Neighborhood-Workforce Coordinator

Job Summary:

Under the broad supervision of and working directly with the Director of Neighborhoods and The Senior Workforce Coordinator of Dallas Leadership Foundation, the Neighborhood-Workforce Coordinator is the principal staff member responsible supporting community-based workforce development initiatives by connecting local residents to job training, employment opportunities and supportive services. This role builds strong partnerships among employers, training providers, and neighborhood organizations to increase access to sustainable employment and promote economic mobility at the neighborhood level.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities:

• Meet with partner organizations to ascertain expectations.
• Serve as a primary liaison between neighborhood residents, workforce programs and local employers.
• Meet with community leaders to locate possible community projects.
• Identify and recruit program participants through community outreach, events, and partnerships with local organizations.
• Conduct intake assessments to determine individual employment goals skill, and barriers to employment.
• Maintain relationships with community partners , employers, and service providers to coordinate resources and referrals.
• Create weekly progress reports for the supervisor.
• Track and report participant progress, outcomes, and program performance metrics using data management systems.
• Organize neighborhood job fairs, hiring events, and informational workshops.
• Contribute to strategic planning by identifying neighborhood workforce trends and community needs.
• Be comfortable developing and facilitating training and presentations in front of small and medium-sized groups.

Qualifications:

• Culturally competent with the ability to work effectively in diverse communities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, CRM, or workforce tracking software.
• Strong verbal, writing, interpersonal, and analytical skills.
• Highly motivated self-starter.
• An undergraduate degree in Human services, Workforce Development, Community Development, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Bilingual in English/Spanish is a plus
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and work well with others.
• Must have reliable transportation and a valid driver's license

Performance Evaluation Areas:

• Communication: convey information and instructions both orally and in writing
• Teamwork: participate in building consensus decision-making efforts
• Job Aptitude: perform assigned tasks
• Job Attitude: show motivation for the job