Requisition No: 802219

Agency: Economic Opportunity

Working Title: 802219 EMPLOYMENT SECURITY REPRESENTATIVE II - 40042104

Position Number: 40042104

Salary: $40,000.

Posting Closing Date: 05/15/2023

Our Organization and Mission:

The Florida Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) works across the state to support Florida’s economy, robust and talented workforce, and our local communities. We are 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.

In collaboration with our partners, we salute our nation’s veterans and are honored to have the opportunity to support them and their family members by encouraging them to apply for positions at DEO that fit their skill sets.

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.)

Let DEO’s mission become yours. To find out more about us, click on the link: http://www.floridajobs.org/.

The Work You Will Do:

• Provide individualized or group specialized counseling services to targeted/contracted groups (examples: ex-offenders, dislocated workers, veterans, Migrant and Seasonal Farm Workers, etc.) using standardized counseling techniques which will assist customers in deciding on vocational goals and employability plans for entrance into employment.
• Assess customers for job readiness through aptitudes, interests, personal characteristics, education, and work history demographics.
• Coordinate services with state and local agencies and private employers for job development and referrals.
• Maintain accurate case records including tracking customers’ employability plans.
• Maintain appropriate documentation for support services and conduct follow-ups on customers on a regularly scheduled basis.
• Refer customers to community resources for appropriate employment-related services and perform placement services as required.

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 under a WIA Title I-financially assisted program or activity, you may file a complaint within 180 days from the date of the alleged violation with either the recipient’s 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

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

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

How You Will Grow:

DEO encourages its employees to constantly innovate and seek efficiencies. Training is made available throughout the year and on request with our Office of HR Training and with our Division of Workforce Training Unit. In accordance with DEO’s Vision and Mission, the employee:

These expectations are for all our employees, and you will be expected to model these as a leader. We believe in supporting and encouraging you as you take on important and often complex projects while offering you the opportunity to gain valuable experience.

Where You Will Work:

Gainesville, located in Alachua county, is home to Florida's largest and oldest university. The University of Florida serves as the center of cultural events, education, medicine and athletics. The home of the "Gators."

What is it like living in Gainesville, Florida?

• Gainesville is known for its historic buildings and its natural surroundings. With its numerous parks, museums, lakes, and scenic rivers. Gainesville is one of the most beautiful cities in Florida.
• Gainesville is the home of one of the most sought-after rivers; the Ichetucknee is a spring-fed river that attracts visitors from all over to enjoy the tradition of sitting and floating down the river.

WORKING FOR THE STATE OF FLORIDA IS MORE THAN A PAYCHECK!!

* State Group Insurance coverage options+ * Retirement plan options, including employer

(health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental options) contributions (FYI, please click www.myfrs.com)

* Nine paid holidays and a Personal Holiday each year * Annual and Sick Leave Benefits

* Student Loan Forgiveness Program (Eligibility required) * Flexible Spending Accounts

* Tuition Fee Waivers (Accepted by major Florida colleges/universities) * Ongoing comprehensive training provided

* Career Growth * Highly skilled, professional environment

+For a more complete list of benefits, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.

PAY

$40,000

YOU MUST HAVE THE FOLLOWING KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Ability to promote and market Career Center.

• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in individual and group settings, both verbally and in writing.

• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

• Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques.

• Knowledge of the principles and techniques of effective customer service and the ability to provide excellent
  customer service.

• Working knowledge/experience using Microsoft applications.

• Skilled in group presentations or workshop instruction and/or facilitation.

• Ability to deal with the public in a tactful, courteous and effective manner.

• Knowledge of the basic principles of counseling and case management.

• Ability to conduct effective interviews.;Ability to listen effectively.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

• Ability to work independently by planning, organizing and coordinating work assignments.

  
  

THE HIRED CANDIDATE WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE FOLLOWING

• This is a professional position specializing in providing individual or group vocational or employment counseling services in a CareerSource Center.
• Provide individualized or group specialized counseling services to targeted/contracted groups (examples: ex-offenders, dislocated workers, veterans, Migrant and Seasonal Farm Workers, etc.) using standardized counseling techniques which will assist customers in deciding on vocational goals and employability plans for entrance into employment.
• Assess customers for job readiness through aptitudes, interests, personal characteristics, education and work history demographics.
• Coordinate services with state and local agencies and private employers for job development and referrals.
• Maintain accurate case records including tracking customers’ employability plans. Maintain appropriate documentation for support services and conduct follow-up on customers on a regularly scheduled basis.
• Refer customer to community resources for appropriate employment related services and perform placement services as required.
• This position will serve as a back-up time and requisition manager to the Operations and Management Consultant II for this regional workforce board and will be responsible for approving time sheets in the absence of the OMCII.
• Serve as subject matter expert in services relating to Re-Employment Assistance, MSFW, Federal Bonding and ex-offenders; Provide technical assistance to regional staff in these subjects including developing training.
• Serve as lead REACT member.
• Provide presentations to community and local organizations regarding services offered by local American Job Center.
• This position will serve as a back-up time and requisition manager to the Jobs and Benefits Supervisor for this regional workforce board and will be responsible for approving time sheets in the absence of the supervisor.
• Serve as TAA coordinator for LWDB 09 which includes case management of trade affected individuals, approve claimants for training and arrangement of payment of all training needs to include tuition, books, supplies etc.
• Perform other related duties as required or assigned.

THIS POSITION HAS THE FOLLOWING JOB-RELATED REQUIREMENTS

• Must become certified as a Workforce Development Professional (Tier 1), within 1 year of appointment to this position.
• May be required to travel locally and provide their own transportation.

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. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. 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 here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.