Disabled Veteran Outreach Program Specialist

State of Oklahoma • OK

75d • $45,495

About The Position

The Disabled Veterans’ Outreach Program (DVOP) Specialist provides intensive, individualized career services to veterans and eligible persons who face significant barriers to employment. Working within the American Job Centers, DVOP Specialists help veterans overcome challenges, connect to supportive resources, and achieve long-term, meaningful employment through personalized case management, assessments, and coordinated service delivery.

Requirements

• Five (5) years of experience in employment services, career or vocational counseling, personnel, recruitment, training, customer service, or social services-related work; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience, substituting thirty (30) semester hours of college credit for three (3) years of experience.
• Current proof of service-connected disability dated within six (6) months must be submitted with your electronic application.
• Evidence of military service dates (DD214) must accompany your electronic application.
• Applicants must be a veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces and eligible for veterans’ preference under Title 74 O.S. Supp Section 840.15.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of federal and state veterans’ employment programs (e.g. WIOA, JVSG, VA, VR&E).
• Principles of case management, vocational counseling, and employment readiness.
• Local labor market trends, community resources, and training opportunities.
• Human relations, motivational interviewing, and barrier identification.
• Relevant laws, policies, and procedures governing veteran employment services.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized career and case management services to veterans and eligible spouses with barriers to employment, including assessments, career planning, and connections to training and supportive resources to help them achieve meaningful, long-term employment.
• Document all client interactions and progress in the State Management Information System, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with state and federal reporting requirements.
• Collaborate with Employment Service staff to ensure smooth hand-offs and referrals between DVOPs, LVERs, and other workforce partners, maintaining a client-centered approach throughout service delivery.
• Monitor client progress and provide follow-up after employment to support retention and continued career growth.
• Participate in local office meetings, training, and professional development to maintain program compliance and enhance service quality.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefit Package to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed