Job Developer (Independent Contractor – Commission Based)
TCG WORKS (Tampa Connect Group, Inc.)
Florida Department of Education / Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (FLDOE/DVR)
Job Type: Independent Contractor (1099)
Compensation: Commission-Based
Location: Remote/Home-Based with Community Employer Outreach
Territories Available
Applicants may serve one or more of the following areas:
- Hillsborough County
- Pinellas County
- Pasco & Hernando Counties
- Manatee & Sarasota Counties
- Polk County
Applicants should reside within or near their preferred service area and be willing to conduct local employer outreach and networking activities.
About TCG WORKS
TCG WORKS is a contracted provider for the Florida Department of Education, Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (FLDOE/DVR). We assist individuals with disabilities in obtaining and maintaining competitive integrated employment by partnering with local businesses and connecting job seekers to meaningful career opportunities.
We are seeking motivated, community-focused professionals to join our team as Independent Contractor Job Developers.
Position Overview
The Job Developer is responsible for building relationships with local employers, identifying job opportunities, and assisting DVR participants in obtaining meaningful employment. This role involves employer outreach, networking, business engagement, and collaboration with participants, families, and vocational rehabilitation professionals.
This position is ideal for individuals with backgrounds in human resources, recruiting, education, workforce development, sales, community outreach, disability services, or vocational rehabilitation.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain relationships with local employers.
- Conduct employer outreach through phone calls, emails, networking events, and in-person visits.
- Identify employment opportunities that align with participants' skills, interests, and career goals.
- Coordinate interviews and hiring opportunities.
- Market qualified DVR participants to employers.
- Promote On-the-Job Training (OJT) opportunities and other DVR employment programs.
- Collaborate with Employment Specialists, Vocational Rehabilitation Counselors, families, and community partners.
- Assist participants in overcoming barriers to employment.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation of employer contacts and job development activities.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in Human Resources, Recruiting, Staffing, Workforce Development, Education, Sales, Business Development, Marketing, or Vocational Rehabilitation.
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities, including individuals requiring varying levels of support.
- Experience working with students and adults with special needs in educational, vocational, community, or employment settings.
- Strong networking, communication, and relationship-building skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage a flexible schedule.
- Familiarity with local employers and business communities is preferred.
- Reliable transportation for local employer visits.
Additional Skills Preferred
The following are highly desirable but not required:
- American Sign Language (ASL) proficiency.
- Spanish-speaking ability.
- Haitian Creole-speaking ability.
- Experience working with neurodiverse individuals.
- Experience with supported employment, transition services, or vocational rehabilitation programs.
- Existing employer contacts within the assigned territory.
Veterans and Retired Professionals Encouraged to Apply
TCG WORKS strongly encourages applications from:
- Veterans
- Retired Teachers and Educators
- Human Resources Professionals
- Recruiters and Staffing Specialists
- Workforce Development Professionals
- Vocational Rehabilitation Professionals
- Community Outreach Specialists
- Business Development and Sales Professionals
Why Join TCG WORKS?
- Work remotely from your home office.
- Flexible schedule.
- Serve your local community.
- Unlimited commission-based earning potential.
- Make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals with disabilities.
- Ongoing support and collaboration from an experienced employment services team.
- Opportunity to build strong relationships with employers throughout your service area.
Apply Today
Submit your resume and a brief summary of your experience in employer relations, human resources, recruiting, disability services, education, workforce development, sales, or community outreach, to [email protected]
TCG WORKS is an Equal Opportunity Contractor and values diversity in the workplace. Candidates with experience serving individuals with disabilities and diverse populations are strongly encouraged to apply.
Pay: $30,000.00 - $62,934.69 per year
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Tampa, FL 33584
