CSR Workforce Development Specialist

CSR Workforce Development Specialist The IEC Chesapeake Chapter is looking for a dynamic Workforce Development Specialist to help shape the next generation of electrical professionals. In this role, you'll be at the center of our recruitment and retention effortsconnecting students and adults to life-changing careers through pre-apprenticeships, School-to-Apprenticeship programs, and employer partnerships. If you love outreach, organization, and seeing people succeed, this is your chance to make a real difference in the skilled trades. Key Responsibilities Screen, interview, and guide applicants through apprenticeship and pre-apprenticeship programs. Coordinate interviews between candidates and hiring contractors. Follow up with candidates from job fairs, outreach events, and school programs. Manage on-boarding and program paperwork with accuracy and care. Track applicant and student employment status using internal databases. Maintain the Available Apprentice List and Hiring Contractors List. Respond to program inquiries with professionalism and enthusiasm. Prepare reports and outreach documentation as needed. Assist with social media content to promote programs and opportunities. Set up classrooms and labs for training, events, and occasional Saturday programs. Provide backup support for phones and front-desk customer interactions. Skills, Knowledge and Expertise Minimum 2 years of related experience (or equivalent education/experience). Strong organizational, planning, and follow-through skills. Proficiency in Windows, MS Office, Outlook, database systems, and presentation software. Working knowledge of social media platforms. Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities. Strong analytical skills and attention to detail. Comfort working with diverse populations, partners, and community stakeholders. High level of professionalism when handling confidential information. Valid driver's license and clean DMV record. Physical & Scheduling Requirements Primarily light physical activity with occasional lifting up to 50 pounds. Ability to stand, walk, sit, reach, and use hands throughout the day. Varied schedule may include evenings and occasional weekends. Why This Role Matters This isn't just an administrative jobit's a mission-driven role that helps people launch meaningful careers while supporting the growth of the electrical industry. You'll see the direct results of your work in the success of students, apprentices, and employers alike. About Anne Arundel Workforce Development Corporation (AAWDC) AAWDC is a nonprofit corporation that provides innovative, high-quality workforce development services to Anne Arundel County businesses and residents. We are the bridge between understanding the workforce and talent development needs of local and regional businesses and preparing individuals to meet their full career potential. Our Business & Industry Solutions team provides various services to the local business community, and one of them is recruitment assistance. Therefore, the job postings in this section are not directly associated with our organization; instead, they are featured here as a service for one of our business partners. Our Hiring Process Stage 1: Applied Stage 2: Review Stage 3: Referred to Business Stage 4: Interview Stage 5: Hired

Created: 2026-03-05