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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Job Developer - **Company:** Jewish Family Service - **Location:** Buffalo, NY, United States - **Salary:** $43,680.0 - $58,240.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Health Information Systems (HIS), Microsoft PowerPoint, Web Applications, Search (Computer Science) - **Published:** May 19, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=ff5daf0f26bdc2d9 ## About the Role Do you have a valid Driver's License license?, Do you have experience in Writing skills?, Do you have a Bachelor's degree?, * Bachelor's degree in relevant field or equivalent experience. * Background working in the employment or human resource fields highly desirable or experience in an inside or outside sales function, including account management experience. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: * Initiate and maintain personal contacts with business and industry representatives to set up recruitment profiles and provide orientations; schedules and visits potential and existing employers to identify and develop positions for clients. * Assist qualified clients in identifying positions in their field of interest and assist in the development of resumes, cover letters and applications; advise on employability skills. * Work with clients to gain relevant skills; helps them explore alternative employment options. * Strong internet research and computer skills, especially with Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and web-based health information systems. * Exhibited ability to effectively work within an inclusive and culturally and linguistically diverse environment. * Ability to interpret and respond to program and grant guidelines. * English speaking and writing fluency required., * Judgment and Decision Making - Considers relative pros and cons of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one. * Time Management - Uses time effectively and efficiently; values time; concentrates efforts on the more important priorities; gets more done efficiently and effectively. * Adaptability & Flexibility - Adapts to changing business needs, conditions, and work responsibilities. * Client Focus - Understands and meets customer needs, whether internal or external, providing a high level of service and cooperation, courteousness & sensitivity). * Initiative & Adaptability - Deals with situations and issues proactively and persistently, personal willingness and ability to respond to change and ability to meet deadlines., * Will work in the office and in the community; travel is a daily requirement as part of the provision of services to refugee clients, including expectation to transport clients to and from appointments. * Must have access to a reliable vehicle, possess a valid, clean driver's license and be sufficiently self-insured with liability insurance in the amount of $100,000/$300,000. * Flexible hours including days and some evenings, late nights, and weekends. ## Description The Job Developer is responsible for providing direct services to employable adults during the first twelve (12) months of resettlement, assisting with job preparation skills and creating a plan towards self- sufficiency. RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES A representative summary of tasks to be performed is provided below. The employee may be asked to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically stated in this description. The duties and responsibilities of the position are to be carried out in a manner that is consistent with the mission, values, and operating principles of Jewish Family Services. * Act as initial contact for new employers recruited to hire refugee clients. * Target and develop relationship with specific employers in the placement and training of refugees into the work force. * Break down and overcome the perceived barriers and challenges faced by newly arriving refugees seeking employment. * Provide transportation assistance, language assistance, and job application assistance in early stages of securing job for client. * Facilitate Job Readiness workshops for matching grant clients (those in the first 4 months of resettlement) and BRIA workshops for those in the 5-12 months of resettlement. * Assist clients in developing a career plan, identifying employment opportunities, resume development, and developing interview skills. Monitor client's career plan compliance and progress. * Advocate for clients in resolving issues with employers. * Maintain and review weekly job development reports (i.e. weekly job developer log, employment activity log, job referrals, placement report and other related). * Manage R&P and Match Grant monthly reports., * Physical activities and efforts required working in an office environment and the ability to move small furniture in preparation of an apartment. This may include making beds, arranging household items, and helping move client luggage. * Visual acuity sufficient to maintain system of files and reports containing computer-generated and handwritten documents. * Auditory acuity sufficient to communicate with staff and others by phone and in person. * Mobility sufficient to conduct regular duties within a normal office environment and community. ## Related Videos - [Demografie nutzen um jedem Bewerber das passende Angebot zu machen!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/836-demografie-nutzen-um-jedem-bewerber-das-passende-angebot-zu-machen) - [In-depth .NET Azure Functions: Isolated mode, performance and durable AI agents](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100207-in-depth-net-azure-functions-isolated-mode-performance-and-durable-ai-agents) - [Developing the Rich Text Editor for DeepL.com](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1172-developing-the-rich-text-editor-for-deepl-com) - [Generate AI in the Browser with Chrome AI - Raymond Camden](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1770-generate-ai-in-the-browser-with-chrome-ai-raymond-camden) - [Exploiting the recruitment game as a developer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/750-exploiting-the-recruitment-game-as-a-developer) - [From Syntax to Singularity: AI’s Impact on Developer Roles](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/900-from-syntax-to-singularity-ai-s-impact-on-developer-roles) ## Related Articles - [Starter Kit For Job Applications For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/7-starter-kit-for-job-applications-for-developers) - [How to land a developer job in Amsterdam](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/36-how-to-land-a-developer-job-in-amsterdam) - [The Best Job Search Websites of 2025](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/368-the-best-job-search-websites-of-2025) - [System change: restart as developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/39-system-change-restart-as-developer) - [Jobs in Germany for Americans](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/423-jobs-in-germany-for-americans) - [Quick guide: How to write a Software Developer CV](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/37-quick-guide-how-to-write-a-software-developer-cv)