DVOP GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT II - 40034233

State of Florida•Fort Lauderdale, FL

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Florida Commerce 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. The DVOP Government Operations Consultant II is a member of the Florida Commerce team with CareerSource Broward. 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 Florida Commerce that fit their skill sets. Florida Commerce 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 Florida Commerce’s mission become yours. To find out more about us, click on the link: http://www.floridajobs.org/

Requirements

Ability to promote and market the Career Center.
Knowledge of the principles and techniques of effective communication and the ability to communicate clearly and effectively in individual and group settings, both verbally and in writing.
Knowledge of the basic principles of counseling and case management.
Working knowledge/experience using Microsoft applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Skilled in group presentations, workshop instruction, and/or facilitation.
Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques.
Ability to deal with the public in a tactful, courteous, and effective manner.
Ability to conduct effective interviews.
Ability to listen effectively.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Ability to work independently by planning, organizing, prioritizing, and coordinating work assignments.
Applicants must submit the required military documentation prior to closure of the job announcement.
Satisfactorily complete Jobs for Veterans State Grant (JVSG) training with the National Veterans Training Institute (NVTI)) within 18 months of employment.
Degree in public administration, business administration, Social Services, or related field, plus three (1-3) years’ experience in administration, management, or other related business services; this work may substitute for years of education.
Possess or be able to obtain certification as a Workforce Professional Tier 1 within 30 days of employment in the position.
Required to work some weekends or after regular work hours at job fairs or community meetings (once or twice per month).
Required to travel locally and must furnish own transportation.
A Level 2 security background screening is required, consisting of fingerprinting and a review of local, state, and national law enforcement records.

Nice To Haves

A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Business, Human Services, Education, or a related field, plus 1-3 years of experience in business services, human resources, case managment, or leadership.
Professional or nonprofessional experience in areas related to workforce development, employment, interviewing, counseling, job placement, aptitude testing and assessments, job development, or job analysis may substitute on a year-for-year basis for the preferred college education.
Possess the ability to utilize state workforce development databases and the ability to utilize the Internet to conduct research and obtain data.
Registered in EmployFlorida.

Responsibilities

Provide outreach and facilitate placements to meet the employment needs of eligible veterans and eligible spouses entitled to benefits, in accordance with priorities as determined by the Federal Department of Labor.
Perform duties outlined in Title 38 of the United States Code (U.S.C.), 4104(b)(1)(2), as amended by Public Law 100-323, and will ensure the local office complies with Federal Regulations, standards of performance, and contractual provisions of the grant agreement mandating special services for Veterans.
Comprehensive and specialized assessments of skill levels and service needs.
Development of individual employment plans to identify the employment goals, appropriate achievement objectives, and an appropriate combination of services for the participant to achieve the employment goals.
Group career counseling.
Individual counseling and career planning.
Short-term pre-vocational services that may include the development of learning, communication, and interviewing skills, MOS conversion for resume assistance, punctuality, personal maintenance skills, and professional conduct to prepare individuals for unsubsidized employment or training.
Coordinate with Department of Veteran Affairs Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment (VRE) counselors to provide case management assistance to VRE (Chapter 31) special disabled Veterans and other Veterans with Qualified Barriers to Employment.
Provide outreach to local organizations, such as but not limited to local colleges, technical training centers, apprenticeship programs, and community-based (non-profit - including faith-based organizations), to educate the organizations serving Veterans on how to identify veterans with Qualifying Barriers to Employment, and to assist and refer veterans to the Disabled Veterans Outreach Program Specialists located at the Career Centers for services.

Benefits

State Group Insurance coverage options+ (health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental options)
Retirement plan options, including employer 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