Employment Services Specialist

Cheyenne, WY - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 17 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description and Functions

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Under general supervision this position helpsconnect Wyomings employers with qualified job seekers by providing excellent customer service employment guidance and access to training resources. This role works closely with businesses to understand and fill workforce needs while promoting and coordinating the full range of Department of Workforce Services programs and services.

Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:

Comprehensive health dental and vision insurance
Paid vacation sick leave FMLA and holidays
Retirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future
Flexible schedules and work-life balance options
Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities and MUCH MORE!

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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed at the job level.

Manages participant caseload and accurately documents performance and services to participants by entering all relevant and required services and notes into the management information system and in other systems as needed. Creates maintains and updates customer Individual Responsibility Plan (IRP) for TANF/POWER participants as appropriate and develops methods to facilitate participant employment development based upon the participants marketable skills.
Performs a variety of assessment vocational counseling and workforce development duties associated with the employability development of participants. Facilitates and develops a plan appropriate to participants in caseload monitors customer evaluations in conjunction with supervisor to suggest updates or changes to individualized plans for participants researches current labor market trends so as to appropriately answer customer questions and concerns with the plan set forth.
Provides guidance to participants regarding work history education interests abilities and other relevant variables affecting participants employability. Facilitates participants interest in work-based learning opportunities which may include but may not be limited to work experiences pre-apprenticeships apprenticeships and on-the-job training opportunities. Arranges for supportive services to the customer as available and necessary and coordinates counseling and support activities as needed and appropriate.
Maintains knowledge of human resource industry trends and employment legislation; knowledge of the industry trends and national state and local economies; and knowledge of career pathways with the region to facilitate the development of a pipeline of skills adequate for the regional industry.
Collaborates with workforce investment partners to maintain linkage between human and economic development in the region. Facilitates discussions with community partners to encourage their participation and collaboration in WIOA programs services and/or job development needs. Attends meetings and events to assist with and promote economic development in the area.
Participates in job fairs community functions and vendor booths sponsored by employers. Assists in developing materials for employer relations programs and services. Present or assist with presentations to job seekers businesses and other partners as needed.
Uses electronic databases and programs to retrieve labor market information to provide information and assistance to job seekers employers and economic development entities.

Qualifications

PREFERENCES/**AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:

Preference may be given to candidates with experience working in federal programs.
Preference may be given to candidates with customer service experience.
Preference may be given to candidates with experience building and maintaining relationships with community partners.

**Must have a valid drivers license.

KNOWLEDGE:

Knowledge of state and federal rules regulations and statutes relative to employment and training
Knowledge of departmental policies and procedures
Knowledge of labor market information in the local area as well as statewide
Knowledge of area partners and service providers and how to coordinate with them to provide quality services and referrals
Knowledge of administering and interpreting various intelligence interest skills and proficiency tests
Knowledge of public speaking and record-keeping
Knowledge of how to establish appropriate rapport with other agencies case workers businesses applicants and government agencies
Knowledge and use of tests and other assessment tools to assist customers in determining occupational and career choices
Ability to work with community members and leaders to promote economic development in the area.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Bachelors Degree (typically in Business or Human Services)

Experience:

0-1 year of progressive work experience (typically in Business or Human Services)

Education & ExperienceSubstitution:

3-4 years of progressive work experience (typically in Business or Human Services)

Certificates Licenses Registrations:

None

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

Some travel may be required.

NOTES:

FLSA: Non-Exempt
The Wyoming Department of Workforce Services (DWS) uses E-Verify an Internet-based system to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify including your rights and responsibilities.
Former State of Wyoming employees who are rehired within 31 days from their previous employment will be required to reimburse the State of Wyoming for all Vacation and Sick leave compensation received upon separation.
Offers of employment will be contingent upon successfully completing a background check.

Supplemental Information

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URL: State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

Class Specifications are subject to change please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.

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Description and FunctionsGENERAL DESCRIPTION: Under general supervision this position helpsconnect Wyomings employers with qualified job seekers by providing excellent customer service employment guidance and access to training resources. This role works closely with businesses to understand and fil...