Full-Time

Workforce Development Specialist-ES

Career TEAM

Career TEAM

Workforce development consulting with government software

Compensation Overview

$45k - $55k/yr

Denton, TX, USA

In Person

Onsite role in Denton, Texas. Travel up to 25%.

Bachelor's

Category
Social & Community Services (1)
Required Skills
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • At least a High School diploma
  • At least two years full-time experience with direct, human resource recruiting, social work, case management, business consulting, or workforce development
  • Strong understanding of workforce solutions, job placement strategies, and employer engagement practices
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with businesses
  • Proven ability to analyze data, identify trends, and provide strategic recommendations to improve business outcomes
  • Familiarity with labor market trends, employment laws, and regulations affecting businesses
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and CRM software for managing client relationships
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment
  • Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
  • Commitment to delivering high-quality consulting services and achieving client satisfaction
  • Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and business needs
  • Strong relationship building skills with the ability to gather information and provide exceptional solutions that exceed expectations
  • Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment with strong listening and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and effectively as part of a team
  • A Valid Driver’s License
Responsibilities
  • Establish and maintain professional business relationships with local businesses and organizations through consistent outreach to meet the needs of local labor market and in-demand industry sectors
  • Assist employers with WorkinTexas.com registration to post job orders, fill jobs by recruiting, screening, and referring qualified job seekers who meet job requirements
  • Plan and execute recruiting and hiring events for employers across industries and diverse job seekers using in-person and virtual platforms
  • Deliver presentations to employers and program participants about employment opportunities and labor market information via in-person and virtual platforms
  • Refer employers to the Business Services Unit to negotiate and develop transitional and permanent job opportunities agreements with businesses for On-the-Job Training, Subsidized Work Experience, Transitional Jobs, and other programs as needed
  • Conduct employer follow-up to assess service quality and quantity of referrals
  • Ensure all farmworkers are informed about the terms and conditions of employment set forth in intrastate and interstate clearance orders
  • Work with Center Manager and program staff to match job seekers to work-based learning opportunities
  • Refer jobseekers to appropriate live, virtual workshops, orientations, financial and basic literacy services and community resources to maximize job placement opportunities and remove barriers
  • Provide career planning and advisement services to assist with job placement, advancement, and retention
  • Review individual employment/placement plans, identify barriers, and refer customers to appropriate resources to overcome barriers
  • Record and document services and data enter a case note in WorkInTexas.com for job seekers and employers to demonstrate compliance with the Wagner Peyser services
  • Assist in tracking program participants for successful participation and report on job placements and new employer partnerships
  • Track and monitor when job seekers find work on their own, or receive services that support employment placement and retention
  • Collect and file (electronically) all required documentation to support data accuracy, compliance and performance outcomes (10 week claimant, TTA, STARR), within the required timelines
  • Ensure the security and confidentiality of customers’ personal identity data
  • Comply with the priority of service requirements, along with the nondiscrimination and complaint procedures for workforce services
  • Approach each day and task with a “ZAG” mindset
  • Other duties as assigned by your immediate supervisor, which are consistent with the responsibilities of your position and the evolving needs of the business.
Desired Qualifications
  • Bilingual or Multilingual
  • Training in Trauma Informed Care, evidence-based practice, and/or whole family services

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 renewed Career TEAM for $4.185 million starting July 2026.
  • NYC's PACE contract reached $5.32 million through September 2028.
  • Carrington College adopted Career Edge in March 2026, expanding education-market reach.

What critics are saying

  • Oregon's Workforce Modernization contract remains unsealed, so negotiations can collapse in 2026.
  • County budgets and state grants dominate revenue, exposing Career TEAM to procurement delays.
  • A single Oregon modernization failure would damage credibility and jeopardize future statewide deals.

What makes Career TEAM unique

  • Career EDGE powers 100% of projects, linking software with services delivery.
  • Career TEAM blends case management, labor exchange, and provider management for governments.
  • Three-decade incumbency since 1996 wins repeat procurement against one-off vendors.

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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. 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.