Job Developer (Employment & Training Administration)

Orange County Community College (SUNY Orange) located in the scenic Hudson Valley is a multi-campus College with locations in the cities of Middletown and Newburgh NY. We proudly claim the distinction of being the first county-sponsored New York State Community College. And for over 70 years SUNY Orange has been the primary workforce provider and educational resource for residents of Orange County and neighboring counties.

Our students come from all walks of life and are committed to their education and career development. Our graduates speak highly of a curriculum that challenges them and prepares them upon graduation to be competitive and successful if they are directly entering the workforce or to thrive when they transfer to four-year institutions. SUNY Orange values diversity has been certified as a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and has been named a Military Friendly college.

The College seeks dynamic individuals eager to engage in thoughtful energetic and impactful leadership and to help shape the future of a College that is respected within its community. If you desire the opportunity to mold the members of our diverse student body into the accomplished professionals and leaders they wish to become crave an administrative atmosphere where creativity and forward-thinking ideas are welcomed and are willing to roll up your sleeves to make it all happen we encourage you to consider joining our College community.

The Employment & Training Administration is currently seeking a full-time Job Developer to join their Job Developer will work within the Job Readiness Training Program (JRT) with job seekers/participants and employers to prepare and assist with job seekers are referred by Employment and Training (ETA) staff case managers and the Orange County Department of Social Services (DSS). They are receiving public assistance and have been determined to be employable. Participants are enrolled in the program where workshop preparation online and in-person job search and follow up activities are organized and led by the Job Developer.

The role calls for interaction and contacts with employers to inquire about job openings placement opportunities and retention. The essential nature of the work is to assist participants in meeting federal participation work requirements as well as help them to achieve economic independence. Self-starter qualities needed along with maintenance of participant records data entry and case note activities. Organization and computer skills are required. Candidate must have strong counseling skills to motivate clients and to identify and overcome barriers to achieve compliance with ETA program demands using a holistic supportive approach. May include employer and work site visits. This position must be able to travel between the career centers and other sites as needed.

Key responsibilities include:

• Assisting public assistance recipient individuals and families referred and mandated by ETA and DSS in finding employment.
• Responsible for planning coordinating and supervising work search activities along with attendance and program compliance.
• Give job readiness and training workshops in various related topics to groups of clients. Topics may include resume preparation job search strategies interviewing skills dress for success and other related subject matter.
• Will formulate career plans and evaluate barriers to employment.
• Accompany job seekers on daily van runs to visit employers to complete applications follow up on online applications and/or for a job interview. Act as a job coach by preparing and mentoring job seekers during every step in the process of securing employment. This may include encouraging and guiding appropriate dress attitude interview skills and other job readiness training.
• Develop and seek out job openings with area employers to provide opportunities for job seekers.
• Provide mentoring to participants who have been placed and identify post-employment related needs to remove barriers and set up for success. Provide retention services to both participant and employer.
• Involved in development of contracts that may include subsidized and training employment programs from start to finish such as On the Job Training Programs and tax saving incentives to employers.
• Responsible for data entry and case load management documenting participant activities vouchering and other related support.
• Must work with Career Center Case Managers and Career Specialists to maintain a professional relationship while giving feedback relating to customers employers and job openings. Will participate in weekly case conferences to discuss progress.
• Assistance with job fairs and recruitment events.

Education & Experience Required:Bachelors degree in a related field; or an Associates degree and one (1)year experience working in human services job training job placement human resourceseducation social work or related field;or three (3) years equivalent work experience.

Special Requirement: Must be able to ride in van daily with clients.

Preferred Knowledge Skills Abilities and Worker Characteristics:

• Bachelors degree in a related field (may include social work counseling psychology).
• Job development skills outgoing personality ability to work with diverse populations.
• Ability to manage multiple projects.
• Must be able to travel between offices in Newburgh Middletown and Port Jervis as needed.
• Bilingual Skills.

Deadline for applying: October 9 2026

Position begins: As soon as possible

Salary: $51880per position is contingent upon the continued availability of grant funds.

Orange County Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race color national origin religion creed age disability sex gender identification sexual orientation familial status pregnancy predisposing genetic characteristics military status veteran status domestic violence victim status criminal conviction or any other category protected by law. The College adheres to all federal and state civil rights laws prohibiting discrimination in public institutions of higher education. Inquiries regarding this non-discrimination policy may be directed to: Iris Martinez-Davis Civil Rights Compliance Officer 115 South Street Middletown NY 10940

Create a SUNY Orange Employment Account by clicking on the APPLY NOW button. Upload the following documents which are required for consideration:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• References: Include three (3) professional references (including names phone numbers and e-mail addresses). References will not be contacted without prior permission of the candidate.
• Orange County Community College values a diverse and inclusive community. Please include in your cover letter an answer to the following questions:
  1. How has diversity and inclusion played a part in your career
  2. How would you bring that insight into your position at the college

Official transcripts will be required upon employment. Foreign transcripts which are not accompanied by an evaluation from an approved agency may not be reviewed. Applicants may contact NACES (National Association of Credential Evaluating Service) at to obtain a list of members providing this service. Any expenses incurred for this service must be borne by the applicant. Foreign transcript translations by applicant or educational institution are not acceptable.

All applicants must have the legal right to accept employment in the United States. SUNY Orange does not support visa applications.

Employment at the College may be subject to the favorable result of a background investigation.

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