Employer Strategist

EmployAbilities Labour Force Link (LFL) Program seeks to fill a term-based, full-time position for an Employer Strategist supporting communities of Athabasca and Lac La Biche

The Employer Strategist is responsible for the engagement & delivery of Labour Force Link services & supports to employers needing assistance with finding, keeping, advancing and retaining their workforces, within their respective community.

It is a hybrid position with staff working from home, booking meeting space in the LES (Lakeland Employment Services) or other agencies as needed and out and about meeting employers on site. In Athabasca, the job holder will have a dedicated office space since there are no LES (Lakeland Employment Services) offices in that community.

**Location**:Athabasca/Lac La Biche

**Part Time/Full Time**:Full Time

**Term/Permanent**:Term Contract

**Term End date**:March 31, 2026.

**Hours of Work**:35 Hrs. per week

**Salary**: $55,000 annually

**Deadline for Submission**:Mar 15, 2024

**Your Responsibilities**:
**Demonstrate the Agency values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, integrity, and inclusiveness in all interactions and initiatives.**

**Intake and Assessment**:

- Determine employer eligibility and suitability for supports and services.
- Conduct employer needs assessments to identify the best approach to address acknowledged needs.

**Service Plan Development**:

- Support employers in developing service plans to address needs through applicable strategies, approaches, and timelines.
- Create and maintain up-to-date, accurate files, and timely documentation.

**Employer Development**:

- Promote the benefits and available support services to potential employers.
- Research and develop employer and industry relationships to understand local labor market conditions, available positions, required qualifications, and advancement opportunities.
- Research, develop, and implement project curriculum to address employer needs, technological changes, or labor market shifts.
- Promote and deliver various employer one-on-one and group workshops (face-to-face or virtually).
- Research grants and programs available to employers and assist them with paperwork.
- Maintain regular follow-up contact with employers using the most appropriate communication method.

**Community Involvement**:

- Represent the Agency and promote available supports, services, and programs to employers and the community through networking, presentations, conferences, job fairs, and other events.
- Develop excellent relationships with relevant organizations, government agencies, and industry associations to expand the employer support network.
- Undertake special tasks, research, projects, and other assignments within the Agency.
- Take the lead in organizing job fairs, employer connections, educational events, etc.

**Qualifications**:

- Degree/Diploma in Business Administration, Human Resources or Economics preferred. Education plus related experience will also be considered
- Extensive knowledge and skill in identifying opportunities relating to labour force and employer needs
- Proven experience in understanding labor market dynamics, workforce development strategies, employer-employee relations, and business management principles.
- Minimum 2 years’ experience working with business/employer related programs and services
- Ability to establish positive working relationships with individual employers and employer associations.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrate strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Valid Class five driver’s license with reliable vehicle
- Clear criminal record check.

Equivalency: Additional directly related experience may be considered in lieu of education on a one-for-one basis.

**Why Join the Team**

We offer an exciting and challenging work environment, as well as a company culture that values _**collaboration**_, _**innovation**_, _**inclusion**_, _**compassion, **_and _**integrity**_.

We provide an inclusive workplace with a highly engaged team that collaborates, supports, recognizes, and celebrates each others’ differences.

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package with RRSP matching, a professional development allowance, fifteen (15) paid personal days, telework as appropriate, and many additional perks.

**What Our Employees Have to Say**
- “I love my job and seeing how big of a difference we can make in people’s lives. I also am really thankful to have coworkers that genuinely care about one another and support each other.”_
- “Not only does EmployAbilities have good values, it demonstrates those values to clients and staff. It is the best environment that I have worked in, where my input is valued and all people are respected. EmployAbilities walks the talk.”_
- “I am finally doing what I have always wanted to do as a career. I love the fact I am helping cha