Talent Sourcing Specialist (DAW NWAC)

Salary Range:$18.50 To $20.67 AnnuallyJOB TITLE:u00a0Talent Sourcing SpecialistDIVISION:u00a0Adult Servicesu00a0DEPARTMENT:u00a0Detroit At Work Career Centeru00a0LOCATION:u00a09301 Michigan AvenueREPORTS TO:u00a0Careeru00a0Center ManagerFLSA STATUS:u00a0Non-Exempt/Hourlyu00a0CLASSIFICATION:u00a0Full-Time Regularu00a0APPROVED DATE:u00a05/30/2025JOB SUMMARY:u00a0Responsible for sourcing and screening candidates for employment opportunities based on the employer specifications generated by the Detroit Employment Solutions Corporation's (DESC) Business Services team. The Talent Sourcing Specialist will collaborate with Career Caches to find and place qualified candidates in those jobs.u00a0ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:1. Work with DESC's Business Services team to help maintain relationships with employers to generate job opportunities for job-seeker base.2. Work closely with Career Advisors to determine the type of jobs that match the skills and qualifications of our job-seeker base.3. Market job opportunities to job-seekers through one-on-one meetings and on-site recruitment events.4. Screen candidates for job interviews and make appropriate referrals to employers.5. Make ongoing follow-up calls and/or site visits (if applicable) with job-seekers and employers to determine employment status and satisfaction with services delivered.6. Advise candidates on how to prepare for interviews.7. Meet monthly placement targets and compiles reports that track activities and outcomes.8. Responds promptly and professionally to job seeker and employer customers.9. Manages and updates database of job development leads and case notes.10. Maintains a current understanding of economic and employment trends and emerging career opportunities.11. Performs other duties as assigned.u00a0SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:u00a0Noneu00a0JOB QUALIFICATIONS:1. BA or BS degree or equivalent education and experience in workforce development programs.2. Two-three years' experience in recruiting, sales, job development or account management.3. Successful experience in meeting goals in a high-volume sales environment preferred.4. Ability to thrive in a performance-driven business setting and consistently meet goals.5. Demonstrated successful experience presenting in front of large groups.6. Superior Communications skills in writing and orally.7. Bilingual Skills (Spanish and/or Arabic) preferred.8. Demonstrated ability to collaborate with a team.9. Strong organizational skills.10. Exceptional sales skills with a demonstrated ability to generate leads, close deals and deliver results.11. Critical and creative thinking skills.12. Able to work in a fast-paced and performance-based environment.13. Proficiency with Microsoft Office, CRM applications and online sourcing tool.14. Must possess and provide a valid Michigan Driver's License. Must be willing to work a flexible schedule and have access to reliable transportation to commute to employer and Detroit At Work Career Center locations.PHYSICAL DEMANDS:u00a0The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. While performing the duties of t

Created: 2026-01-15