Reemployment Coordinator - Veterans' Representative

State of Nebraska•Columbus, NE

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Nebraska Department of Labor is seeking a Reemployment Coordinator - Veterans' Representative to connect individuals to employment success. This role involves developing and promoting Career Center services to job seekers, employers, and partners. The ideal candidate has a strong desire to help others and enjoys daily challenges and variety. Applicants must be a Veteran of military service.

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 BE A VETERAN OF MILITARY SERVICE (per 38 U.S.C. 4103A and 4104 federal requirements).
To verify veteran status, the DD214 and other necessary paperwork needs to be submitted with the application.
Must have a valid driver's license or the ability to provide independent authorized transportation.
Knowledge of: State and federal employment security laws; Veterans programs; equal opportunity laws; vocational counseling or career guidance; case management interviewing procedures and techniques; developing and designing training programs; typical office computer systems; Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Access, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), SharePoint, Google Docs; NEworks or other GeoSolution software; Management Information Systems.
Skill in: public speaking or communicating with an audience; presenting information clearly using various media, strong case management skills.
Ability to: plan and organize work; communicate to disseminate information to a diverse group of people; promote/market/present services to groups of individuals; follow instructions; interact with clients, employers and the public; administer tests and measurements; conduct evaluations; create presentations; manage multiple programs; learn and apply agency rules, policies and procedures; maintain appropriate, professional working relationships with the public, coworkers and management; maintain regular and reliable attendance.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in human resources, behavioral science, business administration, communication, education or marketing.
Spanish/English bilingual skills desired but not required.
Preference will be given in this order: 1) Qualified service-connected disabled Veteran; 2) Qualified eligible veteran.

Responsibilities

Perform case management of clients.
Research and recommend clients for intensive and various training services including Re-Employment Services, Workfare, Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC), Rapid Response, Veterans and Workforce Investment Act (WIA) which requires in-depth case management and vocational guidance.
Screen applicants for eligibility for partner programs and utilizes 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 out-reach 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 as the largest and most diverse employer in the State
Opportunity to be part of meaningful work and make a difference through public service
Training and Development based on your career aspirations