Workforce Development Specialist (Moving I-4 Forward)

Job description

Job Description Overview: We are seeking a Workforce Development Specialist to join our team for the Moving I-4 Forward, Program Office in Celebration, FL . This is an embedded position reporting to the office 5 days per week. Your role: - Manage recruitment outreach and candidate engagement through initial contact, follow-ups, and structured communication efforts - Conduct phone screenings to assess candidate eligibility, program fit, and readiness for participation - Oversee and coordinate all onboarding activities in alignment with established SOPs, ensuring timely completion of required documentation and program requirements - Serve as the liaison between candidates, the Contract Administration Team, and external partners including the temporary employment agency and hiring agency, ensuring seamless coordination throughout onboarding - Monitor onboarding progress through tracking systems, provide regular status updates, and proactively follow up with candidates to prevent delays in class placement - Coordinate and track background checks and drug screenings, including escalation of exceptions for review and ensuring compliance with program standards - Support class placement by...