DescriptionTitle: Employer Relations
Specialist, Work & Travel USA
Hours: Monday-Friday, 9:30am-5:30pm
(with additional hours as necessary)
Pay: $15/hour
Dates of
Employment (approximate):
ASAP – July
Description:
InterExchange Work &
Travel USA is a US government-regulated J-1 Visa Program that places thousands
of international students in summer jobs with American employers. We are
seeking temporary administrative assistance for the Summer Work & Travel
program. Employer Relations Specialists play a vital role in the overall
success of the program by vetting potential host employers who wish to employ
and host international students. This position is trained to determine the
validity of a job placement to ensure students have a safe and successful
experience on the program. Employer Relations Specialists vet potential
employers by phone, email, fax and Internet research, keeping track of the
process and responses within our database. They also follow up with employers
and verify participant job assignments throughout the season, reporting any
unusual matters to the Program Director. The day-to-day responsibilities of
this position consist primarily of phone, Internet research and data-entry work,
with other clerical duties as necessary. This is a temporary position lasting
approximately six months, dependent upon program needs. The ideal candidate is
computer savvy and likes a fast-paced work environment where they get to
creatively solve problems all day.
Qualifications/Skills: We seek individuals with
excellent clerical/organizational skills who are motivated by connecting the
dots. Great communication and computer skills are essential. Must be a
self-motivated, friendly, reliable team player with METICULOUS attention to
detail and follow-through.
Physical
Demands:
- Lifting:
0-25 lbs - Frequency
of lifting: infrequent
Visual,
Hearing, Dexterity & Mental Demands: Adequate to perform the essential functions of
the job such as using a telephone, answering emails, filing paperwork, viewing
a computer screen, and operating office equipment.
Working
conditions:
The duties and responsibilities are generally performed in an office
environment. The position generally involves frequent standing; continuous
sitting; frequent walking; light to moderate lifting; light carrying; frequent
bending and reaching; keyboarding and telephone operation; in-person
communication.
Organization
Profile:
InterExchange is a private, non-profit organization with more than 40 years of
experience in international cultural exchange. We are dedicated to promoting
international understanding through development and implementation of
affordable intercultural and life experiential work/training opportunities. By
participating in our programs both in the US and abroad, tens of thousands of
young people have gained insight into other cultures. InterExchange is
designated by the US government to sponsor several J-1 Visa exchange programs
including Au Pair USA, Work & Travel USA, Camp USA and Career Training USA.
Program participants are placed in the US and abroad by InterExchange in
cooperation with foreign partner organizations and government agencies.
Additionally, we offer Work Abroad opportunities for Americans seeking similar
experience overseas.
For more specific
program information, please visit www.worktravelusa.org.
How
to apply
To apply, combine your
resume and cover letter in the BODY of an email and reply to employment@interexchange.org.
You may also fax your application to 212-924-0575. Attn: Human Resources.
Your cover letter
must include a reason why you would be suitable for this position and for
InterExchange. Applicants who do not follow the above instructions will not be
considered.
