Skills Center - Workforce Partnership Coordinator

Put your talent to work for a great cause: helping the hungry.

At St. Mary’s Food Bank , we’re more than just a place to work — we’re a team on a mission:
Bridging the gap for Arizona communities with nourishment for today and hope for tomorrow.

Every day, thousands of Arizonans c ount on us for much needed food — and every team member plays a role in making that happen. Whether you’re in a warehouse, an office, or out in the community, the work you do here directly helps someone in need.

If you’re ready to put your passion to work and be part of a team that cares deeply about the community, we have opportunities waiting for you.

Let’s make a difference together.

• An employee-only medical plan at no cost to you
• Four low-cost employee-only, spouse and/or family member medical plan
• Health Savings Account (HSA) generously funded by the employer
• Flexible Spending Account
• Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
• Short & Long Term Disability

• 15 PTO days, accrued bi-weekly, that increases with length of service
• 40 hours of Personal/Sick time
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Competitive Pay
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a generous employer match
• Parties & Events
• Wellness Program
• Employee Engagement Committee
• Employee Assistance Program

St. Mary’s Food Bank is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regards to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other protected status under all applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.

The Skills Center Workforce Partnership Coordinator y's Food Bank develops and maintains relationships with employers, community organizations, and workforce partners to create employment opportunities for graduates of the organization’s trade and workforce training programs. This position serves as a bridge between program graduates and local employers by identifying hiring needs, developing partnerships, coordinating recruitment opportunities, and supporting successful employment placements.

Essential Job Functions

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with local employers and businesses that have hiring needs aligned with the organization’s training programs.
• Identify and cultivate new employment partners interested in hiring program graduates.
• Meet with employers to understand their workforce needs, job requirements, hiring processes, and employment opportunities.
• Develop a pipeline of employers and job opportunities for graduates across relevant industries.
• Coordinate employer presentations, recruitment events, hiring fairs, interviews, and job-shadowing opportunities, mock-interviews for program participants.
• Assist with building resumes for students that align with employer needs
• Work closely with Job Coaches, Career Coaches, instructors, and program staff to identify graduates who are ready for employment.
• Match qualified graduates with appropriate employment opportunities based on their skills, training, interests, and career goals.
• Follow up with employers after placement to support retention and address concerns or barriers when appropriate.
• Research local labor-market trends, in-demand occupations, wages, and employer hiring needs to identify new partnership opportunities.
• Participate in community workforce development meetings, employer networking events, chambers of commerce, industry associations, and other professional events.
• Share employer feedback with program leadership and instructional staff to help strengthen training programs.
• Ensure employer and placement documentation is accurate, timely, and maintained according to organizational policies and…