Veterans Employment Rep (Lver)

Job Posting

Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy:

Position Description

An application, DD FM 214, cover letter, résumé and tax clearance certificate all must be submitted to be considered for this position. No interviews will be granted to applicants who have missing items. The Department of Commerce participates in the E-Verify program.

Agency Information: Department of Commerce / KANSASWORKS

As the state's lead economic development agency, the Kansas Department of Commerce strives to empower individuals, businesses and communities to achieve prosperity in Kansas. Commerce accomplishes its mission by developing relationships with corporations, site location consultants and stakeholders in Kansas, the nation and world. Our strong partnerships allow us to help create an environment for existing Kansas businesses to grow and foster an innovative, competitive landscape for new businesses. Through Commerce's project successes, Kansas in 2021 was awarded Area Development Magazine's prestigious Gold Shovel award and was named Site Selection Magazine's Best Business Climate in the West North Central region of the United States.

Learn more at kansascommerce.gov

The Kansas Department of Commerce administers the KANSASWORKS workforce system, which links businesses, job seekers, educational institutions and training providers to ensure the state's workforce is equipped to meet industry needs.

Learn more at kansascommerce.gov/workforce

About the Position:

Who can apply: Open to all, please notice disabled Veteran priority in Minimum Qualifications section.

Classified/Unclassified Service: Classified

Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time

Work Schedule: Monday

• Friday 8:00a

• 5:00p

Eligible to Receive Benefits: Yes

Veterans' Preference Eligible: Yes

Office Location: Junction City Workforce Center

Closing Date: June 19, 2024

Compensation:

$17.39 /hour

Position Summary:

Each day unfolds as a vibrant journey, brimming with continuous interactions with the public. Daily tasks include the dynamic orchestration and implementation of advocacy geared towards empowering Military Veterans.A valid driver's license and the ability to travel is essential, fueling our outreach efforts to passionately connect with local employers, partners, and veterans, creating a meaningful impact in the process.

Join us on this fulfilling journey and be a part of an exceptional team dedicated to changing lives for the better. As a Veteran who has transitioned from military service, you have the unique experience of the transitional process and can empower other Veterans with the tools they may need to succeed in the newest chapters of their lives. Apply now to be a vital part of our mission and help Veterans rediscover their potential for success. Together, we can build a brighter future for those who have served our country.

The position is located at the Junction City Workforce Center in Geary County.

Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:

Position Summary:

Each day unfolds as a vibrant journey, brimming with continuous interactions with the public. Daily tasks include the dynamic orchestration and implementation of advocacy geared towards empowering Military Veterans.A valid driver's license and the ability to travel is essential, fueling our outreach efforts to passionately connect with local employers, partners, and veterans, creating a meaningful impact in the process.

Join us on this fulfilling journey and be a part of an exceptional team dedicated to changing lives for the better. As a Veteran who has transitioned from military service, you have the unique experience of the transitional process and can empower other Veterans with the tools they may need to succeed in the newest chapters of their lives. Apply now to be a vital part of our mission and help Veterans rediscover their potential for success. Together, we can build a brighter future for those who have served our country.

This position is located at the Junction City Workforce Center.

Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:

• Advocacy for Veterans:

Ignite a sense of enthusiasm within the business community to embrace the hiring of Veterans, and advocate passionately for those who have proudly served in the Armed Forces.

• Empower Local Employers:

Illuminate businesses and community leaders on the invaluable resources provided by Veterans' employment services.

• Foster Employer/Veteran Connections:

Strategically pinpoint potential clients through meticulous exploration of business directories, pursuing leads from existing clients, active involvement in organizations and clubs, and active participation in networking events.

• Community Engagement:

Engage in proactive outreach efforts, both in-person and through electronic channels, to connect with new and established businesses, unraveling their specific needs and demonstrating how the comprehensive services of the Workforce Center can be a valuable asset.

• Team Building:

Foster collaboration with peers, sharing insights such as outreach strategies and pertinent business intelligence.

• Documentation Excellence:

Uphold meticulous documentation practices, meticulously recording customer notes and service history within the sophisticated KANSASWORKS customer management system.

• Training and Development:

Orchestrate and lead workshops, in collaboration with employers, focusing on enhancing work readiness and refining essential business skills.

Qualifications:

Education: High School or GED

Minimum Qualifications:

• Six (6) months experience in planning, implementing and monitoring activities relevant to the Workforce Center (e.g. career counseling, job placement, recruitment, assessment and deployment of staff) or similar related experience

• Twenty-four (24) credit hours of course work at the post-secondary level may be substituted for experience

• High School Diploma or GED

• You must submit your complete application and all supporting documents by the closing date of the announcement

Hiring priority is based on the categories below, as annotated in 38 U.S.C. 4103a(a). DD FM 214 and related documentation must be submitted with your application to verify the following information.

(A) Qualified service-connected disabled veterans

(B) Qualified eligible veterans

(C) If no veteran is available, then to qualified eligible persons

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelors' degree, with one (1) year closely related work experience

• One year of marketing or sales experience, private sector hiring practices, presentation development and delivery to diverse population and group sizes ranging from large to one on one

• Certification by National Veterans' Training Institute a plus; however, new employees are mandated to complete this training within 18 months of hire.

• Knowledge of veterans' employment issues and related employment strategies

• Bi-lingual a plus but not required.

Contact Information:

Name: Angie Krahe

Email: angie.krahe@ks.gov

Phone: 785.291.3568

Mailing Address: 1000 SW Jackson; Suite 100, Topeka, KS 66612

Required Documents for this Application to be Complete:

On your Careers

• My Job Applications page, verify these documents are present and valid. Upload or delete and replace if needed:

• DD FM 214 (if you are claiming Veteran's Preference)

Inside this job's Job Application, upload the these documents:

• Résumé
• Cover Letter

Job Application Process:

• Sign in to your existing account or Register for a new account.

• Review and complete your contact information on the My Contact Information page.

• Upload documents listed in the Required Documents section of this job posting to the appropriate location.

• Complete and Submit your application.

• Check your email and My Job Notifications for written communications from the Recruiter.

• Email - the email listed on the Careers>My Contact Information page.

• Notifications - view the Careers>My Job Notifications page

How to Claim Veterans Preference

Veterans' Preference Eligible (VPE): Former military personnel or their spouse that have been verified as a "veteran"; under K.S.A. 73-201 will receive an interview if they meet the minimum competency factors of the position. The veterans' preference laws do not guarantee the veteran a job. Positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determine by the hiring manager.

Learn more about claiming Veteran's Preference

Employment Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and additional coverage

• Sick & Vacation leave - accrued and available with start of employment

• Work-Life Balance programs: parental leave, military leave, jury leave, funeral leave

• Paid State Holidays (designated by the Governor annually)

• Employee Assistance Program

• Employee discounts with the STAR Program

• Retirement and deferred compensation programs

Visit the Employee Benefits page for more information…

Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.

If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the agency recruiter.