Reemployment Coordinator - Veterans' Representative

State of Nebraska•Norfolk, NE

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Nebraska Department of Labor is seeking an individual who is a veteran of military service to serve as a Reemployment Coordinator - Local Veterans' Employment Representative (LVER). This role will help create opportunities for fellow Nebraskans by promoting the hiring of veterans to Nebraska employers. The ideal candidate has a strong desire to help others, is detail-oriented, and enjoys daily challenges and variety. Applicants must be a veteran of military service to be considered for this position. The primary purpose and function of the Local Veterans Employment Representative (LVER) is to work with local employers to meet employment needs of veterans and eligible people with barriers to employment. In addition, the role will be assigned tasks as a Business Services Representative.

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.
Valid driver's license or the ability to provide independent authorized transportation.
Knowledge of State and federal employment security laws.
Knowledge of Veterans programs.
Knowledge of workforce development programs - WIOA, VETS, DOL grants.
Knowledge of equal opportunity laws.
Knowledge of vocational counseling or career guidance.
Knowledge of case management interviewing procedures and techniques.
Knowledge of developing and designing training programs.
Knowledge of typical office computer systems.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Access, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), SharePoint, Google Docs.
Knowledge of NEworks or other case management systems.
Knowledge of Management Information Systems.
Skill in community outreach, recruiting, community/employer engagement practices.
Skill in public speaking or communicating with an audience.
Skill in presenting information clearly using various media.
Strong case 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 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.
Experience working with individuals facing employment barriers.
Bilingual Spanish/English language skills.

Responsibilities

Visit employers and businesses to build relationships while explaining the advantages of hiring veterans.
Encourage employers to recruit veterans.
Organize hiring events, job fairs, or employer seminars.
Conduct job-search workshops.
Create job search groups for veterans.
Connect employers with qualified veterans.
Help veterans access employment services, training programs, and job placement assistance through the state’s workforce system.
Vet new employers registered with the Department of Labor.
Conduct Rapid Response events in service area.
Conduct Foreign Labor Certification (FLC) housing inspections.
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 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
Supportive and inviting teammates
A safe and secure work environment