Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed): 11-15-2024
Job Description:
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 Specialist. In this position you will provide job search assistance and labor market information to One Stop Center customers, help coordinate vacancy related activities with employers, and provide career enhancement resources and opportunities to individuals. We are looking for an individual who has a strong desire to help others, enjoys daily challenges and variety, has strong communication skills and is computer savvy. 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 • Fun, inviting teammates • A safe and secure environment
Examples of Work
Provides job search assistance to customers including job referrals, interviewing to determine qualifications, education, training, etc.
Performs initial customer intake to determine program eligibility, codes applications and registers new applicants.
Screens for employer requirements and matches applicants to suitable opportunities.
Files job search listings and matches job seekers to openings; update files and makes changes.
Provides labor market information and vocational guidance.
Oversees resource area; updates and maintains new materials; provides guidance and assistance to customers including computer resources/internet resources, resume programs, self-registration, and job leads.
Provides detailed customer assistance in use of software programs; troubleshoots computer related software problems as needed.
Administers specialized clerical testing to determine minimum qualifications for job requirements; records, reports and documents results; provides counseling to applicants on test results and meaning.
Contacts businesses to schedule interviews for applicants; obtains pertinent information of job orders, special job developments, and mass recruitments.
Answers questions related to workforce availability, wages, and labor/industry trends.
Performs a variety of recruitment activities, including coordination of mass recruiting efforts and job fairs.
Contacts partners and community resources on available programs and resources; participates on community resources panels.
Location: This is an on-site position located at 600 E Francis Street, Suite 9, North Platte, NE
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday; 8am - 5pm
Requirements / Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications: Coursework or training in social/behavioral sciences, business or public administration, education or related field; or experience in public/human services gathering and providing information, interviewing and assessing client needs.
Preferred Qualifications: Associate or Bachelor's degree in human resources, behavioral science, business administration, communication, education or marketing. Spanish/English bilingual skills desired.
Other: Must have a valid driver's license or the ability to provide authorized independent transportation.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of: Department of Labor and American Job Center services; general functions and structure of an employment service program; interviewing techniques; methods for showing and promoting agency services; NEworks system; Microsoft Office Word, Outlook, Excel, Access, PowerPoint; SharePoint, Google Docs.
Skill in: customer service; communicate with others in person, virtually, or by phone; interact with people of all socio-economic levels; maintaining self-control and composure under trying conditions; typical office computer systems; presenting information clearly to others; assessing customer needs; database entry, case management.
Ability to: learn and apply employment service policies and procedures; learn and understand the local and national labor markets; maintain relationships with other agencies or community organizations; conduct interviews; follow instructions; prepare reports; independently make decisions; work in a high stressed and fast-paced environment; maintain regular and reliable attendance.
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.
Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits
Equal Opportunity Statement
The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.
Current employees of the State of Nebraska should NOT apply on this external career. Instead go to Workday and access the Jobs Hub - Internal Apply app from your home landing page.
