The Business Services/On-the-Job Training Specialist is responsible for implementing and operating a successful On-the-Job Training program to serve businesses and job-seeking candidates within Pitt, Beaufort, Bertie, Hyde , Martin and Hertford Counties of the Rivers East Workforce Development Board service area.
This program is funded through the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act and will offer a wage reimbursement incentive to a business to help offset the cost of training a new employee with limited skills. OJT is a viable pathway for unemployed workers seeking employment to find work and for employers to find participants seeking work.
The Specialist will facilitate the placement of WIOA-eligible job seekers with businesses that offer employment in addition to Work-Based Learning opportunities. This process allows the job seeker to re-enter the workforce and earn a wage while learning a new trade.
Candidates must have a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and the ability and willingness to travel as needed.
Candidates should have experience in or an understanding of sales, recruiting, marketing, human resources, banking, economic development, or other customer-facing, process-driven occupation.
Candidates should have a BA/BS degree from an accredited college/university in Business/Business Administration, Education, Marketing, Human Resources, or other relevant area of study.
Job is 8:00a-5:00p but will also involve extended hours (before 8:00a & beyond 5:00p) outside of the normal to include possible weekend hours.
Position will be based in Pitt County
Must pass a criminal background check and drug testing
Salary Range: $50,000/yr
Job Type: Full-time
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
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Work Location: In person