Youth Outreach / Engagement Specialist

We help job seekers and career changers prepare for and advance in careers with a focus on sustainable, high-growth, high-demand industries. Our committed and well-trained workforce professionals deliver comprehensive workforce solutions at integrated career centers, sector-focused centers and community, and partner sites.

• * Assist in the development of effective communication strategies for Equus Workforce Solutions and program partners to increase awareness of available workforce services in the community
  
  * Design engaging social media content on current events and programmatic highlights
  
  * Research and write content for the company website, infographics, blogs, and newsletters
  
  * Adhere to the company's style guide, ensuring high-quality and error-free copy
  
  * Prepare evaluative reports, communication and outreach campaigns
  
  * Collaborate with community partners in designing and marketing programmatic information, services and events for the purpose of recruitment and awareness
  
  * Responsible for maintaining high standards of confidentiality, including information relating to customers, employees and/or contacts
  
  * Flexible when unexpected changes in work volume, emergencies, staffing needs or other situations occur
  
  * Perform other duties as assigned

• * Degree in Communication or previous working experience as a communications specialist
  
  * Excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills
  
  * Outstanding organizational and time-management skills and the ability to juggle multiple projects simultaneously
  
  * Understanding of communications, public relations and marketing best practices including social media channels
  
  * Must possess exceptional writing skills and be able to compose engaging and accurate content
  
  * Strong communicator who works well independently and with a team
  
  * Ability to think strategically and identify ways to improve communication efforts
  
  * Excellent computer skills including some experience in design and marketing software

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Equus Workforce Solutions is a leading provider of workforce development services in North America. With a dedicated and passionate team, Equus puts the industry's best practices to work by focusing on the development, design, and delivery of demand-driven workforce solutions.

When you join Equus, you can expect extensive learning opportunities and networking programs. But most of all you can expect to make a lasting impact on the lives of others.

At Equus we are strengthened by diversity. We are committed to providing a work environment in which everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. Equus Workforce Solutions is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, religion, national origin, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or reprisal or any other characteristic protected under state, federal, or local law.