Business Services Representative

Headquarters•Anne Arundel, MD

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Maryland State Department of Education is dedicated to supporting a world-class educational system that prepares all students for college and career success in the 21st century. With excellent stewardship from our divisions, we oversee State and federal programs that support the needs of a diverse population – students, teachers, principals, and other educators throughout Maryland. As part of the Maryland State Department of Education, the Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) provides services to assist students with disabilities prepare for the work world, vocational rehabilitation services to assist adults with significant disabilities who are seeking to enter or reenter the workforce, and the adjudication of Social Security disability claims for the citizens of Maryland. GRADE 15 Salary will be based on qualifications and Agency Budget allowance. LOCATION OF POSITION Division of Rehabilitation Services Anne Arundel County Career Center 613 Global Way Linthicum Heights, MD 21090 Hybrid schedule may be available after completion of training (up to 3 telework days permitted each week).

Requirements

Education: A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
Experience: One year of professional experience in business and/or job placement and job development or professional experience in a behavioral or social science related field.
Candidates may substitute additional experience as defined above directly related to the position at the rate of one year of experience for each year of the required education.
Candidates may substitute the possession of a Master’s degree from an accredited college or university for one year of the required experience.
Applicants must consent to a State Police Investigation (fingerprinting) as a routine procedure for all employees with this Agency.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with people with disabilities.
Bilingual skills are preferred

Responsibilities

Promote and market the employment of persons who have significant disabilities by developing active partnerships with businesses and business-related organizations and workforce partners, such as chambers of commerce, Business Leadership Networks, Society of Human Resource Managers (SHRM), DLLR, American Job Centers, and commerce and economic development offices.
Collaborate with community and workforce partners to develop employment alliances or job placement networks.
Provide technical assistance and training to businesses throughout the state regarding interviewing and hiring persons with disabilities, disability etiquette, tax credit opportunities, the Americans with Disabilities Act and reasonable accommodations.
Coordinate customized training program opportunities with local businesses and DORS Business Services staff.
Consult regularly with VR Specialists and consumers to provide technical assistance regarding individual employment goals and job readiness, including guidance on job applications and resumes.
Facilitate employment-related workshops providing training on job readiness activities for DORS consumers.
Provide resource information and consultation on a regular schedule regarding labor market information, trends, economic development and workforce opportunities to support DORS staff responsible for providing career guidance to persons with significant disabilities.
Serve as an integral member of the agency’s statewide business services team.