New Job Workforce Consultant In Montana

Workforce Consultant (01331) - ( 23141345 )

MISSION STATEMENT:
Empowering all Montanans through work and opportunity.

DLI CORE VALUES:

• Responsiveness
• Respect
• Integrity
• Excellence
• Cohesiveness

It’s about the people and the impact we make in our communities every day. We are proud of our open, team-based, supportive, and collaborative work environments. Learn more about DLI here.

Watch this short video to see why people love working for DLI: DLI Employee Testimonials

BENEFITS:
Being able to enjoy the quality of life in the beautiful state of Montana is one of the benefits you will love about this opportunity! Our mountains, waterways and open spaces provide not only beautiful scenery but year-round recreational opportunities including hiking, camping, biking, fishing, boating, hunting, skiing and snowmobiling. Montana boasts a high-quality education system and a variety of entertainment including fairs, rodeos, and theaters. Read more about our great state here.

See our other incredible benefits here. These are some of our benefits just to name a few:

• Work/life balance with hybrid schedules or partial telework maybe available within the state of Montana.
• 38 paid days off a year including vacation, sick leave and holidays.
• Longevity raises with continuous service along with state statutory raises.
• Free telehealth and access to free employee medical clinics – click here to learn more.
• Health, dental, vision, life insurance coverage, flexible spending accounts, EAP - click here to learn more.
• Choice between two retirement plans with an employer contribution between 8.73% - 9.07% of your annual salary. A third optional 457(b) deferred compensation plan is also available. – Click here to learn more.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness- Employment with the State of Montana may qualify you to receive loan forgiveness- click here to learn more!
• Career progression, opportunities and room for professional growth.

• This position may be covered by a Voluntary Employee Beneficiary Association (VEBA)

JOB DUTIES:

As a Workforce Consultant in our Sidney Job Service office, you will:

• Provide outcome-based, client specific services to a socio-economically diverse population and cultures, with skill levels ranging from seasoned professionals to those new to the workforce.
• Deliver specialized employment services and access to supportive programs for those experiencing severe barriers to employment.
• Build and maintain relationships with businesses, education, economic development and other community and area partners.
• Provide a broad array of customized services to businesses in such areas as worker recruitment & retention, employment law, economic trends and workforce solutions including human resource practices.

In other words, you will help put them on a path to success! Learn more about the Workforce Service Division here.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITES:
If you are the right person for this opportunity, you will have the following knowledge, skills or abilities:
Knowledge of (or ability to learn in a reasonable amount of time):

• Basic concepts of workforce development.
• Knowledge of social service agencies and community resources throughout our service area.
• De-escalation skills.
• Mediation skills.

Skill in:

• Using modern laptop or desktop computers and relatively modern software to perform timely and accurate data entry, produce written correspondence as well as the ability to store and access digital files using the same.
• Solution-based, problem-solving.
• Time-management and taking initiative.
• Detail-oriented organization and multi-tasking.
• Effective oral and written communication and ability to interview others to obtain information and insight.
• Assisting others who are struggling personally or professionally to access assistance and helping others identify and achieve their goals.

Ability to:

• Ability to interact positively, and establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, partners and co-workers who possess varied personalities and come from various socio-economic and cultural backgrounds.
• Pursue client and business outcomes with energy and enthusiasm while applying and adhering to laws, rules, and procedures.
• Adapt quickly and effectively to a regularly changing environment.
• Provide positive, outstanding customer service while maintaining confidentiality.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Your preparation for this opportunity could include a combination of relevant experiences including:

• a degree in a field such as human services, social work, education, health services, marketing, business, and 2 years of related experience

OR

• 6 years of relevant experience that has preparing you for this opportunity.

Or

• Any combination of equivalent experience and education to successfully perform the essential functions of the position will be considered.

HOW TO APPLY FOR THIS OPPORTUNITY:
A complete state application is not required; however, you will need to initiate the application and attach the resume, cover letter or other required documents at time of application to be considered for this position. Resume will auto fill the application, but the application will not be scored or reviewed.

Failure to attach the cover letter and resume will result in your application being considered incomplete and will not be considered further. Materials submitted but not requested will not be considered in the selection process. Starting pay is based on relevant education and experience and pay is set based on what you submit at time of application.

Tip: When attaching your resume, cover letter or other required documents you must mark the attachments as “RELEVANT” or we will be unable to view your documents.

Required application materials:

• Cover Letter - Please address the following question in your cover letter:
  • Please describe how your current experience and abilities have prepared you to meet the “Skill in” and “Ability to” requirements listed in the “Qualifications” section of this position announcement.
    
• Resume - include all work experience you have held that would help you qualify for this position, including duties, dates of employment.

Only online applications will be accepted. By applying online, you can receive updates and monitor the status of your application.

All documents for Veteran or Disability preference must be received or date stamped by the closing date. You will receive an email with instructions on how to submit such documents.

If you need an accommodation with the application process, please contact the HR office.

Applicant Pool Statement : If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection. Training Assignment : This agency may use a training assignment. Employees in training assignments may be paid below the base pay established by the agency pay rules. Conditions of the training assignment will be stated in writing at the time of hire.

Salary: $ 42,332.00 - 50,772.00 Yearly Telework Eligibility : Not Telework Eligible Benefits Package Eligibility : Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan

Number of Openings : 1 Employee Status : Regular Schedule : Full-Time

Shift : Day Job Travel : Yes, 5 % of the Time

Primary Location : Sidney Agency : Department of Labor & Industry Union : Montana Federation of Public Employees

Posting Date : May 3, 2023, 9:39:58 AM Closing Date (based on your computer's timezone): May 17, 2023, 12:59:00 AM

Required Application Materials : Cover Letter, Resume, Supplemental Questions (Refer to Job Posting)

Contact Name : Department of Labor and Industry | Contact Email : [email protected] | Contact Phone : 406-444-7069