Recruiter & Activity Specialist

Join the Hebrew Educational Society and help expand summer opportunities for youth through job development and recruitment. This part-time role is based in Brooklyn, NY (onsite), with an office setting plus travel to job sites and community events. You’ll work directly with employers, schools, and program participants to match eligible youth to jobs and provide support throughout the application, interview, and employment period.

What you’ll do

• Develop and maintain relationships with local employers to identify job opportunities for program participants.
• Coordinate job fairs and other recruitment events that connect program participants with potential employers.
• Partner with program staff to identify eligible youth and their employment preferences.
• Match eligible youth to appropriate job opportunities based on skills, interests, and availability.
• Support participants through the application and interview process, including resume preparation and interview coaching.
• Work with employers to help create a supportive and safe work environment for program participants.
• Conduct site visits to monitor progress and ensure employer expectations are being met.
• Collaborate with program staff to address challenges during the employment period.
• Provide ongoing support to help participants succeed in their job placements.
• Develop and implement recruitment strategies to attract prospective students to the institution.
• Build relationships with high schools, community organizations, and other stakeholders.
• Plan and execute recruitment events such as open houses and college fairs, along with other outreach activities.
• Conduct presentations and informational sessions for prospective students and their families.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What you bring

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• Experience in job development, recruitment, or human resources.
• Experience working with youth and/or in youth development programs.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other relevant software programs.
• Valid driver’s license and access to reliable transportation.

Schedule, location, and physical requirements

• Work in an office setting and travel to job sites and attend community events.
• Occasional evening and weekend work may be required.
• In-person work location.
• May require standing, walking, and sitting for extended periods.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds may be required.
• This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive.

Compensation and details

• Part-time position.
• $17.00–$22.00 per hour.
• Minimum experience: 1 year.
• Education: Bachelor’s (Required).
• Work developer for summer youth employment (travel required to job sites and events in the community).