Reemployment Coordinator

State of Nebraska • Lexington, NE

3d • $22 • Onsite

About The Position

Are you ready to make a difference in the lives of individuals in your community? Join the Nebraska Department of Labor in connecting individuals to employment success as a Reemployment Coordinator. You will help create opportunities for fellow Nebraskans by developing and promoting Career Center services to job seekers, employers, and partners. We are looking for an individual who has a strong desire to help others and enjoys daily challenges and variety. If this sounds like you...apply today! Here's what we have to offer! • 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

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.

Nice To Haves

• Degree in social/behavioral sciences, business or public administration, education, or related field; experience in public/human services gathering and providing information, interviewing, and assessing client needs.
• Bilingual language (i.e. Spanish, Vietnamese, Arabic, etc.) desired but not required.
• Knowledge of: State and federal employment security laws; equal opportunity laws; vocational counseling or career guidance; case management interviewing procedures and techniques; methods for showing and promoting agency services; typical office computer systems; Microsoft Office Word, Outlook, Excel, Access, PowerPoint.
• Skill in: public speaking or communicating with an audience; presenting information clearly using various media in front of an audience; assessing customer needs; database entry.
• Ability to: plan and organize work; communicate to disseminate information to a diverse group of people; actively listen to others; follow instructions; interact with clients, employers and the public; administer tests and measurements; maintain accurate documentation; conduct evaluations; create presentations; learn and apply agency rules, policies and procedures; adapt to changing business trends and needs; establish and maintain relationships; maintain regular and reliable attendance.

Responsibilities

• Perform case management of clients; research and recommend clients for intensive and various training service including Re-employment.
• Screen applicants for eligibility for partner programs utilizing vocational guidance tools.
• Assist individuals with job search/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.
• Attend group and individual trainings to learn and improve at the job.
• Interpret and apply federal legislation to state and local workforce development programs.
• Receive and verify job orders from employers and enter information into various computer programs as needed.
• Coordinate with local training providers to enroll participants in training and coordinate career, training, and supportive services for the participants.
• Coordinate services with local community development entities to promote community growth.
• Utilize various means of technology to provide needed data.
• Market Career Center services to the community and employers.
• Advocate as business liaison to oversee One Stop Center marketing; coordinate visits, offer special products and market services to area business community.
• Plan, implement and present workshops relevant to business and job seeker needs; plan and present presentations at schools, job fairs etc. and develop informational presentations to promote re-employment services.
• Perform data entry and retrieval activities for various programs as necessary.
• Follow-up through phone, text, and email with case load monthly to monitor progress and ensure needs are met.

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED