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Hiring Agency:

Labor - Agency 23



Location:

Beatrice, NE



Hiring Rate:

$21.652



Job Posting:

JR2024-00011921 Reemployment Coordinator (Open)



Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):
12-20-2024



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 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
• Fun, inviting teammates
• A safe and secure environment



Examples of Work



• Develop and promote Career Center services and coordinates partner activities. Provide preparation and vocational guidance to applicants; assist employers in filling vacant positions.
• 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; contact, schedule, and conduct employer visits to explain staff-assisted and self-service service options. Advocate as business liaison to oversee One Stop Center marketing; coordinate visits, offer special products, and market services to area business community. Develop and maintain shared employer database and oversees coordination of marketing efforts among partners; develop on-the-job training (OJT) and work experience training opportunities for clients; and perform follow up activities.
• Plan, implement, and present workshops relevant to business and job seeker needs; plan and present presentations at schools, job fairs, etc. and develop informational briefings/presentations to promote workforce development services. Screen applicants for eligibility for partner programs and utilize vocational guidance tools to assist applicants with career services; work closely with partners in coordinating services of mutual clients.
• Perform case management of clients; research and recommend clients for intensive and various training services including Re-Employment Services, Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC), Rapid Response, Veterans and Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), Trade Adjustment Act (TAA), which requires in-depth case management and vocational guidance.
• Perform Employment Services (ES) career services including client registration, eligibility, assessments, and employment statistics information. Conduct presentations and perform outreach activities through membership on various advisory boards, committees, and community organizations. Perform data entry and retrieval activities for various programs as necessary.
• Perform job search/matching 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. Receive and verify job orders from employers and enter information into various computer programs as needed. Match qualified applicants to job orders.


Location: 2317 North 6th Street, Suite 3, Beatrice, NE
Work Schedule: 8am - 5pm; Monday-Friday



Requirements / Qualifications:


Minimum Qualifications: 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.



Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in human resources, behavioral science, business administration, communication, education, marketing or related field. Spanish/English bilingual language skills desired.



Other: Must have a valid driver's license or the ability to provide independent authorized transportation.



Knowledge, Skills and Abilities


Knowledge of: State and federal employment security 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; use the Dictionary of Occupational Titles to code applications and job orders; 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.






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.