Workforce Development Representative Job in Mankato

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Mankato, Minnesota (MN) $24.20 - $35.13 / hourly; $50,529 - $73,351 / annually

Employer:	Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development
Job Ref:	75875
Job Type:	Full Time
Salary:	Up to $24,999
Location
City:	Mankato
State:	Minnesota (MN)
Zip Code:	56001
Description
The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) is the State of Minnesota's principal economic development agency. DEED's mission is simple: to empower the growth of the Minnesota economy, for everyone. We are driven to find talented and innovative public servants, motivated by the opportunity to serve businesses, people, and the greater good. At DEED you will join a diverse team, inspired by challenging work and united by shared values that guide our work every day. At DEED we live our values by; focusing on the customer, communicating early and often, seeking solutions, creating inclusion, encouraging new ideas, and being gracious. DEED is a Beyond the Yellow Ribbon agency and committed to proactively supporting servicemembers, veterans, and military families. DEED offers great employment opportunities with a meaningful mission to truly make a difference in the lives of those under our care and for those in communities throughout Minnesota. Job Class: Workforce Development Representative Agency: Department of Employment and Economic Development Who May Apply: This vacancy is open for bids and for all qualified job seekers simultaneously. Bidders will be considered through 04/24/2024. Date Posted: 04/18/2024 Closing Date: 04/29/2024 Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Employ & Econ Development Dept / Employ & Economic Dev-MAPE Division/Unit: Workforce Development / WFD Job Seeker SVS Field Op X Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift, 8:00am-4:30pm Days of Work: Monday - Friday Travel Required: Yes, 10% Salary Range: $24.20 - $35.13 / hourly; $50,529 - $73,351 / annually Classified Status: Classified Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE FLSA Status: Nonexempt Telework Eligible: Yes, may be eligible for some telework at the discretion of the supervisor and business needs Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities : Yes Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans. The work you'll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota. Job Summary The purpose of this position is to serve as the primary case manager for Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), Federal Dislocated Worker (DW), adult programs and State Dislocated Worker services to eligible recipients, along with career services to universal customers. The incumbent may also provide limited support to Adult Career Pathways services (ACP) and programs. The position also serves partner relationships between local CareerForce locations, key education partners and Employers throughout the region. The incumbent will also assist universal customers with career services in the way of resource area support and workshop development and facilitation. This posting may be used to fill multiple positions. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications To receive credit for your education and experience, your resume should clearly describe how you meet each minimum and/or preferred qualification listed, including dates of employment. Three (3) years* of customer service or customer support experience providing prompt, courteous and accurate information to customers OR One (1) year* of experience in a role providing employment and training services, case management, or a similar role as determined by the agency Bachelor's degree in Vocational Rehabilitation, Education, Social Work, Human Services, Counseling, or other closely related field as determined by the agency may substitute one (1) year of experience; master's degree substitutes for eighteen (18) months of experience; PhD substitutes for twenty-four (24) months of experience Applicants that meet the above minimum qualification will be further evaluated on the following: Experience developing and maintaining relationships with a diverse client set. Ability to form and grow connections with community partners in education and supportive services. Ability to organize and facilitate workshops and presentations for the purpose of educating and recruiting applicants into the program grants. Ability to work independently and multi-task with attention to detail. Experience using Microsoft Office Suite products (Outlook, Word Excel, Teams, PowerPoint, etc.) or similar software. Preferred Qualifications* Bachelor's degree in Vocational Rehabilitation, Education, Social Work, Human Services, Counseling, or other closely related field as determined by the agency. Experience providing career guidance and coaching. Skill in communicating in a secondary language, such as Spanish or Somali. Grant management experience involving evaluating, administering, accounting for, training and/or monitoring of grant/grants proposals, grant agreements, or grant recipients for a grant making organization. Our employees are dedicated to ensuring cultural responsiveness. Preferred candidates will have a variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures. Additional Requirements This position requires successful completion of the following: Resumes of all applicants to this posting will be evaluated against the Minimum Qualifications stated above. If your skills match the required skills for this position, the department may contact you. Employee reference checks will be conducted on all finalists. This may include a review of documentation related to job performance and education. It includes contact with the applicant's current and/or former employers. A Criminal Background Check will be conducted on all finalists for this position. A criminal conviction will not automatically remove you from consideration for employment. When the position requires travel and the applicant drives a state owned or leased vehicle, a driver's license record check will be conducted. Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status). Application Details How to Apply Select "Apply for Job" at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers . If you have questions about the position, contact Amber Yang at amber.yang@state.mn.us . To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Amber Yang at talent.acquisition.deed@state.mn.us . The Department of Employment and Economic Development is an equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employer, and encourages all qualified candidates to apply for job opportunities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application and search tools, please contact Karen Lilledahl at Karen.Lilledahl@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed. Why Work for Us Diverse Workforce We are committed to continually developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our state and the populations we serve. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve the people of Minnesota. A recent engagement survey of State of Minnesota employees found: 95% of employees understand how their work helps achieve their agency's mission 91% of employees feel trusted to do their jobs 88% of employees feel equipped to look at situations from other cultural perspectives when doing their job 87% of employees report flexibility in their work schedule Comprehensive Benefits Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony. As an employee, your benefits may include: Public pension plan Training and professional development Paid vacation and sick leave 11 paid holidays each year Paid parental leave Low-cost medical and dental coverage Prescription drug coverage Vision coverage Wellness programs and resources Employer paid life insurance Short-term and long-term disability Health care spending and savings accounts Dependent care spending account Tax-deferred compensation Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Tuition reimbursement Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply. We will make reasonable accommodations to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us and indicate what assistance is needed.