337782-DEO-LVER EMPLOYMENT SECURITY REP II - 40041117

Company: State of Florida
Location: Tallahassee
Posted on: June 12, 2021

Job Description:

Requisition No:337782

Agency: Economic Opportunity

Working Title: 337782-DEO-LVER EMPLOYMENT SECURITY REP II - 40041117

Position Number:40041117

Salary: $38,000 - $42,000 Annually

Posting Closing Date: 06/10/2021

JOB TYPE: FULL TIME / Career Service

POSITION LOCATION: Tallahassee




The Florida Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) works across the state to support Floridas economy, robust and talented workforce and our local communities. DEO is dedicated to making a stronger and more resilient Florida, so our businesses, communities and workforce are better prepared to withstand future economic slowdowns and natural disasters. DEO is focusing our efforts to help Floridians rebuild their homes and lives after the devastating impacts of Hurricanes Irma and Michael.



WHAT MAKES DEO UNIQUE AND A GREAT PLACE TO WORK?



* Highly skilled, professional environment *Healthcare Benefits

* Ongoing comprehensive training provided *Leave Benefits

* Student Loan Forgiveness Program(Eligibility Required) *Career Growth
* Tuition Fee Waivers (Accepted by major Florida colleges/universities)

• We care about the success of our employees.

• We care about the success of our clients.

• We are always improving our technology, our tools, our customers experiences and ourselves.

• A rewarding experience for reliable, compassionate and professional employees.

OPEN COMPETITIVE





As a condition of pre-employment eligibility, a Level 2 security background screening is required, which consists of fingerprinting and a check of local, state and national law enforcement records.



TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION RESPONSES TO THE QUALIFYING QUESTIONS ARE REQUIRED AND MUST BE VERIFIABLE BASED ON YOUR SUBMITTED APPLICATION.



THIS IS A VETERAN FUNDED POSITION. Appointment to this position must be made in the order of preferenceprovided by Public Law 100-323, as follows: First to qualified service-connected disabled veterans ; then, if no such disabled veteran is available, to qualified eligible veterans; and if no such eligible veteran is available, to qualified persons (as defined in 38 U.S.C.) Applicants claiming veteran preference must provide a copy of their DD-214 Member 4 copy and when claiming disabled veteran preference must provide a copy of their DD-214 Member 4 copy AND statement of disability from the Veteran's Administration. Applicants applying must ensure that required military documents, DD-214 Member 4 copy and CURRENT U.S. Department of Veterans' Affairs (VA) statement of disability letter, are submitted prior to closure of job announcement.



The Local Veterans Employment Representative (LVER ) assists with the development of the service delivery strategies for veterans and educating partner staff with current employment initiatives and programs for veterans. The incumbent will assure the local office compliance with Federal Regulations, standards of performance and contractual provisions of the grant agreement mandating special services for Veterans.



THIS POSITION HAS THE FOLLOWING MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Working knowledge/experience using Microsoft Office applications, incl. Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Knowledge of basic sales principles and skills
• Knowledge of the principles and techniques of effective communication
• Knowledge of workforce plans and business/management principles;
• Skilled in group presentations or workshop instruction and/or facilitation.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in individual and group settings, both verbally and in writing;
• Ability to promote and market the Career Center;
• Ability to deal with the public in a tactful, courteous and effective manner;
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team;
• Ability to prepare reports to include recording, evaluating and analyzing data;
• Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures;
• Ability to work independently by planning, organizing and coordinating work assignments.

THE HIRED CANDIDATE WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE FOLLOWING

Performs duties outlined in Title 38 of the United States Code (U.S.C.), 4104(b)(1)(2), as amended by Public Law 100-323. The following duties are included in this code:

• Conduct employer outreach and seminars
• In conjunction with employers, conduct job search workshops and establish job search groups
• Facilitates employment, training and placement services furnished to veterans in CareerSource under the Employ Florida service delivery system
• Maintains regular contact with community leaders, employers, labor unions, training programs, and Veterans Organizations to keep them apprised of eligible Veterans, and other appropriate organizations as directed for employment and/or training opportunities
• Plans and participates in job and career fairs
• Informs Federal contractors of the process to recruit qualified veterans, which may include reports and/or data
• Promotes credentialing and licensing opportunities for veterans
• Assisting with the development of the service delivery strategies for veterans in their assigned career center, as well as educating all CareerSource partner staff with current employment initiatives and programs for veterans, and reports.
• Perform other veteran duties IAW the Jobs for Veterans State Grants as required.

OTHER JOB-RELATED REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS POSITION

• Appointment to this position must be made in the order of preference provided by Public Law 100-323, as follows: First to qualified service-connected disabled veterans; then, if no such disabled veteran is available, to qualified eligible veterans; and if no such eligible veteran is available, to qualified persons (as defined in 38 U.S.C.) Applicants applying via the Internet must ensure that required military documentation, DD form 214 and/or current US Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)/ Defense letter reflecting character of discharge is submitted prior to closure of job announcement.
• IAW the Veterans Benefit Act of 2010, 38 U.S.C 4102(A) (c)(8)(A) requires all newly hired LVER specialists are required to satisfactorily complete Jobs for Veterans State Grant (JVSG) training delivered by the National Veterans Training Institute (NVTI) within 18 months after the date of employment.
• The incumbent must possess or obtain certification as a Workforce Professional Tier 1 within one year of employment in the position.
• Required to travel locally and must furnish own transportation.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

At DEO, we salute our heroes. We are honored to have the opportunity to support our nations veterans and their family members by encouraging them to apply for positions at DEO that fit their skill sets. Let DEOs mission become yours.



This positions advertisement may also be viewed by registering on the Employ Florida website at .

The Florida Department of Economic Opportunity is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. (TTY/TDD 1-800-955-8771 or the Florida Relay Service 711.)

If you think you have been subjected to unlawful discrimination, you may file a complaint within 180 days from the date of the alleged violation with either the recipients Equal Opportunity Officer, or the Director, Civil Rights Center:

• Equal Opportunity Officer, Department of Economic Opportunity, Caldwell Building MSC 150, 107 East Madison Street, Tallahassee, FL 32399-4129; or

Director, Civil Rights Center (CRC), U.S. Department of Labor, 200 Constitution Avenue NW, Room N-4123, Washington, DC 20210.


The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

VETERANS PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes,candidates eligible for Veterans Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply.Candidates claiming Veterans Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking . All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.

Nearest Major Market: Tallahassee

Keywords: State of Florida, Tallahassee , 337782-DEO-LVER EMPLOYMENT SECURITY REP II - 40041117, Other , Tallahassee, Florida

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