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Per Scholas is seeking a Manager of Talent Solutions in Cincinnati, Ohio, to enhance job placement for graduates in technology roles by developing employer relationships and providing career guidance.

Responsibilities: The Manager will conduct employer outreach, provide career advisement to graduates, manage placement data, and facilitate connections between graduates and employers.

Skills: 3-5 years in human resources, recruiting, or workforce development; strong communication skills; ability to leverage employer relationships; proficiency in Salesforce and data management.

Qualifications: Experience in job readiness or workplace skills training; knowledge of workforce development and social media platforms.

Location: Cincinnati, Ohio, United States

Compensation: $55000 - $60000 / Annually

POSITION TITLE: Manager, Talent Solutions

REPORTS TO: Sr. Manager, Talent Solutions

LOCATION: Cincinnati, Ohio

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Per Scholas seeks a Manager Talent Solutions to ensure our graduates successfully attain mid-level technology positions after graduation. The Talent Solutions team coordinates with Per Scholas local and national resources to identify, develop and cultivate relationships with new and existing corporate employer partners to place successful graduates in jobs with them and create hiring pipelines for our graduates achieving an 80% job attainment target for each cohort. Additionally, the Manager will also support recent graduates and alumni with career advisement such as finding, responding, and preparing for job interviews. as well as advising students 1:1 and in small groups on career advancement opportunities to ensure successful placement in relevant jobs in the technology sector.

We are a small, multi-disciplinary team seeking individuals who can ensure the success of our new and existing employer partnerships and support our alumni to secure jobs in the tech sector. We are seeking talented, DEIB aware, and passionate entrepreneurial professionals to join our team.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

Employer Outreach

Partner with the Sr. Manager to build a pipeline of hiring employers with the goal of securing jobs for all graduates through both revenue generating and free-based placements.
Develop a strong network of local employers to support job placement of graduates and establish a voice in workforce development.
Support the Sr. Manager in pitch development, sector and occupational analysis, and prospect research to develop the employer pipeline.
Conduct initial outreach to employers through a variety of prospecting tools including attending job fairs, networking events, and email and social media outreach

Career Advisement

Provide personalized guidance and support to individuals regarding job attainment and career progression within their organization.
Assist individuals in identifying and planning their career paths, aligning their skills and aspirations with available opportunities.
Offer advice on professional development opportunities, training programs, and skill enhancement to aid in career advancement.
Collaborate with Talent Solutions to recommend graduates for specific job requisitions, leveraging insights into individual skills and talents.
Conduct one-on-one sessions to address career concerns, strategize career goals, and provide ongoing support throughout their professional journey within the organization.
Facilitate connections with relevant stakeholders, mentors, and departments to broaden career prospects and opportunities.
Conduct job readiness assessments on learners to ensure their readiness for graduation and future employment.
Co-manage alumni outreach and activities for students graduating from Per Scholas programs

Data Management

Monitor and manage student outcome and placement data in Per Scholas Salesforce database as well as up-and-out metrics for internal and client reporting
Maintain accurate records of career advisement sessions and contribute to reports evaluating the success of career development initiatives.
Provide feedback from employers to the product development team to strengthen our curriculum and services

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO US:

Professional Qualifications

3-5 years related professional experience preferably in human resources/recruiting, sales/business development, career development, and/or adult workforce development
Career and job development with specific experience with job-readiness/workplace skills training
Ability to generate or leverage existing relationships with employers
Knowledge of workforce development
Experience with social media platforms
Data savvy and metrics orientation
Knowledge of Salesforce, learning management systems a plus

Personal Characteristics

You thrive in a creative, inventive, fast-paced startup environment with people who are passionate about their work and mission.
You are data-driven, result-oriented, and a forward-looking catalyst for social change.
You have a collaborative and flexible work style. You’re excited to work cross-functionally with other departments and independently.
You are an effective communicator with strong oral and written skills.
You are tech savvy and learn new tools quickly.
You are detail oriented, with exceptional organizational and time management skills.
You stand behind our mission, believing that individuals from any community should have access to well-paying career positions, and that talent should be recognized and recruited from many diverse sources.

For this role specifically, we are targeting a salary of $60,000 with a range between $55,000 and $60,000 where the difference in salary is typically determined by several factors, including geography in which the selected candidate resides, and alignment with qualifications and experience.

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