Workforce Development Specialist (Moving I-4 Forward)

Workforce Development SpecialistWe are seeking a Workforce Development Specialist to join our team for the Moving I-4 Forward Program Office in Celebration, FL. This is an embedded position reporting to the office 5 days per week.Your RoleManage recruitment outreach and candidate engagement through initial contact, follow-ups, and structured communication effortsConduct phone screenings to assess candidate eligibility, program fit, and readiness for participationOversee and coordinate all onboarding activities in alignment with established SOPs, ensuring timely completion of required documentation and program requirementsServe as the liaison between candidates, the Contract Administration Team, and external partners including the temporary employment agency and hiring agency, ensuring seamless coordination throughout onboardingMonitor onboarding progress through tracking systems, provide regular status updates, and proactively follow up with candidates to prevent delays in class placementCoordinate and track background checks and drug screenings, including escalation of exceptions for review and ensuring compliance with program standardsSupport class placement by confirming completion of onboarding requirements and communicating reporting instructions to candidatesAssist with attendance verification and timesheet coordination by cross-referencing records, resolving discrepancies, and supporting timely payroll processingMaintain accurate documentation of all candidate interactions, status updates, and onboarding milestones within the tracking systemProvide ongoing support to candidates throughout the training program and conduct post-graduation follow-up to assist with job placement and workforce transitionAbout YouBachelor's degree in Business Administration, plus five years' experience. Without a degree, requires ten years' experience in progressively responsible administrative work.Be proficient in the full Microsoft Office Suite and have experience working with applicant tracking systems, preferably iCIMS.Possess strong attention to detail and ability to manage a diverse workload with shifting priorities.Have the ability to take initiative, follow through, and maintain confidentiality.Have excellent verbal and written communication skills, as well as strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to relate to and understand people in a courteous and professional manner.Possess solid analytical, decision-making, researching and organizational capabilities.Rewards & BenefitsAt AtkinsRéalis, our values—Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, and Excellence—are more than just words. They are the foundation of who we are and how we work. These principles shape our culture, guide our decisions, and inspire us to create an environment where every team member feels empowered to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact.Depending on your employment status, AtkinsRéalis benefits may include medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits, employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting, employee stock purchase plan, Paid Time Off, leaves of absences options, flexible work options, recognition and employee satisfaction programs, employee assistance program, and voluntary benefits. You can review our comprehensive benefits page here.About AtkinsRéalisWe're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.Additional InformationExpected compensation range is between $30-35 hourly depending on skills, experience, and geographical location.Are you ready to expand your career with us? Apply today and help us shape something extraordinary.AtkinsRéalis is an equal opportunity, Drug-Free employer EOE/Veteran/DisabilityAtkinsRéalis cares about your privacy and is committed to protecting your privacy. Please consult our Privacy Notice on our Careers site to know more about how we collect, use and transfer your Personal Data. By submitting your personal information to AtkinsRéalis, you confirm that you have read and accept our Privacy Notice.Note to staffing and direct hire agencies:In the event a recruiter or agency who is not on our preferred supplier list submits a resume/candidate to anyone in the company, AtkinsRéalis family of companies, we explicitly reserve the right to recruit and hire the candidate(s) at our discretion and without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. https://careers.atkinsrealis.com/recruitment-agencies