Employment Partnerships Specialist

AGENCY OVERVIEW:

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the supervision of the Director of Disability Services, the Employment Partnerships Specialist leads employer-focused outreach and partnership development to expand sustainable employment opportunities for residents of the Shupin Community with developmental disabilities. This role is responsible for cultivating strategic relationships with Bay Area employers, promoting inclusive hiring practices, and serving as the primary liaison between employers and the Shupin Community employment program. The Employment Partnerships Specialist works collaboratively with internal program staff to align employer opportunities with resident skills and program goals, while maintaining clear ownership of employer relationships and external partnerships.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

• Pay Rate: $43.00/hour (depending on experience)
• Employment Type: full-time, non-exempt position with benefits
• Employer 403(b) retirement match plus additional employer contribution (subject to eligibility)
• Cafeteria plan with medical, dental, vision, FSA, Employer-paid life, and disability insurance
• 16 holidays (10 federal and up to 6 Jewish holidays), annually
• 3 weeks of vacation and 2 weeks of sick leave, annually

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop, cultivate, and maintain strategic relationships with Bay Area businesses, corporations, small enterprises, and community organizations to create inclusive employment opportunities for Shupin Community residents
• Serve as the primary point of contact for employer partners, ensuring consistent communication, coordination, and follow-through
• Conduct targeted outreach and networking activities to expand the employer pipeline and increase awareness of disability-inclusive hiring practices; Research and monitor the Bay Area employment landscape to identify job opportunities aligned with resident skills and program goals
• Develop and maintain an employer and opportunity database to support reporting, relationship management, and program planning
• Stay informed about relevant employment initiatives, tax incentives, and disability inclusion programs available to all employers
• Lead employer-focused marketing and outreach initiatives, including job fairs, networking events, and business association engagement
• Develop and coordinate marketing materials that highlight the benefits of hiring individuals with developmental disabilities
• Coordinate employer-side logistics throughout the hiring and placement process; Provide employer-facing follow-up support and problem-solving after placements to promote successful, sustainable employment outcomes

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in human services, business administration, business development or related field required
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in business development, sales, account management, or relationship management required
• At least 1 year of experience working with adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities required.
• Demonstrated experience developing, cultivating, and maintaining employer or business relationships and external partnerships
• Experience in disability employment services, supported employment programs, or inclusive workforce initiatives highly preferred
• Working knowledge of disability accommodations, workplace modifications, and inclusive hiring practices preferred
• Knowledge of the San Francisco Bay Area business community and employment landscape highly preferred
• Reliable transportation required to travel within the San Francisco Bay Area for employer outreach, networking, job placement, and community services. If driving own vehicle, a valid driver’s license and proof of automobile liability insurance is required