Business Development Specialist

The Business Development Specialist supports business development, employer engagement, workforce services, marketing, outreach, and training activities within the Workforce & Business Development Program.

This position assists with connecting businesses to resources through the Business Resource Network (BRN), supports the ongoing operation of the OhioMeansJobs (OMJ) Career Center, and develops relationships with employers, community partners, and workforce organizations.

The role also supports program communications, client services, business development assistance, training and curriculum development, data tracking, events, and other initiatives designed to strengthen businesses and connect job seekers with employment opportunities.

Essential Functions Functional Area: Communications & Outreach Estimated Effort: 35% Package Business Development services and resources to meet the specific needs of employers and clientsAssist with the development, implementation, and delivery of business-related events and outreach activities, including job fairs, workshops, and other program activitiesManage, monitor, and update program social media accounts, including Facebook, Twitter, and other applicable platformsAssist with program marketing, communications, and outreach activitiesMaintain and update the Workforce & Business Development (W&B) webpage to ensure information is accurate, current, and relevant to the communities and businesses servedDevelop and coordinate the quarterly newsletter, periodic Hot Topics email communications, and other media, public relations, and promotional contentDevelop communications, marketing materials, advertising, and other public-facing content that informs and connects communities, businesses, and clients with available programs, services, resources, and opportunitiesCollaborate with team members to research, plan, coordinate, execute, and evaluate events, outreach activities, and other program initiativesProvide hands-on support for events, outreach, and community engagement activities to strengthen the programs presence throughout Pike County and surrounding countiesPerform general office duties, including filing, copying, faxing, answering telephones, and other administrative responsibilities as assigned Functional Area: Outreach & Program Delivery Estimated Effort: 35% Develop and implement marketing plans, promotional materials, graphic designs, public relations materials, and media outreach strategies for clients, partners, and program initiativesInitiate, develop, and maintain professional relationships with businesses, OhioMeansJobs (OMJ) Centers, Business Resource Network (BRN) partners, OMJ partners, workforce professionals, and community organizationsEnter and maintain accurate client and service data in CFIS and ARIES in accordance with program guidelines and procedures for tracking BRN and OMJ servicesCoordinate outreach and business events in collaboration with BRN and Business Development clients and c...