DC Department of Human Resources
Workforce Development Specialist (AJC)
DC Department of Human Resources, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Overview
Job Summary
This position is located in the Department of Employment Services, Workforce Development Bureau, Office of One-Stop Operations. The Department of Employment Services (DOES) mission is to connect District residents, job seekers, and employers to opportunities and resources that empower fair, safe, effective working communities. Responsibilities
Counsels applicants to identify needs and/or problems and to determine appropriate action required or referral to be made. Refers applicants to appropriate specialized services for testing. Screens applicant files against Job Bank listings and refers qualified applicants to jobs. Assess customers and identifies eligible program participants. Incumbent provides applicants with pertinent labor market information, and job training opportunities that align with their need. Provides one-on-one assistance to maximize the use of resources. Researches and identifies suitable training providers. Completes documentation required for training referral through individual training accounts or contracts for special populations. Conducts presentations and conducts orientations on eligibility and program services. Incumbent provides career advice, researches and provides customers with information as it relates to educational and school options, tuition, books, uniforms, and equipment. Collects, organizes and analyzes information about customers, including records, tests, interviews, and professional sources, to asses their interest, aptitudes, abilities and personality characteristics for vocational and career planning. Instructs various job preparation classes, including resume, employment application, and cover letter writing. Conducts individual and group sessions on job search readiness, techniques, labor market information, and vocational information. Qualifications and Education
Attends staff and other meetings as required. Applicants must possess one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the CS-09 grade level, or its non-District equivalent obtained in either the private or public sector. Specialized experience is defined as experience that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled and has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities, to perform successfully the duties of the position. Licensures, Certifications And Other Requirements
None Work Conditions/Environment
The work is performed in a normal office setting. Promotion Potential
None Other Significant Facts
Tour of Duty:
Monday-Friday 8:30 am- 5:00 pm or Varies Duration of Appointment:
Career Service – Term, NTE 13 Months Pay Plan, Series and Grade:
CS-0142-11 Salary:
$74,893- $96,547; Based on qualifications and funding Collective Bargaining Unit (Union):
This position is covered by AFGE Local 1000 Collective Bargaining Unit. Position Designation:
This position has been designated as Security sensitive therefore the incumbent of this position will be subject to enhanced suitability screening pursuant to Chapter 4 of DC Personnel Regulations, Suitability and as such, incumbents of this position shall be subject to criminal background checks, background investigations, and mandatory drug and alcohol testing, as applicable. Residency Requirement:
Applicants claiming “Residency Preference” will be required to maintain residency in the District of Columbia for a minimum of seven (7) years. Failure to do so may result in forfeiture of employment. EEO Statement
The District of Columbia Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical handicap, or political affiliation.
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Job Summary
This position is located in the Department of Employment Services, Workforce Development Bureau, Office of One-Stop Operations. The Department of Employment Services (DOES) mission is to connect District residents, job seekers, and employers to opportunities and resources that empower fair, safe, effective working communities. Responsibilities
Counsels applicants to identify needs and/or problems and to determine appropriate action required or referral to be made. Refers applicants to appropriate specialized services for testing. Screens applicant files against Job Bank listings and refers qualified applicants to jobs. Assess customers and identifies eligible program participants. Incumbent provides applicants with pertinent labor market information, and job training opportunities that align with their need. Provides one-on-one assistance to maximize the use of resources. Researches and identifies suitable training providers. Completes documentation required for training referral through individual training accounts or contracts for special populations. Conducts presentations and conducts orientations on eligibility and program services. Incumbent provides career advice, researches and provides customers with information as it relates to educational and school options, tuition, books, uniforms, and equipment. Collects, organizes and analyzes information about customers, including records, tests, interviews, and professional sources, to asses their interest, aptitudes, abilities and personality characteristics for vocational and career planning. Instructs various job preparation classes, including resume, employment application, and cover letter writing. Conducts individual and group sessions on job search readiness, techniques, labor market information, and vocational information. Qualifications and Education
Attends staff and other meetings as required. Applicants must possess one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the CS-09 grade level, or its non-District equivalent obtained in either the private or public sector. Specialized experience is defined as experience that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled and has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities, to perform successfully the duties of the position. Licensures, Certifications And Other Requirements
None Work Conditions/Environment
The work is performed in a normal office setting. Promotion Potential
None Other Significant Facts
Tour of Duty:
Monday-Friday 8:30 am- 5:00 pm or Varies Duration of Appointment:
Career Service – Term, NTE 13 Months Pay Plan, Series and Grade:
CS-0142-11 Salary:
$74,893- $96,547; Based on qualifications and funding Collective Bargaining Unit (Union):
This position is covered by AFGE Local 1000 Collective Bargaining Unit. Position Designation:
This position has been designated as Security sensitive therefore the incumbent of this position will be subject to enhanced suitability screening pursuant to Chapter 4 of DC Personnel Regulations, Suitability and as such, incumbents of this position shall be subject to criminal background checks, background investigations, and mandatory drug and alcohol testing, as applicable. Residency Requirement:
Applicants claiming “Residency Preference” will be required to maintain residency in the District of Columbia for a minimum of seven (7) years. Failure to do so may result in forfeiture of employment. EEO Statement
The District of Columbia Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical handicap, or political affiliation.
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