EMPLOYER ENGAGEMENT LEAD

Overview

Drive employer partnerships and revenue for adult biotech/IT training programs.

Key Responsibilities

• system creation
• data management
• salesforce management
• partner development
• advisory board
• sales cycle

Tasks

-Internal Systems Creation and Data Management -Cultivate employer partners to provide funding support for IT and Bio training programs. -Partnering with the Career Exploration & Readiness Instructor to identify companies that could provide our students tours of their workspace; -Convening an advisory board meeting with both existing and new partnerships that you’ve formed; -Attending an evening networking event and establishing new relationships with potential employer partners; -Provide insights on how shifts in the political landscape affect workforce development opportunities in Bio and IT. -Present, promote, and educate existing and prospective employer partners, including meeting with Human Resources at large companies detailing why they should hire our alumni, present to the head of marketing at biotech company why they should sponsor our program, and recruit employees at large companies to volunteer to share skills and knowledge with our trainees. -Working with our Program Director to develop and deliver a pitch to an existing employer partner from whom we’re seeking funding support; -Build, grow and manage both the IT and Bio advisory boards, including recruitment of members and coordinating board activity. -Documenting conversations and employer touchpoints in Salesforce and overseeing that other team members have done the same. -Maintain records in Salesforce. -Supporting our Alumni Programming Manager to find employer partner volunteers to participate in mock interviews during our Career Week; -Create internal systems to connect employer partners to Just A Start staff. -Generate new employer partnerships, reconnect and reinvigorate lapsed relationships, maintain existing relationships. -Identify and grow alternative revenue streams outside of traditional philanthropic funding sources. -Quality-focused - We develop and continuously adapt our programming, policies and practices using stakeholder input to align with industry needs and standards. -Develop and articulate sales cycle in partnership with leadership. -Represent the Adult Career Training program externally at both large events and in one-on-one meetings.

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Benefits

-Work Hours: Typically Monday-Friday, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm, with an average of 2-3 days in the office with occasional modifications to accommodate evening and weekend events. -You will give a 10-15 minute sales pitch on anything you are passionate about. The goal is for you to capture our interest, making us excited to learn more. The presentation can be completely unrelated to work and could be something you’re passionate about, like convincing the audience to start composting. You will be provided a rubric in advance. -Location: Hybrid remote/in the office. Weekly in-person team days are Monday and Wednesday (These may shift depending on the program schedule and need) . -Compensation: $65,000-$75,000 -We’ll ask you questions about our company values and experience related to the role and provide time for you to ask questions as well.

About Just A Start

-Founded to provide underrepresented communities with pathways to economic self-sufficiency. -Specializes in creating educational programs and training opportunities for individuals seeking stable careers. -Focuses on helping individuals gain the skills and credentials needed to thrive in the workforce. -Partners with local organizations to create tailored programs that address specific community needs. -Uses a holistic approach, blending skill-building, mentorship, and job readiness programs. -Tracks success through outcomes like job placement rates and increased financial stability for participants.

Sector Specialisms

Interview Process

-upload resume and answer application questions (≈45 min). -60‑minute zoom interview with hiring manager. -75‑minute in‑person interview with act staff, includes a 10‑15 min sales pitch. -reference checks. -background check conducted through chekr.

Security Clearance

-background check performed via chekr (step 5).