EMPLOYMENT SECURITY REP II-MSFW - 40045016 1

State of Florida•Wauchula, FL

34d•Onsite

About The Position

This position involves performing extensive personal outreach contacts with Migrant and Seasonal Farm-workers (MSFW) to determine their employment needs and advise them of available services at the local One Stop Center. The role requires providing information on worker rights and complaint systems, assisting other staff in identifying and extending services to MSFWs, and referring them to appropriate supportive services. The incumbent will also cooperate and communicate with MSFW community action organizations to promote One Stop Center services and solicit outreach assistance. This role is crucial for conducting outreach and assessment services for MSFWs in their communities, providing information through written and oral presentations in both English and Spanish.

Requirements

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 in both English and Spanish.
Working knowledge/experience using Microsoft applications which include Word, Excel and Power Point.
Knowledge of the principles and techniques of effective customer service and the ability to provide excellent customer service.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
Ability to deal with the public in a tactful, courteous and effective manner.
Ability to record, collect, evaluate and analyze data.
Ability to work independently by planning, organizing and coordinating work assignments.
Ability to listen effectively.
Ability to read and understand reports, documents and other written materials.
Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques.
Ability to work relatively independently.
Ability to work effectively as part of an inter-organizational team.
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.
Bi-lingual (Spanish/English) required (written and verbal).
Must have MSFW background.
Duties and responsibilities of this position must be performed at the official work site of the Department.
Travel may be required to travel.

Nice To Haves

The incumbent have adequate linguistic ability in both English and Spanish due to increased Hispanic influence within the agricultural community of this administrative area.

Responsibilities

Comprehensive and specialized assessments of skill levels and service needs.
Development of an individual employment plan to identify employment goals, achievement objectives, and appropriate services for participants.
Group and Individual career counseling and career planning.
Provide services available from the local office, including referrals to agricultural and non-agricultural employment, training, supportive services, testing, counseling, and other job development services.
Provide specific employment opportunities that are currently available.
Provide information on the complaint system and a basic summary of farmworker rights regarding the terms and conditions of employment.
Coordinates services with state and local agencies and private employers for job development and referrals.
Maintains accurate case records including tracking customers’ employability plans.
Maintains appropriate documentation for support services and conducts follow-up on customers on a regularly scheduled basis.
Refers customers to community resources for appropriate employment-related services and performs placement services, as required.
Perform extensive personal outreach contacts with Migrant and Seasonal Farm-workers (MSFW) in order to determine their employment needs and to advise them of the full range of services available at the local One Stop Center.
Make available and distribute to MSFW workers concise written information in Spanish and English informing workers of their rights under State and Federal Statutes and Regulations. Also, inform these workers of Worker Complaint Systems.
Assist other professional staff to identify and extend services to MSFWs in need of job referral, intensive guidance or other specialized services necessary to attain a status of employability.
Refer MSFWs to supportive services not available through the One Stop Center when appropriate.
Refer any applicant with extensive barriers to employment to a counselor.
Cooperate and communicate with MSFW community action organizations, familiarizing them with One Stop Center available services and urging referral of MSFW workers to local offices.
Solicit assistance in outreach from these organizations.
Perform follow-up and follow-through activities as needed.

Benefits

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