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Career TEAM

Workforce development consulting with government software

Business Services Consultant

Full-TimePosted on 10/22/2026
$62k - $67k
Mid
Bachelor's, Associate's
San Luis Obispo, CA, USA
In Person100% onsite; travel is primarily limited to necessary trips within San Luis Obispo County.
Social & Community ServicesCommunity Outreach & Programs

About the job

Requirements
  • An associate’s degree or higher, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Ability to work in a dynamic team environment and demonstrate teamwork and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to multitask and take a proactive approach.
  • Effective visual and verbal presentation skills.
  • Ability to work courteously and professionally with colleagues and partners.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of the local business community, in-demand occupations, and current workforce development programs, including the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA).
  • Ability to establish, maintain, and grow strategic partnerships with employers, community leaders, and industry groups.
  • Ability to conduct business needs assessments and develop customized workforce solutions for employers, such as On-the-Job Training and Subsidized Employment.
  • A valid driver's license.
  • Travel within San Luis Obispo County as needed to support community business engagement.
Responsibilities
  • Serve as the primary liaison between employers, workforce partners, and the America’s Job Center of California (AJCC) system for Rapid Response and Layoff Aversion activities.
  • Coordinate and deliver Rapid Response orientations and information sessions for impacted workers.
  • Engage employers proactively to identify potential layoffs and provide workforce solutions to prevent or minimize job loss.
  • Collaborate with Career Advisors to ensure affected workers are enrolled in WIOA services.
  • Provide information on unemployment insurance, training opportunities, supportive services, and job placement assistance.
  • Maintain relationships with local employers, industry groups, labor representatives, and economic development partners.
  • Coordinate onsite and virtual Rapid Response events in partnership with the San Luis Obispo Workforce Development Board and required partners.
  • Participate in assigned American Job Center activities.
  • Track and document Rapid Response activities, employer contacts, and participant engagement in required systems.
  • Support dislocated workers transitioning to new employment through referrals, workshops, and direct services.
  • Ensure activities comply with WIOA, state, and local Rapid Response requirements.
  • Organize and participate in hiring events.
  • Assist with reporting, data collection, and documentation related to services.
  • Work with program staff to align efforts with business services, training opportunities, and sector strategies.
  • Maintain accurate and timely records of employer engagement and participant outcomes.
Desired Qualifications
  • Strong computer skills in Google Workspace and Microsoft Office.
  • Knowledge of the San Luis Obispo business ecosystem.
  • Business intelligence.
  • Confidence facilitating opportunities on behalf of career seekers.
  • Experience and knowledge of WIOA workforce development contracts and programs.

About the company

Career TEAM, LLC provides workforce development services to government and education institutions. It combines high-touch, one-on-one case management and career services with a proprietary software portal called Career EDGE to manage employment and training programs. The Career EDGE platform supports program administration, participant tracking, and service delivery, enabling staff to coordinate services and monitor outcomes for participants. The company differentiates itself by offering an integrated mix of hands-on support and software tailored to public sector and educational clients, backed by a track record of securing government and state grants (over $100 million) and collaborating with partners like ForgeNow to strengthen vocational training. Career TEAM’s goal is to reduce unemployment and poverty by closing the opportunity divide and delivering better employment outcomes through targeted workforce development solutions.

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Headquarters

North Haven, Connecticut

Founded

1996

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Orange County extended Career Team for $4.185 million starting July 1, 2026.
  • Carrington College adopted Career Edge in March 2026, expanding higher-education penetration.
  • Herzing University partnered in January 2026, validating Career Edge beyond government clients.

What critics are saying

  • Orange County's July 2026 renewal depends on annual appropriations and can terminate with ten days.
  • County and state contracts dominate revenue, exposing Career Team to procurement cycles and rebids.
  • A failed Oregon modernization rollout would damage credibility across future state procurements.

What makes Career TEAM unique

  • Career Edge combines services and software, now deployed across 30 states in 2026.
  • PIRL MAGIC and configurable workflows target federal reporting pain for WIOA agencies.
  • Oregon's 2026 modernization project showcases Career Team's nationwide workflow transformation niche.

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Benefits

  • 401(k) Company Match
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account

Company News

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Barleh Jessica Issoufou promoted to Vice President & Chief Operating Officer at WorkSource Montgomery.

Barleh Jessica Issoufou promoted to Vice President & Chief Operating Officer at WorkSource Montgomery. Montgomery County, Maryland, United States, July 2026 - WorkSource Montgomery has promoted Barleh Jessica Issoufou to the position of Vice President & Chief Operating Officer, recognizing her outstanding leadership and contributions to advancing workforce development and economic opportunity across Montgomery County. In her new role, Barleh will oversee the organization's business operations, working closely with leadership and cross-functional teams to strengthen operational excellence, enhance organizational performance, and expand innovative workforce solutions that support employers, job seekers, and the broader regional economy. Prior to this promotion, Barleh served as Deputy Director, Workforce Services at WorkSource Montgomery for over three years. In this capacity, she provided strategic direction and operational leadership for workforce development programs and business engagement initiatives, driving organizational performance through data-driven decision-making, cross-sector partnerships, and innovative employment and talent development strategies. Before joining WorkSource Montgomery, Barleh spent more than four years with Career TEAM LLC, where she most recently served as Regional Director of Operations, overseeing the implementation of strategic business plans and operational delivery for Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) and Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) programs across the East Coast. Simultaneously, she also served as Executive Director, providing strategic, fiscal, and operational leadership for the District of Columbia's TANF Employment Provider program and helping expand employment opportunities for underserved communities. Earlier in her career, Barleh held leadership positions with Community Purchasing Alliance as Regional Director, where she led strategic planning and innovative purchasing initiatives supporting community organizations, and with EDSI as Program Manager, managing large-scale employment and training programs serving thousands of residents annually. She began her professional journey with the New Jersey Department of Labor & Workforce Development as a Claims Examiner, and also gained valuable community development experience through internships with Volunteers of America Delaware Valley and The Center for Family Services, as well as serving as Youth Volunteer Coordinator with the American Red Cross. Barleh holds a Master of Social Work from the University of Pennsylvania, an academic foundation that has complemented her career in workforce development, community engagement, organizational leadership, and public service. With more than fifteen years of experience spanning workforce development, operations management, public sector partnerships, community engagement, and organizational leadership, Barleh is well positioned to help lead WorkSource Montgomery through its next phase of growth and impact. WorkSource Montgomery (WSM) is the primary workforce development organization serving Montgomery County, Maryland, connecting employers, job seekers, educational institutions, and economic development partners to build a highly skilled workforce. Through innovative workforce solutions, strategic partnerships, and employer-focused programs, WSM helps strengthen regional competitiveness while creating meaningful employment opportunities and sustainable economic growth.