Employment Program Coordinator

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An Employment Program Coordinator plans and runs services that help people find and keep jobs. The role coordinates job readiness activities, employer connections, participant support, and reporting so the program meets its goals and funding requirements.

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Key Responsibilities

Enroll participants and confirm eligibility
Conduct intake interviews and needs assessments
Create individual employment plans with clear goals
Coordinate job readiness workshops and training schedules
Support resume development and interview preparation
Match participants to job leads and training opportunities
Build and maintain relationships with employers
Arrange job fairs, hiring events, and employer information sessions
Track participant progress and outcomes
Maintain accurate case notes and program records
Prepare reports for internal leadership and funders
Coordinate referrals to supportive services such as childcare and transportation
Support job retention through follow ups after placement
Ensure services follow privacy and compliance requirements

Top Skills for Success

Case Management

Participant Coaching

Intake Interviewing

Employment Planning

Job Placement Support

Employer Outreach

Relationship Building

Workshop Facilitation

Clear Writing

Public Speaking

Data Tracking

Report Writing

Time Management

Conflict De-escalation

Trauma Informed Practice

Privacy Compliance

Career Progression

Can Lead To

Senior Employment Program Coordinator

Program Manager

Workforce Development Manager

Employer Relations Manager Case Management Supervisor

Transition Opportunities

Career Coach Job Developer

Program Analyst

Grant Manager Nonprofit Operations Manager

Common Skill Gaps

Often Missing Skills

Outcome ReportingEmployer Account ManagementData Quality ControlGrant ComplianceFacilitation PlanningBarrier AssessmentService Coordination

Development SuggestionsBuild strength in reporting and compliance by owning monthly outcome dashboards and performing regular file reviews. Strengthen employer engagement by setting weekly outreach goals and tracking contacts through a simple pipeline. Improve facilitation by using structured lesson plans and collecting participant feedback after each session.

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Salary & Demand

Median Salary Range

Entry LevelUSD 38,000 to 48,000

Mid LevelUSD 48,000 to 62,000

Senior LevelUSD 62,000 to 80,000

Growth Trend

Stable to growing demand, driven by workforce development funding, community employment initiatives, and employer needs for talent pipelines.

Companies Hiring

Major Employers

Local workforce development boardsCity and county government agenciesCommunity collegesNonprofit workforce organizationsVocational rehabilitation agenciesStaffing and workforce solutions firmsYouth service organizationsCommunity action agencies

Industry Sectors

Workforce DevelopmentNonprofitGovernmentEducationHealthcareStaffing ServicesCommunity Services

Recommended Next Steps

Update your resume with measurable outcomes such as placements, retention rates, and workshop attendance

Create a simple employer outreach plan with target industries and a weekly contact goal

Build a reporting portfolio sample such as a one page program outcomes summary

Take a short course in trauma informed practice and privacy compliance

Practice facilitation by leading a short job readiness session and collecting feedback

Join local workforce development associations and attend employer focused events

Prepare interview stories using participant impact, problem solving, and stakeholder coordination examples