New Job Labor & Employment Specialist I Dvop - Pueblo In Colorado
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| Labor & Employment Specialist I DVOP - Pueblo |
Labor & Employment Specialist I DVOP - Pueblo
Company : State of Colorado Job Opportunities
Salary : $3,561 - $3,974 a month
Location : Colorado
Full Description
Department Information
THIS POSITION IS OPEN TO CURRENT RESIDENTS OF COLORADO ONLY
THIS ANNOUNCEMENT WILL REAMIN OPEN UNTIL 5:00 PM ON FRIDAY, AUGUST 19, 2022
This position will have remote and hybrid workplace options available but will still be required to report to the listed address at the discretion of the supervisor and based on business need. This position will be required to report to the office address listed at least two days a week.
Applicants must be a service-connected disabled veteran. Documented proof of your service connected disability is required as a condition of hire. You must submit your DD214 (Copy 4) and Veteran's Administration proof of disability to [email protected]
The Department of Labor and Employment keeps Colorado strong and competitive. We connect workers with great jobs and assist those who have been injured on the job. We help people who are unemployed through no fault of their own by providing temporary wage replacement and we ensure fair labor practices. We provide an up-to-date and accurate picture of the economy that helps in decision making. And we protect the workplace – and Colorado communities – with a variety of consumer protection and safety programs.
This is a values-driven organization, committed to accountability, agility, collaboration, and respect.
We believe in outstanding customer service, an inclusive culture, continued process improvement and in our role as a trusted and strategic partner. Recognizing that knowledgeable employees drive our success, we are seeking dedicated individuals who exhibit our shared values and our passion for quality and excellence in all we do.
In addition to rewarding and meaningful work, we offer excellent benefits:
Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including a PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus 401(k) and 457 plans
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Medical and dental health plans
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Employer supplemented Health Savings Account
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Paid life insurance
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Short- and long-term disability coverage
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11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave
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BenefitHub state employee discount program
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MotivateMe employee wellness program
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Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible schedules, training and more
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Access to participate in employer-supported employee affinity spaces
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RTD Eco-Pass Commuter Program
Our agency website: Colorado Department of Labor and Employment
CDLE has implemented a pilot program on March 1st, 2022 which will award Disability Hiring Preference Points similar to the Veterans’ Preference Points program. During your application process you will be asked if you would like to be considered for either of these programs for additional points in the hiring process. To learn more about Disability Hiring Preference and what will be required to participate, please visit our website: https://sites.google.com/state.co.us/disability-hiring-preference/home
PLEASE NOTE: With the beginning of this program, CDLE will no longer accept attachments of any kind with applications. Please be as thorough as possible in documenting your education and work history in the application system. Attachments will not be accepted or considered during any phase of the hiring process including minimum qualification screening, comparative analysis, or interviews.
Description of Job
Salary range for this position:
$3,858.00 - $4,305.00 Monthly
$1,780.62 - $1,986.92 Biweekly
This position is considered to be at the first-working level. Position performs with some direction and guidance/assistance from others.
Perform comprehensive vocational assessments; short term pre-vocational services; development of individual educational/employment plans and client centered counseling services; identify employment barriers and ability to set appropriate goals or interim objectives/milestones to complete or overcome; enhanced job referral services experience; provide documentation of services provided.
$3,858.00 - $4,305.00 Monthly
$1,780.62 - $1,986.92 Biweekly
This position is considered to be at the first-working level. Position performs with some direction and guidance/assistance from others.
- Administer all labor exchange functions for the assigned workforce region;
- Provides individual job search skills development and case management to disabled and other
- Provides labor market information, interviews veteran applicants and prospective employers,
- Provides follow-up services to veterans receiving both intensive and case management
- Performs outreach to veterans in accordance with (IAW) US Code 10, Title 38, Chapter 41.
Perform comprehensive vocational assessments; short term pre-vocational services; development of individual educational/employment plans and client centered counseling services; identify employment barriers and ability to set appropriate goals or interim objectives/milestones to complete or overcome; enhanced job referral services experience; provide documentation of services provided.
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Substitutions:
Additional appropriate experience will substitute for the degree requirement on a year-for-year basis.
Additional appropriate experience will substitute for the degree requirement on a year-for-year basis.
Additional appropriate education will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.
Minimum Qualifications:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree.
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Six (6) months of professional experience in an occupational field related to the work assigned to the position
and must be a veteran with a Veteran Administration Service-Connected Disability Rating. Your experience must be clearly documented on the application.
Preferred Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
- Social Work/employment counseling of homeless, low-income, ex-offender populations (for example)
- Public speaking experience
- Experience facilitating training or employment workshops
- Case management experience
- Marketing experience
- Outreach experience to employers
- Outreach experience to support agencies (TANF, homeless shelters, food banks, Voc Rehab, VA medical and veteran's centers, military installations, etc.)
- Experience working with a diverse population from a variety of different ethnic, social, and economic backgrounds
Required Competencies:
- Must have excellent customer service skills and experience
- Should be able to relate to people from a variety of different socio-economic populations
- Have excellent interpersonal skills
- Be able to communicate effectively in writing (emails, case notes) and verbally
- High ethical standards and ability to maintain confidentiality
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment
- Strong organizational skills
- Attention to detail
Necessary Special Requirements/Conditions of Employment:
- Applicants must be a service-connected disabled veteran. Documented proof of your service connected disability is required as a condition of hire. You must submit your DD214 (Copy 4) and Veteran's Administration proof of disability to [email protected]
- Some travel may be required.
- You must pass a thorough background check.
- Must be a Colorado resident at the time of application.
Effective September 20, 2021, employees will be required to attest to and verify whether or not they are fully vaccinated for COVID-19. Employees who have not been fully vaccinated may be required to submit to serial testing in the future. Upon hire, new employees will have three (3) business days to provide attestation to their status with proof of vaccination. Vaccinated employees must provide proof of vaccination.
Note: Fully Vaccinated means two (2) weeks after a second dose in a two-dose series of the COVID-19 vaccine, such as the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine, or two (2) weeks after the single-dose vaccine, such as Johnson & Johnson’s Janssen vaccine, as defined by the most recent State of Colorado’s Public Health Order and current guidance issued by the Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment.
APPEAL RIGHTS:
If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director.
An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative. This form must be delivered to the State Personnel Board by email ([email protected]), postmarked in US Mail or hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203), or faxed (303.866.5038) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the department’s action.
For more information about the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it to the State Personnel Board; go to spb.colorado.gov; contact the State Personnel Board for assistance at (303) 866-3300; or refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov under Rules.
Supplemental Information
For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact: [email protected]
Minimum Qualification Screening
A Human Resources Analyst will only review the work experience/job duties sections of the online job application to determine whether you meet the minimum qualifications for the position for which you are applying. Cover letters and resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of the official State of Colorado online application, CDLE does not accept attachments of any kind during the application process. Part-time work experience will be prorated.
Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications to continue in the selection process for this position. Work experience and qualifications must be specifically documented on your online application. Do not use "see resume" or "see attached" statements on your application. CDLE does not accept attachments of any kind during the application process.
Comparative Analysis Process – Structured Application Review
After minimum qualification screening, the comparative analysis process for this position will involve a review and rating of all the information you submit with your application materials. Therefore, it is extremely important to document in the work experience/job duties portion of your online application the extent to which you possess the education, experience, minimum qualifications, and preferred qualifications as outlined in the job announcement. It is also important to thoroughly answer all supplemental questions (if listed) as your answers to these questions will be evaluated during this phase.
Supplemental Questions
Answer the supplemental questions on the application completely and thoughtfully. Your answers may be rated based on your writing ability (spelling, grammar, and clarity of your writing) as well as the content of your answer.
THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MAY BE USED TO FILL MULTIPLE VACANCIES
The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.
The Colorado Department of Labor and Employment is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA Coordinator, Deidre Johnson, at [email protected] or call 303-318-8163. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. For all other inquiries about this recruitment effort, please call 303-318-8200.