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.