Job Description

Job Posting Closes at 11:59PM on:

11/22/26

Division:

Housing Economic & Employment Services Division

Management Level:

Individual Contributor

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Benefit Eligibility:

This position is eligible for Standard Benefits which includes dental, medical, and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement matching, wellness programs, and tuition reimbursement.

Description:

Do you enjoy connecting with people, building business relationships, and making a difference in your community? We're looking for a proactive, relationship-driven professional who thrives on developing partnerships, engaging with local businesses, and connecting employers and job seekers with meaningful workforce opportunities.

The Business Outreach Coordinator, part of Workforce Colorado Jefferson, Clear Creek, Gilpin, plays a key role in expanding employer engagement and strengthening community partnerships across a three-county region. This outward-facing position combines business development, community outreach, and planning to connect businesses with workforce solutions that support recruitment, retention, and work-based learning opportunities.

In this role, you'll collaborate with businesses, industry partners, and community organizations to identify workforce needs, develop outreach strategies, convene industry groups and promote available services. You'll also provide guidance and support to team members, developing outreach strategies, and helping to coordinate internships and work-based learning initiatives.

We're looking for a people person who enjoys building connections and isn't afraid to take initiative. The ideal candidate is an effective communicator who is comfortable networking, presenting to groups, navigating challenges, organizing events and building lasting relationships. Success in this role requires creativity, organization, resilience, and a genuine passion for helping businesses and job seekers succeed.

SCHEDULE:

This position is provided with a flexible schedule and a hybrid combination of in-office and remote work as determined by business need.

COMPENSATION:

Anticipated Hiring Range: $28.00 – $32.00 USD Hourly

Compensation will be determined based on education, experience, and skills.

BENEFITS:

Jefferson County offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid holidays and time off, including a starting bank of 40 hours of PTO for new hires
• Retirement matching
• Tuition reimbursement and wellness programs

Explore Jefferson County Benefits  here 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Business Development & Employer Engagement

• Develop and implement outreach strategies to increase employer engagement and awareness of workforce development services.
• Proactively identify, contact, and build relationships with local businesses to understand their workforce needs and connect them with available services and resources.
• Partner with Workforce staff to coordinate business outreach activities, share opportunities, and support client recruitment and retention efforts.
• Maintain consistent engagement with businesses through meetings, presentations, networking events, and follow-up communications.
• Navigate rejection, competing priorities, and challenging conversations while maintaining positive relationships and identifying future opportunities.

Community Outreach & Strategic Partnerships

• Build and maintain partnerships with Chambers of Commerce, Economic Development organizations, and other community stakeholders to identify workforce trends, business needs, and opportunities for coordination.
• Support Workforce Board Initiatives and convene sector partnerships
• Represent workforce services at business meetings, community events, industry panels, networking opportunities, and presentations.

Outreach Planning & Coordination

• Develop outreach plans, tracking systems, and best practices to support consistent business engagement across the business services team.
• Track employer contacts, outreach activities, engagement outcomes, and opportunities for continued partnership development.
• Coordinate and lead outreach efforts with internal business services team members and external partners to maximize engagement and avoid duplication.

Communication & Marketing

• Collaborate with team members to develop outreach materials, newsletters, flyers, LinkedIn content, and other communications that increase awareness of workforce services.
• Support opportunities to connect employer needs with job seekers and available workforce programs.

Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Research shows that women and other underrepresented and historically marginalized groups tend to apply only when they check every box in the posting. If you are reading this and hesitating to click “apply” for that reason, we encourage you to go for it! A true passion and excitement for making an impact is just as important as work experience.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Communications, Public Administration, Human Services, or a related field.
• Minimum of two years of experience in business development, employer engagement, workforce development, community outreach, sales, or a related field.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered, except where specific qualifications are required for the position.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Two or more years of experience in workforce development, economic development, employment programs, B2B or related fields.
• Experience in business development, employer engagement, B2B sales, or community outreach.
• Experience developing outreach strategies, building partnerships, and maintaining business relationships.
• Strong public speaking, presentation, and meeting facilitation skills.
• Experience in project management, event planning, and coordinating multiple priorities.
• Experience mentoring, coaching, or supporting team members.
• Knowledge of workforce development, industry trends, economic development, or sector partnerships.
• Experience tracking outreach activities, managing employer relationships, or using CRM systems.
• Experience with grant management and developing marketing or outreach materials.
• Strong communication, customer service, and relationship-building skills, with a commitment to community impact.

ADDITIONAL JOB INFORMATION:

• Driver’s License: Positions that require driving on County business in either a county or personal vehicle require a valid Colorado’s driver’s license within 30-days of hire or beginning to serve as an intern or volunteer.
• Pre-Employment Screening: Offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of criminal history, motor vehicle report, education verification, and/or references for all positions.
• Accommodations Statement: We encourage people with disabilities to apply and are committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout our hiring process. For assistance with applications, interviews, or other hiring-related accommodations, contact careertalent@jeffco.us. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot provide application status updates.

APPLICATION:

Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply!

Please submit your online application by 11:59PM on the posted closing date.

All applicants must submit an online employment application by 11:59PM on the posted cut-off date. Follow this link to apply now: Jefferson County Colorado Career Opportunities.

• A resume and cover letter submitted with your application is encouraged but will not substitute for the information requested on the application.
• Current Jefferson County employees must apply through their employee profile in Workday.
• In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

Applications are reviewed for minimum qualifications listed in the qualifications section of the job bulletin, and applicants are contacted directly by the hiring team if selected. To view the status of your application, please log into your candidate portal.   

For more details on the recruitment process, please visit: https://www.jeffco.us/1860/FAQs

Questions? Contact the Jefferson County Recruitment Team at 303-271-8420 or CareerTalent@Jeffco.us

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Category:

Health & Human Services