Career Navigator, Workforce Development

Team Rubicon (TR) is seeking a Career Navigator, Workforce Development to join our Programs xWorkforce Development team! The Career Navigator, Workforce Development will collaboratively and cooperatively work within their team and on cross-functional teams. This will require working with competing priorities and keeping multiple stakeholders appraised of decisions. This Career Navigator, Workforce Development will foster relationships with community partners, skills training partners and employers in the skilled trades. The Career Navigator, Workforce Development will also serve as the liaison between Team Rubicon and participants enrolled in workforce development programming. 

Every day will be a challenge, but every month brings new opportunities. This position reports to TR’s Program Manager, Workforce Development and is based out of our Team Rubicon Workforce Development Academy in New Orleans, Louisiana. 

Duties:  

• Supports workforce development initiatives aimed to enhance the skills, employability, and career progression of participants.
• Provides wrap-around support and career counseling for workforce development participants through referrals for community-based services, coordination of financial and resource support services, resume development, job search and job retention support.
• Conduct initial intake assessments, evaluate interests and skills, career readiness and develop individualized career plans.
• Maintain timely documentation of all participant engagement demonstrating both frequent and impactful participant support.
• Develop and maintain relationships with community-based partners, local and state agencies as well as employers.

Experience and Background:  

• 1-3 years of relevant professional experience in workforce development, or related human services field  
• Proven record of client-centered experience such as case management, employment support, training, and/or coordination of care 
• Proficient with technology tools and in remote working for communicating and coordinating with a large network of TR staff members as well as external stakeholders 
• Successful past performance in providing person-centered care

Special Requirements:  

• This is full-time;IN-OFFICE /ONSITE position and is based out of our Team Rubicon Workforce Development Academy in New Orleans, Louisiana
• Occasional evening and weekend schedule supporting leadership meetings, video conferences, special events, and operations may be requested
• Local Travel: Reliable transportation is required. The person filling this position will be expected to travel within their local area to support ongoing recruitment and partnership efforts
• Other Travel: At least 10% non-local travel to support broader organizational activities focused within the assigned territory 

Job Type:   

• Full-time, salary, exempt

Pay Range:  

• $48,447.98 - $63,587.97 per year

The hiring range reflects where in the range we most likely intend to hire for this role. Additionally, compensation within that range can vary for several reasons including market conditions, cost of living, skills/capabilities, experience, etc.

Cultural Values:  

• Mission First, Greyshirts Always:  Anyone joining TR must understand that our mission to provide disaster response comes first 
• Step Into The Arena: TR needs leaders who aren’t afraid to dare to be great
• Everyone Has A Role Know It: Ability to successfully navigate a fast-paced, high-growth environment and solve problems in the face of ambiguity
• GSD: We are entrepreneurial, resourceful, and determined no matter how chaotic the situation
• Change Your Socks: We take care of ourselves and each other so we are best equipped to serve those in greatest need
• Adults Only: Every team member is an adult until proven otherwise
• Your Mother’s A Donor: Every leader must be committed to fiduciary responsibility, transparency, and financial stewardship

Perks of the Team:  

• Flexible Unlimited Paid Time Off
• Generous holiday schedule (including a paid week off between winter holidays)  
• Matching 401k contributions up to 4% with no vesting requirement 
• 100% company-paid health benefits for employees and their dependents  
• Professional development, leadership development and events/conferences 
• Paid time off to volunteer with the non-profit of your choice
• One-week all-inclusive onboarding experience   

Learn more about Team Rubicon:  

• Website: Team Rubicon USA
• LinkedIn: Team Rubicon
• Facebook: Team Rubicon  
• X: @TeamRubicon
• YouTube:  Team Rubicon
• Instagram: @teamrubicon
• Threads: @teamrubicon
• TikTok:  @teamrubicon

Team Rubicon is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to not only including but actively seeking out a diversity of lifestyles, experiences, perspectives, and voices in order to foster inclusion, growth, and innovation. Your candidacy will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.