The Employment Specialist is responsible for cultivating relationships with employers throughout the Indianapolis area, with an emphasis on second-chance employers, paid training to employment programs, apprenticeships, and other career opportunities. In addition, this individual will prepare and coach MLK residents and 40 W. Digital participants who are unemployed or underemployed, helping them successfully obtain and retain meaningful employment.

This position develops employer partnerships, provides individualized employment navigation services, and ensures participants are successfully placed into competitive employment. The Employment Specialist maintains current knowledge of local labor market trends, workforce development resources, and employers committed to hiring individuals who face barriers to employment, including justice-involved individuals.