Employer Engagement Specialist

Job Summary

Reporting to the Director of Partnerships and Stakeholder Relations, the Employer Engagement Specialist is responsible for driving measurable growth in employer participation in our programs and apprenticeship services.

This sales-focused, employer-facing role combines outbound sales with strategic relationship development to expand SOY’s employer network across targeted sectors and geographic regions, positioning our skilled trades programs as practical workforce solutions.

We are seeking a confident and results-oriented relationship builder who is comfortable initiating conversations with business owners and industry leaders and motivated by converting employer interest into active participation. The Specialist balances new employer acquisition with ongoing relationship development, ensuring strong, sustained employer engagement over time and keeping SOY top of mind as a skilled trades workforce resource. Success in this role is defined by ...