[Hiring] Workforce Development Specialist II @Mortenson

Role Description

Mortenson is currently seeking an experienced Workforce Development Specialist II – Data Center Group to join our team. This role will serve as a liaison with community partners, community-based organizations, city, county and state officials, business and industry, union trade and technical schools, and all educational institutions within the area(s) assigned. This role is focused on assisting job seekers expressing interest in employment within the construction industry and program participants in their efforts to kickstart a career within the industry.

Location: Although this is a remote position, we are only considering candidates in the following locations: Minneapolis, MN / Denver, CO / Chicago, IL area / Nashville, TN / San Antonio, TX / Phoenix, AZ

Responsibilities

• Meet with job seekers and potential program candidates to discuss and develop clear career and employment goals.
• Provide navigational coaching, including career pathway and transition services, follow-up and retention, and referral services for job seekers.
• Assist potential candidates and program participants on a walk-in/appointment basis to determine fit for a program and related funding resources.
• Complete mandated/time-sensitive Progress Reports for program participants to maintain satisfactory progress.
• Work as a member of the project site teams to collaborate with Mortenson onsite project leadership, customers, and trade partners.
• Explore industry trends and their impact on employment and hiring trends.
• Conduct outreach, recruitment, prescreens, and orientation for potential program candidates.
• Coordinate with community partners and educational institutions to identify and recruit special populations.
• Partner with the internal marketing team to develop appropriate marketing materials.
• Provide systematic communication with program participants through multiple methods.
• Effectively work and build relationships with those of diverse backgrounds and organizational levels.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; if no Bachelor’s degree, high school diploma/GED or equivalent required with 3+ years of workforce development experience.
• 3+ years of experience in Workforce Development, including case management experience with a caseload of at least 50 program participants.
• Previous experience interacting with corporate companies, community leaders, and local political officials.
• Ability to interact with a diverse population and build relationships quickly.
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Ability to handle multiple projects with varying deadlines simultaneously.
• Proficient skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Basic knowledge of data analysis and reporting.
• Strong cross-cultural relationship building and influencing at all organizational levels.
• Proven track record of including diverse team members when assigning challenging and high-profile tasks.
• Active listening skills and effective communication, including openness to diverse input and feedback.
• Ability to travel up to 75%.
• Bilingual English/Spanish fluency preferred.

Benefits

• Medical and prescription drug plans that include no additional cost vision coverage.
• Dental plan.
• 401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match.
• Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves.
• Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
• No-Cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work-life resources.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Adoption Assistance.
• Gym Membership Discount Program.

Company Description

As a top builder, developer, and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction), our expertise spans markets like sports, renewable energy, data centers, healthcare, and more. We are builders at heart, working to ensure the built environment has a lasting positive impact.