ACI Employer Engagement & Job Placement Specialist (Job Developer)

Help launch construction careers that change lives!

About ACI

The Andromeda Community Initiative (ACI) is a nonprofit organization that provides free education, certification, and hands-on workforce training to prepare individuals for successful careers in the construction industry. Our mission is to close the skills gap and help underrepresented New Yorkers access stable, well-paying jobs in construction, green construction and buildings operations/maintenance.

Position Overview

We are seeking an Employer Engagement & Job Placement Specialist (Job Developer) to connect ACI graduates with hiring employers across New York’s construction and energy sectors. This role bridges the gap between our job-ready graduates and contractors seeking dependable talent.

The ideal candidate is a relationship-driven professional who thrives at building employer partnerships, understanding workforce needs, and helping individuals transition successfully into meaningful careers.

Key Responsibilities

Build and maintain strong relationships with employers in the construction, energy efficiency, and buildings operations/maintenance arena.

Meet regularly with ACI students to assess job readiness and match them with the right employment opportunities.

Conduct employer outreach through calls, events, and site visits to expand ACI’s network of hiring partners.

Coordinate job fairs and recruitment events to connect employers with skilled program graduates.

Support participants through resume reviews/modifications, interview coaching, and mock interviews.

Enter case notes and track placement metrics in a timely manner to document client progress and organization progress and drive ongoing quality management.

Collaborate with social service and training teams to ensure ongoing support for jobseekers post-placement.

Work collaboratively with team members to insure organization-wide placement goals, presently at 80-85% of graduates.

Qualifications

Proven ability to engage employers and match candidates effectively to open roles.

Experience in business development, employer engagement, workforce development and/or business to business sales (construction industry strongly preferred).

Working knowledge of DOB and OSHA certification processes.

Familiarity with energy efficiency and green construction standards preferred.

Strong communication and organizational skills with attention to follow-through.

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience considered.

Why Join ACI?

At ACI, we don’t just train workers — we transform lives. You’ll be part of a passionate team that helps people gain skills, overcome barriers, and secure lasting employment in a growing sector that supports sustainability and community development.

Join us and help build stronger futures, one career at a time.