Business Consultant (Regional Recruiter) -Sumter

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About Us

Business is booming in South Carolina! Are you ready to be a part of developing and connecting the next generation of workers in this state?

Year after year, experts pick our state as one of the best in the country for doing business. Just last year, South Carolina announced more than 8,000 new jobs and $9.12 billion in capital investment.

Entrepreneurs are flocking to cities like Greenville, Charleston, Columbia, and Rock Hill to start and grow their businesses.

And our hospitality industry is primed to take off as travelers from around the world continue to discover the beauty and accessibility of South Carolina’s mountains and coast.

Here at the South Carolina Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW), we are laser-focused on connecting every jobseeker who comes through our doors with their next great career opportunity!

Are you looking for a meaningful position at an agency brimming with optimism and camaraderie that also offers job security, affordable health insurance, great retirement benefits, and work-life balance?

If so, continue reading to discover your chance to make a difference at DEW!

Job Description

Our Business Consultant serves within the Employment Services (ES) division.

ES programs improve the functioning of the labor market by bringing together individuals who are seeking employment and employers who are seeking workers.

The SC Works system provides jobseekers with career guidance, job referrals, assessments, and résumé assistance.

Free tools to assist employers include posting job openings, recruiting and screening candidates, and reviewing job market trends.

South Carolina’s 12 local workforce development boards administer the SC Works Centers throughout the state.

This position is in the Workforce and Economic Development division in the Santee-Lynches Region.

The incumbent will ensure consistent and effective development of services to businesses that demonstrate clear connections between workforce development activities and employers’ needs.

The Business Consultant will assist with all services as needed within an SC Works Center.

This position requires scheduled travel to the following counties: Clarendon, Kershaw, Lee, and Sumter.

Key Responsibilities

• Promote the services offered through the SC Works Center by attending partner meetings, community meetings and participating on the Business Services Team.
• Market SC Works services to employers with a focus on Federal Contractors.
• Participate as an engaged, active member of the Regional Business Service Team by working with economic development and ReadySC when new projects arise.
• Schedule recruitment and/or hiring events.
• Meet with new businesses and communicate with existing businesses currently using the SC Works website.
• Ensure that employers are receiving qualified applicants by working with employers to review job orders and proofread for accuracy and EO compliance.
• Give timely, professional, and attentive customer service to employers.
• Actively participate in local Business Services Teams and follow Business Services Certification Standards.
• Communicates regarding labor market information, business, and tax related incentive programs, WIOA, OJT, and services available to meet the employers’ needs.
• Participates in trainings when offered.
• Provide ongoing support to SC Works Centers and all Workforce programs.

If you’re ready to take on this challenge and help support South Carolina’s workforce system, please apply. We look forward to hearing from you!

Requirements

Education and Experience

A Bachelor’s Degree and relevant training and experience; OR any equivalent combination of education, relevant training and experience sufficient to perform the essential functions of the position.

Additional Requirements
Valid South Carolina driver’s license. Position requires overnight travel and routine driving. May require employee to work evenings and weekends. Other duties as required.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree with at least three years of experience in recruitment/selection, interviewing, workforce development, or a related field.

Additional Information

Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Please complete the State application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.