Job Developer, Gateway to Innovation (Grant-funded)

Job Developer, Gateway to Innovation (Grant-funded)

Salary

$53,757.00 - $91,386.00 Annually

Location

All Locations

Job Type

Full Time Grant-Funded

Job Number

102220261

Cabinet Level

Continuing Education and Workforce Development

Office/School

Workforce Development

Opening Date

10/22/2026

Closing Date

11/21/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

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Position Description

Job Developer, Gateway to Innovation (Grant-funded)

Hudson County Community College

Continuing Education and Workforce Development

Jersey City, New Jersey

Reports To: Director of Gateway to Innovation

Salary Grade: 111

"Hudson is Home"

"Hudson is Home" is about our people. Hudson County Community College truly cares about our faculty, staff, students and community. At HCCC, you will be respected, supported, and valued! Our caring, collaborative, and diverse culture is what defines us and together we can and will achieve our dreams!

Our Perks

HCCC provides full-time employees with a strong, comprehensive benefits package that includes: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Parental Leave, Paid Time Off, Retirement Plans, and up to $9,000 per year invested in your tuition reimbursement. Additionally, we also offer employee assistance programs, flexibles spending accounts, flexible hybrid schedules (depending on the position), employee discount marketplace, auto and home insurance discounts and more.

Overview:

Hudson County Community College serves one of the nation's most diverse and densely populated communities, providing inclusive, high-quality education that promotes student success and upward social and economic mobility. With locations in Jersey City, Union City, and Secaucus, HCCC offers degree, certificate, and continuing education programs that respond to community and employer needs. The College supports a diverse student population through financial assistance, accessible learning opportunities, and comprehensive resources. A leader in workforce development, HCCC partners with employers and community organizations to help individuals build skills, earn credentials, and pursue meaningful careers. Through its commitment to equitable outcomes, innovative instruction, and industry partnerships, the College prepares students for continued education, employment, and career advancement while contributing to the economic vitality of Hudson County and beyond.

About This Role

Reporting to the Director, Gateway to Innovation, in CEWD, the Job Developer manages an assigned student employment caseload from job-search readiness through verified placement and retention follow-up. The role develops targeted hiring opportunities, matches qualified students to employer needs, coordinates referrals and interviews, and maintains current records of progress and outcomes. Working with the Business Developer, Coordinators, and Internship Coordinator, the Job Developer establishes clear handoffs and follows through on assigned employment actions. The position provides employer-specific preparation and connects students to additional career-readiness and support services as needed. Performance is assessed against employment, engagement, follow-up, and reporting expectations established with the Director.

Summary of Duties

What You'll Do

• Develop employer relationships and targeted hiring opportunities aligned with GTI training pathways and student qualifications, coordinating outreach with the Business Developer.
• Manage an assigned employment caseload, maintain individualized action plans, and communicate regularly with students, including re-engagement of unresponsive participants.
• Match candidates to employer needs, coordinate referrals and introductions, and track progress through interviews, offers, placement, or documented outcomes.
• Provide employer-specific resume and interview preparation; coordinate additional job-readiness instruction and support referrals with appropriate staff.
• Collaborate with the Internship Coordinator and Business Developer on work-based learning opportunities and pathways to employment; organize targeted recruitment and networking events.
• Verify employment, advancement, and retention outcomes using approved documentation; address barriers and unresolved concerns through follow-up, support, and timely escalation.
• Maintain current employer and participant records, including outreach, outcomes, barriers, next steps, and follow-up dates within established timelines.
• Develop monthly employment plans with the Director, provide cohort-level reports, and use program results and regional labor-market data to identify gaps and improve outcomes.
• Maintain grant documentation, comply with program requirements, and participate in evaluation, staff collaboration, and professional development.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

What You'll Need

• Associate's degree.
• At least two years of relevant experience in job development, recruiting, employer engagement, or workforce placement, with demonstrated success generating hiring opportunities and supporting candidate placement.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Smartsheet or comparable database systems, and digital communication and AI tools.
• Strong communication, relationship-building, organizational, and problem-solving skills; ability to work independently, collaborate across teams, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing priorities.
• Sound judgment, professionalism, and discretion in handling confidential information; commitment to HCCC's mission and student success.
• Experience serving diverse urban communities.
• Valid driver's license and access to reliable transportation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree.
• Bilingual proficiency in Spanish or Arabic.

Supplemental Information

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HCCC EMPLOYEE BENEFITS:

We value and appreciate all employees and acknowledge the importance of a comprehensive benefit program. Below is a brief glance of HCCC benefits, perks, and discounts offered to employees. For more detailed information about employee benefits please visit: https://www.hccc.edu/administration/hr/benefits-pensions.html

As a New Jersey First Act Employer, new employees must establish a primary residence in New Jersey within one year unless an exemption applies.

HCCC is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We are committed to ensuring a diverse and inclusive learning and working environment. Decisions on employment are made on the basis of the qualifications of an individual for the particular position being filled. Women, veterans and minorities are encouraged to apply.

Employer Hudson County Community College

Address 70 Sip Avenue

3rd Floor

Jersey City, New Jersey, 07306

Phone 2013604070

Website www.hccc.edu