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Interactive Government Holdings, Inc.

Regional Employment Specialist - Ohio National Guard Employment Enhancement Prog

Interactive Government Holdings, Inc., Chillicothe, Ohio, United States, 45601

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Regional Employment Specialist - Ohio National Guard Employment Enhancement Program (NGEEP) (OH, Chillicothe)

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Interactive Government Holdings, Inc.

This position is currently accepting applications.

Overview Established in 2006, Interactive Government Holdings, Inc. (IGH) is a leading professional services and technology provider to the Federal government, whose mission is to serve our men and women in uniform globally and their support systems locally. IGH utilizes strategy, data science and technology to make the programs we execute more efficient for the people our programs serve. IGH has a national and international contract staff as well as a small HQ team in Springfield, Virginia. IGH is consistently ranked as one of America\'s Fastest Growing Private Companies by Inc. Magazine, and is proud of its ability to shape tomorrow while supporting active duty personnel and reservists.

IGH is seeking a qualified, trained and capable individual to serve as the Regional Lead Employment Specialist within the Ohio National Guard\'s Employment Enhancement Program. The Regional Lead Employment Specialist will provide leadership to the team of Employment Specialists supporting Soldiers, Airmen, and their families, using broad-based knowledge, experience and skills in military personnel and human resource matters, especially as they relate to balancing civilian employment with military service in the Ohio National Guard. The Regional Lead Employment Specialist will represent the interests of the Ohio National Guard, the Adjutant General\'s office, Guardsmen, dependents and employers by matching employer hiring needs with the skills, knowledge and training invested in Ohio National Guardsmen. The successful Regional Lead Employment Specialist will provide training and oversight of team, coordinate with Program Manager (PM) while connecting service members with military friendly employers.

Mission The purpose of the Ohio National Guard Employment Enhancement Program is to provide employment opportunities and career options to members of the Ohio National Guard and other Reserve Components, while working with the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve Program Support Specialist. The objective is to provide Employment Specialists throughout the state of Ohio, and to provide technical support to managers, supervisors, members of the National Guard and other Reserve Components, and their dependents as to the benefits and entitlements available through the Employment Enhancement Program and to ensure standardization and continuity of service.

Responsibilities

Provide support services including counseling, training and assisting with job searches, interview skills and resume preparation.

Follow-up and track progress, documenting contact with each client.

Provide employment opportunities and career options by coordinating the availability of local, state and federal employment resources, and actively referring service members.

Provide training, instruction, and assistance on topics including job search strategies, resume writing and interviewing techniques.

Contact unit leadership to schedule and conduct briefings at Guard and Reserve units, advising service members of services provided, gathering employment data and registering individuals interested in receiving assistance.

Develop, plan and conduct employer outreach, maintaining active communication, developing new relationships, solidifying existing relationships and documenting activities.

Act as the POC for planning activities and referrals for employment.

Maintain database of clients (job seekers), employers and units, track communication, referrals, job leads, placements, and other assistance provided.

Foster and manage a teamwork collaboration effort with ESGR representatives.

Attend community events such as job fairs and specialty events, Yellow Ribbon Reintegration Program (YRRP) events, and ESGR events as scheduled.

Create reports to summarize briefings, trainings, events, activities, taskings and email campaigns.

Weekend work may be required in support of Guard and Reserve drill weekends; schedules will be arranged to ensure 40 hours per week.

Additional Lead Responsibilities

Oversee and maintain database management program (currently in Access).

Gather and analyze employment data to generate unemployment and underemployment statistics both monthly and annually.

Conduct customer satisfaction surveys and analyze results to improve services.

Develop and maintain a Quality Control Plan to ensure services are performed per requirements.

Analyze team performance, monitor KPIs, and drive improvement initiatives.

Create and execute Social Media and Marketing plans.

Update literature and briefing materials including territory maps, handouts, sign-up sheets, and presentations.

Attend ESGR meetings and planning/award events as required.

Perform trend analysis, identify problem areas, and implement changes.

Coordinate conference calls with team and corporate office; record minutes.

Prepare Monthly Progress Reports summarizing activities and accomplishments.

Perform HR-related functions including time sheets, PTO, travel, trainings, and staffing per requirements.

Other duties as assigned.

Skills And Experience

Education: BA/BS required.

5-10 years of military experience, including program management lead position, with broad knowledge in military personnel and human resources related to balancing civilian life with military service.

1-3 years of experience in employment assistance, recruiting, or HR management. Knowledge of Guard and Reserve Component logistics, operations, and deployment cycles.

Experience in developing stakeholder support for service member/veteran/family employment and placement programs.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time

Location: Ohio (Chillicothe - NGEEP)

About the Organization: This position is currently accepting applications.

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