What are the responsibilities and job description for the WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST 1/2/3 position at State of Louisiana?
Office of Workforce Development
Division: OWD/Employment Services
Location: Rapides Parish
Announcement: WFDS123-206788-031125CM
Position Information
This position may be filled as either a Probational or a Job Appointment (open to all qualified applicants); a Promotion (open to all statewide classified and agency-wide permanent status employees); or by Detail to Special Duty. Current permanent status, classified employees may be required to accept a Probational appointment if selected. If filled as a Job Appointment, there is a possibility that this position may be converted to a Probational Appointment should funding become available.
This position participates in a Career Progression Group (CPG) and may be filled as a Workforce Development Specialist 1, 2, or 3 at which the vacancy is filled and will be determined by the qualifications of the candidate selected. This position is an opportunity to advance within this job series. The actual starting salary depends on the education and experience of the selected applicant.
Please click on the below links to learn more about each job level:
Workforce Development Specialist 1
AN IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL POSSESS THE FOLLOWING COMPETENCIES:
Displaying Expertise: The ability to exhibit specialized skills or knowledge gained from experience or training.
Focusing on Customers: The ability to serve the needs of those who support and/or rely on the services provided.
Thinking Critically: The ability to objectively question, analyze, interpret, and evaluate information to form a conclusion.
To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their applications to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.
*Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
All applicants selected for employment must submit to drug screening and a background check.
The Louisiana Workforce Commission is an equal employment opportunity employer and SAME agency that serves as a model employer for the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities • TDD# 800-259-5154
For further information about this vacancy contact:
Connie Muse
CMuse2@lwc.la.gov
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Three years of experience in workforce development, administrative services, or social services; OR
Six years of full-time experience in any field; OR
A bachelor's degree.
EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION:
Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field.
Three years of experience in workforce development, administrative services, or social services; OR
Six years of full-time experience in any field; OR
A bachelor's degree.
EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION:
Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field.
FUNCTION OF WORK:
To provide professional support services for Workforce Development programs.
LEVEL OF WORK:
Entry.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Close from higher-level Workforce Development personnel.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED:
None.
LOCATION OF WORK:
May be used by state agencies with workforce development functions.
JOB DISTINCTIONS:
Differs from Workforce Development Specialist 2 by the absence of experienced-level duties.
EXAMPLES LISTED BELOW INCLUDE BRIEF SAMPLES OF COMMON DUTIES ASSOCIATED WITH THIS JOB TITLE. PLEASE NOTE THAT NOT ALL TASKS ARE INCLUDED.
Performs entry-level professional duties for workforce development programs such as membership, skills development, recruitment/job placement, and business services.
Provides entry-level professional support for Workforce Development programs such as examining, inspecting, investigating, tracking of trends, and/or researching program activity for a Workforce Development statewide program. Advise supervisor of matters which might indicate program abuse.
Answers general questions regarding assigned programs to assist local offices, employers, and applicants. Assists with general technical problems and advises on program policies and procedures.
May begin conducting interviews to assess a client’s interests, aptitudes, abilities and personality to develop educational, vocational planning or employment plans. Assist clients in developing realistic career paths.
Participates in providing skills development services to employers, applicants, and claimants such as job readiness skills, personal appearance, educational and/or vocational counseling, interviewing skills, career path selections, reemployment, training, Unemployment Insurance Claims procedures, and/or Unemployment Insurance Appeals.
Communicates with area employers to promote agency services.
Salary : $2,922 - $5,734
