Job Developer

The Center for Employment Opportunities (CEO) is seeking a Job Developer for their Oakland office to play a crucial role in helping formerly incarcerated individuals transition successfully into the workforce. This position is vital for creating employment opportunities and making meaningful matches between participants and employers. The role combines strategic business development, relationship building, and direct support to program participants.

The ideal candidate will bring experience in workforce development or recruitment, with a strong commitment to social justice and reentry work. They will be responsible for developing employer relationships, achieving placement goals, and providing direct support to program participants in their job search journey.

CEO has a rich history dating back to the 1970s, growing from a Vera Institute of Justice demonstration project to become the country's leading reentry employment organization. They've helped over 30,000 formerly incarcerated individuals secure full-time employment since 1996, serving 8,000-9,000 participants annually across the United States.

The organization offers a competitive salary of $54,500 along with comprehensive benefits including medical and dental coverage, professional development opportunities, paid parental leave, and retirement benefits. CEO is deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, actively encouraging applications from justice-involved individuals, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, and people with disabilities.

This role offers the unique opportunity to make a direct impact on reducing recidivism while helping individuals rebuild their lives through meaningful employment. The position requires a balance of strategic thinking, relationship building, and compassionate participant support, all while working toward concrete placement goals.