DVOP Government Operations Consultant II - Fort Walton Beach, United States - State of Florida

Description

Requisition No: 829441


Agency:
Commerce


Working Title:

DVOP GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT II

Pay Plan:
Career Service


Position Number:

Salary:
$42,776.81

Posting Closing Date: 05/24/2024

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JOB TYPE:
FULL TIME/

CS


POSITION LOCATION:
Fort Walton Beach, FL relocation benefits are not available for this position)

DVOP Government Operations Consultant II


OPEN COMPETETIVE

Your Specific Responsibilities:

This position serves as a Disabled Veterans' Outreach Program (DVOP) Specialist responsible for providing outreach and facilitate placements to meet the employment needs of eligible veterans and eligible spouses entitled to benefits, in accordance with priorities as determined by the Federal Department of Labor.

Confer with supervisor to assist in identifying improvement processes and develop solutions for JVSG program.

Performs duties set forth in Title 38 of the United States Code (U.S.C.), Veterans Program Letter (VPL and VPL 03-14 Changes 1 & 2 through a case management process.

The following duties are included in this code:

• Consults with federal, state, and local officials on matters applicable to serving eligible persons as a DVOP.
• Conducts comprehensive and specialized assessments to eligible persons and develops an individual employment plan to identify the employment goals, appropriate objectives, and services for participants that will lead to sustained careers and lasting self-sufficiency.
• Provides individualized case management to eligible veterans and eligible spouses with Significant Barriers to Employment (SBEs), including: supervising group career counseling to promulgate knowledge of veteran resources and local initiatives created to address barriers limiting employment opportunities and to promote peer support; conducting individual counseling and career planning with a goal of long term employment and self-sufficiency; providing short-term pre-vocational services that may include development of learning skills, communication skills, interviewing skills, punctuality, personal maintenance skills, and professional conduct to prepare individuals for unsubsidized employment or training.
• Evaluates community organizations to assess and leverage assets that can be utilized to mitigate individual barriers of eligible persons within case management.
• Coordinates with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Intensive Service Coordinator (ISC) to provide case management assistance to Vocational Readiness and Employment (VR&E), (Chapter 31) special disabled Veterans and other Veterans with SBEs.
• Assures compliance inside the Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) management information system by recording accurate and complete case management activities and case notes.
• Reviews programs, services, forms, reports, analyzes data for compliance with state and federal statutes, policy, and regulations and confers with management and users to identify problems and improvements.
• Mentors new DVOP specialists, VA Work Study students (internship students), and SkillBridge interns on procedures, forms, and reports according to organizational policy.
• Provides outreach to local organizations, such as, but not limited to local colleges, technical training centers, apprenticeship programs, and community based (non-profit - including faith-based) to educate the organizations serving Veterans on how to identify veterans with SBEs' and to refer veterans to the Disabled Veterans Outreach Program Specialist located at the Career Center for services.

Performs other veteran duties IAW the Jobs for Veterans State Grants as required.

CFDA - 100% Disabled Veterans' Outreach Program)


Pay:
$42, Annually

TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION RESPONSES TO THE QUALIFYING QUESTIONS ARE REQUIRED AND MUST BE VERIFIABLE BASED ON YOUR SUBMITTED APPLICATION.

THIS IS A VETERAN-FUNDED POSITION.

Appointment to this position must be made in the order of preference provided by Public Law , as follows:

First to qualified service-connected disabled veterans; then, if no such disabled veteran is available, to qualified eligible veterans; and if no such eligible veteran is available, to qualified persons (as defined in 38 U.S.C.) Applicants claiming veterans preference must provide a copy of their DD-214 Member 4 copy and when claiming disabled veteran preference must provide a copy of their DD-214 Member 4 copy AND statement of disability from the Veteran's Administration.

Applicants applying must ensure that required military documents, DD-214 Member 4 copy and CURRENT U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) statement of disability letter, are submitted prior to closure of the job announcement.

The Disabled Veterans' Outreach Program (DVOP) Specialist will provide outreach and facilitate placements to meet the employment needs of eligible veterans and eligible spouses entitled to benefits, in accordance with priorities as determined by the Federal Department of Labor.

Minimum:
Licensure/registration/certification requirements (If applicable, list the appropriate Florida Statute or federal regulation cite): Title 38, United States Code, Chapter 41, Sections 4102A, 4103A, and 4104, as amended

THIS POSITION HAS THE FOLLOWING MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of applicable regulations, Veteran Program Letters, state and local guidance, and programs/opportunities for veterans and covered persons (i.e. Federal Bonding program, Federal Work Opportunity Tax Credit Eligibility, etc.).
• Knowledge of the laws governing veterans' preference in employment and workforce services.
• Knowledge of veterans' re-employment rights.
• Working knowledge/proficiency in using Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of basic sales principles and skills.
• Knowledge of the principles and techniques of effective communication.
• Knowledge of workforce plans and business/management principles.
• Knowledge of the principles and techniques of effective customer service.
• Skilled in group presentations or workshop instruction and/or facilitation.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in individual and group settings, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service.
• Ability to promote and market the Career Center.
• Ability to deal with the public in a tactful, courteous, and effective manner.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques.
• Ability to conduct effective interviews.
• Ability to work independently by planning, organizing, and coordinating work assignments.
• Ability to prepare reports to include recording, evaluating, and analyzing data.
• Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.

THE HIRED CANDIDATE WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE FOLLOWING:

Performs duties set forth in Title 38 of the United States Code (U.S.C.), Veterans Program Letter (VPL and VPL 03-14 Changes 1 & 2 through a case management process.

The following duties are included in this code:

• Comprehensive and specialized assessments of skill levels and service needs
• Development of an individual employment plan to identify the employment goals, appropriate achievement objectives, and appropriate combination of services for the participant to achieve the employment goals
• Group career counseling · Individual counseling and career planning
• Short-term pre-vocational services that may include development of learning skills, communication skills, interviewing skills, punctuality, personal maintenance skills, and professional conduct to prepare individuals for unsubsidized employment or training

Coordinates with Department of Veteran Affairs Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment (VRE) counselors to provide case management assistance to VRE (Chapter 31) special disabled Veterans and other Veterans with SBEs.

Provides outreach to local organizations, such as but not limited to local colleges, technical training centers, apprenticeship programs, and community-based (non-profit - including faith-based) to educate the organizations serving Veterans on how to identify veterans with SBEs' and to refer veterans to the Disabled Veterans Outreach Program Specialist located at the Career Center for services.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS THAT MAY BE REQUIRED FOR THE POSITION:

*Appointment to this position must be made in the order of preference provided by Public Law , as follows: First to qualified service-connected disabled veterans; then, if no such disabled veteran is available, to qualified eligible veterans; and if no such eligible veteran is available, to qualified persons (as defined in 38 U.S.C.) Applicants applying via the Internet must ensure that required military documentation, DD form 214 and/or current US Department of Veterans'' Affairs (VA)/ Defense letter reflecting character of discharge is submitted prior to closure of job announcement.

• IAW the Veterans Benefit Act of 2010, 38 U.S.C § 4102(A) (c)(8)(A) requires all newly hired DVOP specialists are required to satisfactorily complete Jobs for Veterans State Grant (JVSG) training delivered by the National Veterans Training Institute (NVTI) within 18 months after the date of employment.
• The incumbent must possess or obtain certification as a Workforce Professional Tier1 within one year of employment in the position.
• The selected candidate may be required to work weekends or after regular work hours at job fairs, or community meetings once or twice a month.
• Required to travel locally and must furnish own transportation.

PREFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN TO THOSE APPLICANTS THAT HAVE THE FOLLOWING QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and three years of work experience in areas related to employment, interviewing, counseling, job development, job placement, assessment, or combination of experience/education.
• Professional or nonprofessional experience in areas related to employment security, such as interviewing, counseling, job placement, aptitude testing, and assessments, job development with employers, job analysis, and employment development planning.

How You Will Grow:
FloridaCommerce encourages its employees to constantly innovate and seek efficiencies.

Trainings are made available throughout the year and on request with the Office of Training and Development within the Bureau of Human Resource Management.

In accordance with our Vision and Mission, the employee:

• Furthers Florida's economic vision by providing support that enhances the economy and develops, safe, and healthy communities.
• Meets customer/client expectations with an emphasis on responsiveness, quality, quantity, and timeliness of work.
• Provides information clearly, accurately, and succinctly; and exhibits good listening skills.
• Works collaboratively to optimize the effectiveness of FloridaCommerce's available resources and tools.
• Uses knowledge acquired through education, training, or experience to complete tasks.

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:

• Okaloosa and Walton County area is most renowned for its sugar-white beaches and emerald waters with this position being centered in Fort Walton Beach
• Known as the "World's Luckiest Fishing Village" Destin offers chartered fishing both inshore and offshore
• Other aquatic pursuits include sailing, kayaking, paddle boarding, snorkeling, SCUBA diving, and parasailing
• Boating, in general, is popular with many rental opportunities available
• In the North end of Walton County, we have several natural springs and creeks for diving, canoeing, tubing
• Plenty of camping and hiking opportunities throughout both counties
• If golf is what you fancy, there are 25 golf courses within the two counties
• A variety of live music venues with free concerts
• Within a state having no state income tax for residents of Florida
• Within the vicinity of four military installations and Navy EOD school

WORKING FOR THE STATE OF FLORIDA HAS BENEFITS

• State Group Insurance coverage options+

(health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental option)

• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions )
• 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

• We care about the success of our employees.
• We care about the success of our clients.
• We are always improving our technology, our tools, our customer's experiences, and ourselves.
• A rewarding experience for reliable, compassionate, and professional employees.

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 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 , 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.