Business Development Representative

The Business Development Representative (BDR) is responsible for engaging employers across the East Texas region to promote workforce solutions and support regional economic development. This position serves as a primary liaison between the workforce system and the business community, identifying employer needs and connecting them to qualified talent and workforce programs.

The BDR plays a critical role in expanding employer partnerships, increasing utilization of workforce services, and supporting successful employment outcomes for job seekers. This position works collaboratively with internal teams, including Employment Services (ES), Reemployment Services and Eligibility Assessment (RESEA), and Business Outreach to align employer needs with available workforce resources.

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Public Administration, or a related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience in business development, sales, workforce development, or a related field
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel within the service area

• Experience in workforce development or public workforce systems
• Knowledge of labor market information and regional economic trends
• Experience working with diverse employer groups and community partners
• Minimum of 2 years' business customer success management preferred

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to speak effectively and professionally to groups
• Ability to build and maintain professional relationships with employers and stakeholders
• Effective organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Analytical skills to interpret data and track performance outcomes
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and customer relationship management (CRM) systems
• Understanding of workforce programs, employment services, and business engagement strategies

• Number of new employers engaged and partnerships established
• Employer participation in workforce programs and services
• Job orders developed and filled in collaboration with ES and RESEA teams
• Contracts developed and filled in collaboration with Workforce Programs (WEx, OJT, Apprenticeships)
• Number of qualified referrals and successful job placements
• Outreach activities documented (calls, emails, visits, meetings)
• Employer retention and repeat engagement
• Participation in hiring events and community outreach initiatives

• Frequent travel within the East Texas region
• Occasional evening or weekend work for events and employer engagement activities
• Work is performed in both office and field environments

• Ability to sit, stand, and travel for extended period
• Ability to lift up to 20 pounds, as needed

Equal Opportunity Employer

Salary: $19.00 - $21.00 per h