Job Developer

The Center for Employment Opportunities (CEO) is seeking a Job Developer to play a crucial role in helping formerly incarcerated individuals transition successfully into stable employment. This position involves developing and maintaining relationships with employers, matching participants with suitable job opportunities, and achieving placement goals. The role requires a combination of strategic planning, relationship building, and direct participant support.

The ideal candidate will have experience in workforce development or recruitment, with a strong commitment to social justice and reentry work. They will be responsible for producing up to 5 direct placements monthly, conducting employer outreach, and managing a caseload of participants through the job search and placement process.

CEO has a rich history dating back to the 1970s, growing from a Vera Institute of Justice project to 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 position offers a salary of $54,500 with comprehensive benefits including medical and dental coverage, professional development opportunities, paid parental leave, retirement plan, and various leave benefits. CEO strongly encourages applications from individuals with lived experience of incarceration and maintains a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in their hiring practices.

This role represents an opportunity to make a significant impact on reducing recidivism rates while helping individuals rebuild their lives through meaningful employment. The position requires resilience, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work effectively under pressure while maintaining a focus on both individual and organizational goals.