Career Ambassador

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Job Title: Career Ambassador

Compensation: $24-$25 per hour during the probationary period on the staffing agency's payroll, with a conversion salary of $45,000-$50,000

Purpose: America Works of Wisconsin, Inc., a socially‑conscious company, is seeking a Career Ambassador to provide outreach and administrative support for an employment services program that helps low‑income and underserved job seekers obtain gainful employment. The ideal candidate has strong administrative skills, enjoys working with diverse groups of people, and is a self‑starter looking to play a proactive role in helping youth discover their strengths and take actionable steps towards career development.

• Assist with administrative tasks using various external and internal systems, including MS Outlook, MS SharePoint, and Salesforce
• Conduct outreach calls to potential and current program participants, answer any questions about appointments and general program questions
• Utilize office equipment to scan and upload documents to client case files
• Manage multi‑line phone system, prioritizing and forwarding calls as necessary
• Facilitate presentations in‑person and virtually via Microsoft Teams
• Assist with mass mailings to clients
• Maintain detailed case notes, update attendance logs, submit weekly reports, and other administrative tasks on a timely basis
• Model professionalism and inclusiveness, cultivate a safe environment for career development, and motivate clients to find full‑time employment

• Minimum of 4‑year degree (graduating college seniors encouraged to apply!)
• Experience with administrative and/or office tasks
• Ability to conduct outreach to potential participants via outgoing calls, community events, tabling, etc.
• Familiarity and understanding of workforce development, social services, and/or community‑based organizations a plus
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
• Familiarity with Salesforce, Microsoft Teams, Outlook, and SharePoint a plus
• Experience and/or passion for serving individuals from disadvantaged and underserved populations, including but not limited to public assistance recipients, justice‑involved individuals, persons with physical and/or mental disabilities, and individuals experiencing homelessness
• Strong communication skills, professional demeanor, sound judgment, and strong organizational skills

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off Package
• 401K with Employer Matching After 1 Year
• Wonderful team, great work‑life balance, and an opportunity to work towards an important mission of helping individuals achieve self‑sufficiency

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