About Us:

Queens Community House (QCH) is a multi-site, multi-service settlement house dedicated to serving the diverse population of Queens through a broad network of programs and services for children and youth, adults and families, and older adults. As a modern interpretation of the traditional settlement house, we incorporate current best practices, cost-effective management, innovative leadership, and a passion for social and economic justice into our work. Our mission is to provide individuals and families with the tools to enrich their lives and build healthy, inclusive communities. We welcome amazing individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences who are inspired by our mission and are highly motivated to change lives.

Job Description:

We are seeking a qualified Senior Job Developer who will be responsible for placing young adults ages 17-24 in full-time positions. At least 75% of the program’s out-of-school, unemployed, and underemployed young adults must reside in zip codes impacted by high rates of gun violence. This initiative treats gun violence as a public health crisis and includes both short-term solutions and long-term strategies that focus on community-based intervention and prevention to break the cycle of violence. A key component of our prevention strategy is providing access to and readiness for careers for out-of-school young people.

Responsibilities:

Supervising and Staff Development

• Supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned personnel and provide development and training opportunities for staff.

• Participate in the selection of new employees as assigned.

• Provide scope and prioritization on work assignments for staff, ensuring strong attention to detail and adherence to deadlines.

Employer Engagement and Cultivation

• Manage and steward relationships with corporate and large business partners.

• Network with businesses of all sizes within the community to foster engagement.

• Conduct follow-ups with corporate employers to maintain and strengthen partnerships.

• Develop and deliver compelling sales pitches to potential employers.

• Research and identify new employer prospects to expand engagement opportunities for program participants.

Workplace Skills Training & Workshops

• Assist job developers in identifying and participating in industry-specific job fairs.

• Support job developers in proactively creating and maintaining a calendar for ongoing participant skill development.

Placements & Data

• Oversee timely and accurate input of placement data.

• Review reports for accuracy to ensure informed participation and tracking.

• Maintain audit-ready files for compliance.

• Conduct regular check-ins with employers throughout the placement process.

• Monitor contract deliverables to stay informed of progress and adherence to goals.

Participant Engagement

• Support job developers by assisting with regular check-ins with participants.

• Ensure participants remain on track with their placements and provide the necessary support to guide them toward success.

What You’ll Get:

Queens Community House offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience and a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical

• Dental

• Vision

• Life Insurance

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

• Paid Family Leave

• 403b Retirement Plan

• Up to 27 days of annual leave (17 days in your first year) and 12 sick days

• Specified Federal Holidays off

• Professional development, training, and networking opportunities

Additionally, QCH supplements the New York State Paid Family Leave benefit to ensure our team members receive full pay during their approved leave.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Queens Community House, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Drug-Free Workplace.

We are a passion-led, mission-driven organization, continually striving to enrich the lives of our diverse member community.