Reemployment Coordinator - Veterans' Representative

State of Nebraska•Norfolk, NE

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Nebraska Department of Labor is seeking a veteran of military service to serve as a Reemployment Coordinator - Consolidated Position. This role functions as both a Disabled Veteran Outreach Program (DVOP) specialist and a Local Veterans' Employment Representative (LVER). The primary goal is to assist veterans and eligible persons with barriers to employment by promoting veteran hiring to Nebraska employers and providing individualized career services to enhance employability and self-sufficiency. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, enjoys daily challenges and variety, and has a strong desire to help others.

Requirements

Must be a veteran of military service (per 38 U.S.C. 4103A and 4104 federal requirements).
Post high school coursework or training in social/behavioral sciences, counseling, business, public administration, education, marketing, or a related field; or experience in client development and case management including interviewing, research, and direct customer service.
Must have a valid driver's license or the ability to provide independent authorized transportation.
Knowledge of veteran-specific services and benefits available through the Veterans' Employment and Training Service (VETS) and other workforce development programs, including WIOA, VETS, or DOL grants.
Knowledge of equal opportunity laws.
Knowledge of vocational counseling or career guidance.
Knowledge of employment trends and labor market information.
Knowledge of case management interviewing procedures and techniques.
Knowledge of developing and designing training programs.
Knowledge of typical office computer systems.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Access, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), SharePoint, Google Docs.
Experience with NEworks or similar case management systems.
Skilled in public speaking or communicating with an audience.
Skilled in relationship-building.
Skilled in presenting information clearly using various media.
Strong case and time management skills.
Ability to plan and organize work.
Ability to communicate to disseminate information to a diverse group of people.
Ability to promote/market/present services to groups of individuals.
Ability to follow instructions.
Ability to interact with clients, employers and the public.
Ability to administer tests and measurements.
Ability to conduct evaluations.
Ability to create presentations.
Ability to manage multiple programs.
Ability to manage and document detailed case notes.
Ability to learn and apply agency rules, policies and procedures.
Ability to maintain appropriate, professional working relationships with the public, coworkers and management.
Ability to maintain regular and reliable attendance.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in human resources, behavioral science, business administration, communication, education or marketing.
Bilingual Spanish/English language skills.

Responsibilities

Perform case management of clients.
Research and recommend clients for intensive and various training services including Re-Employment Services, Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC), Rapid Response, Veterans and Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA).
Screen applicants for eligibility for partner programs and utilize vocational guidance tools to assist applicants with core intensive services.
Work closely with partners in coordinating services of mutual clients.
Perform job search/matching activities for employers and applicants including registration, job referrals and job development.
Administer assessment instruments (tests, surveys, etc.) and other planning tools; interpret results and counsel clients.
Utilize various means of technology to provide needed data.
Conduct presentations and perform outreach activities through membership on various advisory boards, committees, and community organizations.
Perform data entry and retrieval activities for various programs as necessary.

Benefits

13 paid holidays
Vacation and sick leave that begin accruing immediately
Military leave
156% state-matched retirement
Tuition reimbursement
Employee assistance program
79% employer paid health insurance plans
Dental and vision insurance plans
Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) through the Federal government
Wide variety and availability of career advancement
Opportunity to be part of meaningful work and make a difference through public service
Training and Development based on your career aspirations