinates the overall function of the participant recruitment and job fulfillment process. Works with the Recruiter Coordinator and Career Advisors to understand the qualifications necessary to meet the needs of employers. Actively recruits and matches qualified job seekers to open job postings and work based training opportunities.


Essential Functions

· Counsel, motivate and encourage job seekers in advancing employment, training and retention goals, and provide support in resolving issues that may impede successful job placement

· Partner with career advisement teams in utilizing real-time labor market information from employers and facilitate job matching to support positive outcomes

· Coordinate with Business Services team to connect with an employer pool specifically targeted to high priority occupations in Lehigh and Northampton Counties

· Implement recruiting processes and initiatives to identify and connect job seekers requiring skills development with employers providing work-based trainings

· Oversee job seeker’s work-based training to provide career counseling, job coaching, and career mentoring that ensures sustained employment

· Assess jobseekers’ skills and suitability for referral to available job openings

· Assist in the facilitation of employability skills and resume review tailored to specific job openings

· Screen applicants, provide job leads and details employers’ needs and skills set required for current openings

· Outreach to, and continue to follow up with employers on behalf of job seekers transitioning to unsubsidized employment to insure optimal onboarding and successful retention

· Implement recruiting and job development processes and initiatives

· Monitor and communicate assigned caseloads of job seekers’ performance and progress with assigned Career Advisor, supervisor and business services team

· Communicate with Business Services Representatives regarding all postings and openings

· Build and coordinate a pipeline of qualified job seekers through recruitment events

· Plan, implement, and track outcomes of customized recruitment events to meet the specific needs of each employer

· Facilitate and present workshops and information sessions for jobseekers

· Reach weekly and quarterly target measurements

· Track progress for weekly reports and completes required reports as it pertains to program operations

· Other opportunities as available


Education and Experience Requirements

· Two years of professional experience in recruiting, sales, account management or a

related business relationship management capacity

· Excellent communication, analytical and interpersonal skills

· Bachelor's degree is preferred, or an acceptable combination of education and experience

· Bilingual ability a plus

· Clean driving record and reliable transportation required

EDSI is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.