The Staten Island Workforce1 Career Center is partnering with Equus Workforce Solutions to find qualified candidates for a Career Development Specialist in Staten Island, NY. Equus Workforce Solutions helps job seekers and career changers prepare for and advance in careers, with a focus on sustainable, high-growth, and high-demand industries. The organization provides comprehensive workforce solutions through integrated career centers, specialized centers, community locations, and partner sites. Equus is committed to helping individuals achieve their career goals through workforce development services and professional support.

The Career Development Specialist helps job seekers prepare for employment and advance their careers through career planning, job readiness workshops, and employment support. This role assists individuals with job searches, interview preparation, and career pathway guidance to help them pursue suitable employment opportunities. The specialist also collaborates with the Business Development team to connect job seekers with employers, build professional relationships, and identify job openings. The position works toward monthly team performance goals while supporting individuals throughout their career development process.

This position is located in Staten Island, NY.

• Facilitate job readiness workshops to prepare individuals for employment.
• Assist job seekers with career planning, job searches, and interview preparation.
• Provide career pathway guidance and employment readiness support.
• Collaborate with the Business Development team to secure job orders and identify employment opportunities.
• Build relationships with employers to connect job seekers with suitable positions.
• Support career development and employment preparation services for program members.
• Maintain organized records and support communication and coordination across the team.
• Work toward monthly team performance goals while providing customer service and employment support.

• Bachelor's degree with at least 2 years of related experience, associate's degree with at least 3 years of related experience, or High School Diploma/High School Equivalency (HSE) with at least 4 years of related experience.

• Strong customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills.

• Moderate to high proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

• Ability to facilitate job readiness workshops and assist members with employment preparation and career development.

• Strong organizational, time management, and recordkeeping skills.

• Ability to collaborate with team members, employers, and community partners to support employment opportunities.

• Ability to work toward monthly performance goals in a results-oriented environment.

• Experience in sales, business development, or community engagement preferred.

• Bilingual English/Spanish proficiency preferred but not required.