Workforce Development Specialist 4

Baton Rouge, LA - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 3831 - 7518

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

About this Job

Office of Workforce Development
Division: Rapid Response
Location: Baton Rouge LA

Mission

We are dedicated to empowering Louisianans to achieve self-sufficiency supporting businesses with skilled talent fostering a thriving workforce and strengthening our communities across the state.

Vision

Every individual is provided with the skills and opportunities needed to pursue meaningful and fulfilling careers and every employer thrives with access to a highly skilled workforce.

TheOffice of Workforce Development (OWD) is a key division of Louisiana Works managing programs in workforce training job placement apprenticeships and business engagement. Through collaboration with local boards educational institutions and industry partners OWD aims to improve economic mobility for job seekers and ensure Louisiana employers have the skilled talent they need contributing to the states economic growth.

ThisWorkforce Development Specialist 4serves as a program expert for the Office of Workforce Development (OWD) Rapid Response program and Mobile Workforce Center (MWC) activities and events.

Minimum Qualifications

Six years of experience in workforce development administrative services or social services; OR

Six years of full-time experience in any field plus three years of experience in workforce development administrative services or social services; OR

A bachelors degree plus three years of experience in workforce development administrative services or social services; OR

A masters degree plus two years of experience in workforce development administrative services or social services.

EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION:
Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field.

Job Specification

The official job specifications for this role as defined by the State Civil Service can be found here.

Job Duties and Other Information

Job Duties:

Provide expert Rapid Response and other OWD expert services onsite and aboard the MWC unit(s).
Ensure program-specific compliance with applicable federal and state laws mandates policies precedents instructions and guidelines.
Serves as an MWC staff expert assisting employers and partners with coordination and logistical needs.
Assist with scheduling and logistical coordination of MWC activities and events including marketing materials in conjunction with OWD Public Relations on-site orientations and job fairs.
Enter track and maintain accurate data in state systems (HiRE) for event activity attendance and follow-up services.
Develop and/or recommend comprehensive solutions that meet the needs of our customers.
Work collaboratively with Mobile Equipment Operator (s) to maintain and service vehicles as needed (schedule cleanings order supplies refuel tire pressure fluid checks etc.).
When not involved in Rapid Response activities the incumbent will also be responsible for providing expert professional services as needed to other OWD programs including the Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA) Program and Youth Employment.
Other duties as assigned. Up to 85% in and out-of-state travel may be possible.

Position Specific Details:
Location: Baton Rouge LA
Appointment Type: Probational / Job Appointment / Promotional / Detail to Special Duty

Louisiana Works is an equal employment opportunity employer and SAME agency which serves as a model employer for the recruitment hiring and retention of individuals with disabilities. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities TDD#

How to Apply:
No Civil Service test score is required to be considered for this vacancy.

To apply for this vacancy click on theApplylink above and complete an electronic application which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.

Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e. relevant detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

All applicants selected for employment must submit to drug screening and a background check.

Contact Information:
For further information about this vacancy contact:
Heather Courville

Required Experience:

About this Job Office of Workforce DevelopmentDivision: Rapid ResponseLocation: Baton Rouge LAMissionWe are dedicated to empowering Louisianans to achieve self-sufficiency supporting businesses with skilled talent fostering a thriving workforce and strengthening our communities across the state.Visi...