380863 - DEO - LVER EMPLOYMENT SECURITY REP II - 40042036
Requisition No:
380863
Agency:
Economic Opportunity
Working Title:
380863 - DEO - LVER EMPLOYMENT SECURITY REP II - 40042036
Position Number:
40042036
Salary:
$32,853.84
Posting Closing Date:
06/04/2021
Our Organization and Mission:
The Florida Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) works across the state to support Florida s economy, robust and talented workforce and our local communities. We are dedicated to making a stronger and more resilient Florida, so our businesses, communities and workforce are better prepared to withstand future economic slowdowns and natural disasters.
First Coast Workforce Development, Inc., dba CareerSource Northeast Florida is the workforce development organization for the Northeast Florida region. CareerSource Northeast Florida forges working partnerships with local communities, elected officials, business, labor and education leaders to improve workforce education, employment and training opportunities in Baker, Clay, Duval, Nassau, Putnam and St. Johns counties.
CareerSource Northeast Florida partners with DEO and local organizations to connect workers to jobs and businesses to the talent it needs to thrive. CareerSource NEFL provides innovative services that build a talent pipeline for the jobs of today and the future.
In collaboration with our partners, we salute our nation s veterans and are honored to have the opportunity to support them and their family members by encouraging them to apply for positions at DEO that fit their skill sets.
The Florida Department of Economic Opportunity is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. (TTY/TDD 1-800-955-8771 or the Florida Relay Service 711.)
Let DEO s mission become yours. To find out more about us, click on the link :
http:
//www.floridajobs.org/
The Work You Will Do:
- The Local Veterans Employment Representative (LVER) assists with the development of the service delivery strategies for veterans and educating partner staff with current employment initiatives and programs for veterans.
- Performs duties outlined in Title 38 of the United States Code (U.S.C.), 4104(b)(1)(2), as amended by Public Law 100-323. The incumbent will assure the local office compliance with Federal Regulations, standards of performance and contractual provisions of the grant agreement mandating special services for Veterans.
- The specific work unit in which the position is located in our Gateway Career Center located in Jacksonville, FL.
The Difference You Will Make:
You will connect workers to jobs and businesses to the talent it needs to thrive. Your knowledge and skills will be utilized to help build a talent pipeline for the jobs of today and the future DEO is a fast-paced work environment in which critical thinking and prioritizing are a must.
How You Will Grow:
DEO encourages its employees to constantly innovate and seek efficiencies. Trainings are made available throughout the year and on request with our Office of HR Training and with our Division of Workforce Training Unit and CareerSource NEFL provided training. In accordance with DEO s Vision and Mission, the employee:
- Furthers Florida s economic vision by providing support that enhances the economy and develops, safe, and healthy communities.
- Meets customer/client expectations with an emphasis on responsiveness, quality, quantity, and timeliness of work.
- Provides information clearly, accurately, and succinctly; and also exhibits good listening skills.
- Works collaboratively to optimize the effectiveness of DEO's available resources and tools.
- Uses knowledge acquired through education, training, or experience to complete tasks.
These expectations are for all our employees, and you will be expected to model these as a leader. We believe in supporting and encouraging you as you take on important and often complex projects while offering you the opportunity to gain valuable experience.
Where You Will Work:
Northeast Florida, aka Florida s First Coast, includes seven unique and thriving counties Baker, Clay, Duval, Flagler, Nassau, Putnam and St. Johns, that work collaboratively to attract business and labor.
Our location provides an abundant opportunity for residents to enjoy an ideal work-life balance. From the Atlantic Ocean or the St. Johns River, to the Intracoastal Waterway and our preserves, Northeast Florida is the ideal place to work. The beaches located on the Atlantic Ocean are some of the most beautiful. The St John s River, the only river that flows north in the United States, has tributaries throughout most of the counties and flows right through the center of the Greater Jacksonville s metropolitan area, the 4th largest city of Florida consisting of many businesses and corporations. The Navy has a large presence in the area with three major military bases, Naval Air Station (NAS) and Mayport Naval Station, and the Submarine Station on St Mary s River. Further the region boasts a strong public school system and state college system.
WORKING FOR THE STATE OF FLORIDA IS MORE THAN A PAYCHECK!!
State Group Insurance coverage options+ Retirement plan options, including employer
(health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental options) contributions (FYI, please click www.myfrs.com)
Nine paid holidays and a Personal Holiday each year Annual and Sick Leave Benefits
Student Loan Forgiveness Program (Eligibility required) Flexible Spending Accounts
Tuition Fee Waivers (Accepted by major Florida colleges/universities) Ongoing comprehensive training provided
Career Growth Highly skilled, professional environment
+For a more complete list of benefits, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.
- We care about the success of our employees.
- We care about the success of our clients.
- We are always improving our technology, our tools, our customer s experiences and ourselves.
- A rewarding experience for reliable, compassionate and professional employees.
Pay:
$32,853.84
Your
Responsibilities:
The following duties are included in Title 38 of the United States Code (U.S.C):
- Conduct employer outreach and seminars
- In conjunction with employers, conduct job searches workshops and establish job search groups
- Facilitates employment, training and placement services furnished to veterans in CareerSource under the Employ Florida service delivery system
- Maintains regular contact with community leaders, employers, labor unions, training programs, and Veterans Organizations to keep them apprised of eligible Veterans, and other appropriate organizations as directed for employment and/or training opportunities
- Plans and participates in job and career fairs
- Informs Federal contractors of the process to recruit qualified veterans, which may include reports and/or data
- Promotes credentialing and licensing opportunities for veterans
- Assisting with the development of the service delivery strategies for veterans in their assigned career center, as well as educating all CareerSource partner staff with current employment initiatives and programs for veterans, and reports.
- Perform other veteran duties IAW the Jobs for Veterans State Grants as required
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Working knowledge/experience using Microsoft Office applications, incl. Word, Excel, PowerPoint
- Knowledge of basic sales principles and skills
- Knowledge of the principles and techniques of effective communication
- Knowledge of workforce plans and business/management principles;
- Skilled in group presentations or workshop instruction and/or facilitation.
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in individual and group settings, both verbally and in writing;
- Ability to promote and market the Career Center;
- Ability to deal with the public in a tactful, courteous and effective manner.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team
- Ability to prepare reports to include recording, evaluating and analyzing data
- Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures
- Ability to work independently by planning, organizing and coordinating work assignments
Qualifications:
As a condition of pre-employment eligibility, a Level 2 security background screening is required, which consists of fingerprinting and a check of local, state and national law enforcement records.
Other Requirements that may be required for the position:
- Appointment to this position must be made in the order of preference provided by Public Law 100-323, as follows:
First to qualified service-connected disabled veterans; then, if no such disabled veteran is available, to qualified eligible veterans; and if no such eligible veteran is available, to qualified persons (as defined in 38 U.S.C.) Applicants applying via the Internet must ensure that required military documentation, DD form 214 and/or current US Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)/ Defense letter reflecting character of discharge is submitted prior to closure of job announcement. - IAW the Veterans Benefit Act of 2010, 38 U.S.C 4102(A) (c)(8)(A) requires all newly hired LVER specialists are required to satisfactorily complete Jobs for Veterans State Grant (JVSG) training delivered by the National Veterans Training Institute (NVTI) within 18 months after the date of employment.
- The incumbent must possess or obtain certification as a Workforce Professional Tier 1 within one year of employment in the position.
- Required to travel locally and must furnish own transportation.
Preferred:
- A Bachelor s Degree from an accredited college or university and two year of professional employment security, business/management, administrative, or communication experience. (May substitute experience noted above on a year for year basis for college degree).
- Professional or nonprofessional experience in areas related to employment security:
interviewing, counseling, job placement, aptitude testing and assessments, job development, or job analysis may substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required college education.
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
VETERANS PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Candidates claiming Veterans Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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