WorkForce West Virginia
Business Development Specialist 2 - Commerce - Workforce WV -Monongalia Co.
WorkForce West Virginia, Charleston, West Virginia, us, 25329
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This job opportunity is not in the classified service and is not covered by the West Virginia Division of Personnel merit system.
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Business Development Specialist 2 Monongalia County Exempt Position At WorkForce, WV (WFWV), this position is in the Employment Services section physically located in the Morgantown local office. This position will be responsible for facilitating a close working relationship with new and existing businesses in West Virginia within their geographical region handling specific counties. This position will cover Region 6 with thirteen counties: Barbour, Braxton, Doddridge, Gilmer, Harrison, Lewis, Marion, Monongalia, Preston, Randolph, Taylor, Tucker, and Upshur. This position serves under the federal program administered by the United States Department of Labor, Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA). The position will assist in identifying and supporting workforce employer needs. Develops methods to assist in employer engagement and employer retention. Research potential businesses and jobs within these businesses, matching job seekers to the business. Identifies skill gaps so productivity may be improved for employers. The position requires an understanding that West Virginia employer communities are the customer base of WorkForce WV (WFWV) providing quality customer service. The position will market WFWV services and work collaboratively with WV local offices; Regional Workforce Development Boards; local business consultants; area chambers; partner agencies to coordinate tax credits, on-the-job training, and other incentives to hire qualified West Virginia workers. Will present ideas and concepts about WFWV services and offerings through presentations, including public speaking to large or small groups. Documents and maintains services in the management system, currently Mid Atlantic Career Consortium (MACC) computer system. Documents activities in weekly and monthly reports, in addition to other reports as assigned. Will assist plan, organize, and coordinate in the planning of job fairs, WFWV events, college fairs, and WFWV related Chamber events to market WFWV services. Act as a Liaison for regional WDB' s services. Attends sponsored training, conferences, and meetings as directed. Coordinates with other agencies on a state and local level to develop partnerships to assist in coordination of services to employers and job seekers. Will align Business Services program in conjunction with the State Unified Plan focusing on increasing the labor participation rate for WFWV. This position requires excellent written and oral communication skills. Attention to details and multitasking, good attendance, as well as computer proficiency. A valid drivers license is required. Will require travel. Performs other related duties as assigned. Please note, this is an Exempt position and is not covered under the merit system administered by the West Virginia Division of Personnel.
This job opportunity is not in the classified service and is not covered by the West Virginia Division of Personnel merit system.
*** ***PLEASE CHECK OTHER INFORMATION SECTION FOR INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO APPLY***
Business Development Specialist 2 Monongalia County Exempt Position At WorkForce, WV (WFWV), this position is in the Employment Services section physically located in the Morgantown local office. This position will be responsible for facilitating a close working relationship with new and existing businesses in West Virginia within their geographical region handling specific counties. This position will cover Region 6 with thirteen counties: Barbour, Braxton, Doddridge, Gilmer, Harrison, Lewis, Marion, Monongalia, Preston, Randolph, Taylor, Tucker, and Upshur. This position serves under the federal program administered by the United States Department of Labor, Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA). The position will assist in identifying and supporting workforce employer needs. Develops methods to assist in employer engagement and employer retention. Research potential businesses and jobs within these businesses, matching job seekers to the business. Identifies skill gaps so productivity may be improved for employers. The position requires an understanding that West Virginia employer communities are the customer base of WorkForce WV (WFWV) providing quality customer service. The position will market WFWV services and work collaboratively with WV local offices; Regional Workforce Development Boards; local business consultants; area chambers; partner agencies to coordinate tax credits, on-the-job training, and other incentives to hire qualified West Virginia workers. Will present ideas and concepts about WFWV services and offerings through presentations, including public speaking to large or small groups. Documents and maintains services in the management system, currently Mid Atlantic Career Consortium (MACC) computer system. Documents activities in weekly and monthly reports, in addition to other reports as assigned. Will assist plan, organize, and coordinate in the planning of job fairs, WFWV events, college fairs, and WFWV related Chamber events to market WFWV services. Act as a Liaison for regional WDB' s services. Attends sponsored training, conferences, and meetings as directed. Coordinates with other agencies on a state and local level to develop partnerships to assist in coordination of services to employers and job seekers. Will align Business Services program in conjunction with the State Unified Plan focusing on increasing the labor participation rate for WFWV. This position requires excellent written and oral communication skills. Attention to details and multitasking, good attendance, as well as computer proficiency. A valid drivers license is required. Will require travel. Performs other related duties as assigned. Please note, this is an Exempt position and is not covered under the merit system administered by the West Virginia Division of Personnel.