Employment Specialist Coordinator

Black Hills Special Services Cooperative is seeking a dedicated Employment Specialist Coordinator to lead efforts in helping individuals with disabilities achieve meaningful, competitive employment. This role involves direct collaboration with teams, employers, and community partners to provide personalized support such as resume building, interview preparation, job coaching, and situational assessments. Candidates will play a key role in building strategic employer relationships, coordinating outreach in rural areas, and facilitating employment planning tailored to client strengths and goals. Ideal applicants are passionate about inclusive workforce development, possess strong interpersonal and organizational skills, and are ready to make a lasting impact across South Dakota.

Black Hills Special Services Cooperative (BHSSC) is a public entity that is an educational cooperative under the State of South Dakota. BHSSC is comprised of five divisions dedicated to aiding school districts, individuals, and the communities.

Wage-
$23-$24 per hour based on experience

Job Type-
Full-time, non-exempt

Work Location-
Aberdeen, SD

Job Description-

• Collect, organize, and analyze information about individuals through records, tests, interviews, and professional sources, to appraise their career interests, aptitudes, abilities, and personality characteristics for employment planning.
• Research and compile labor market information including all quantitative or qualitative data and analysis related to employment needs in South Dakota, and the area assigned, to assist customers make informed choices and decisions.
• Inform individuals of job duties and responsibilities, compensation and benefits, work schedules and working conditions, and other pertinent information regarding employment placement.
• Assist individuals in the preparation of an employment plan.
• Review employment applications and interview individuals to assist in the interview process.
• Establish rapport -and maintain strategic partnerships contacts with employers/businesses and business associations on recruiting, hiring, and maintaining people with disabilities.
• Compile and submit a report of your work activities and client services report.
• Compile and submit quarterly reports in the format prescribed by the Division of Rehabilitation Services.
• Travel is required to provide services and conduct outreach; a company vehicle will be available or mileage reimbursement will be provided if a personal vehicle is used.
• Other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications-

• Bachelor's Degree, preferably in Human Services or related field.
• One (1) year experience working with individuals with a disability in a job placement capacity; an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to work well with subordinates, public entities, educational professionals, etc.
• Strong computer skills.

Benefits-

• Health, Dental, and Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account Options
• South Dakota Retirement
• Annual Leave
• Sick Leave

Company Website-
Bhssc.org

For additional questions regarding this position, please contact Dan Rounds, 605-494-3618 or drounds@bhssc.org.