Reemployment Specialist
State of Nebraska

The work we do matters!

Hiring Agency:
Labor - Agency 23

Location:
Grand Island, NE

Hiring Rate:
$20.144

Job Posting:
JR2024-00010933 Reemployment Specialist (Open)

Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):
12-03-2024

Job Description:
Are you ready to make a difference in the lives of individuals in your community? Join the Nebraska Department of Labor in connecting individuals to employment success as a Reemployment Specialist. In this position you will provide job search assistance and labor market information to One Stop Center customers, help coordinate vacancy related activities with employers, and provide career enhancement resources and opportunities to individuals. We are looking for an individual who has a strong desire to help others, enjoys daily challenges and variety, has strong communication skills and is computer savvy. If this sounds like you...apply today!

Here's what we have to offer!

• 13 paid holidays
• Vacation and sick leave that begin accruing immediately
• Military leave
• 156% state-matched retirement
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• 79% employer paid health insurance plans
• Dental and vision insurance plans
• Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) through the Federal government
• Wide variety and availability of career advancement as the largest and most diverse employer in the State
• Opportunity to be part of meaningful work and make a difference through public service
• Training and Development based on your career aspirations
• Fun, inviting teammates
• A safe and secure environment

Examples of Work

• Provide core and intensive services authorized under Wagner Peyser.
  
• Review benefit payment system of unemployed job seekers subject to the Reemployment Services and Eligibility Assessment program.
  
• Provide assistance with all aspects of NEworks including, but not limited to, labor market information, unemployment insurance application, unemployment insurance job seeking requirements, and resume builder.
  
• Assist NEres customers to complete pre-orientation assessments.
  
• Understand and provide priority of service.
  
• Provide referral services utilizing appropriate tools and resources.
  
• Utilize technology to accurately and efficiently schedule, track and log all group and individual orientations, sessions, and case notes in the NEworks system.
  
• Understand and educate customers on all American Job Center partner services.
  
• Assess ongoing eligibility for unemployment compensation and provide information for eligibility determinations.
  
• As directed, adhere to State, Nebraska Department of Labor, Office of Unemployment Insurance, and Office of Reemployment Services policies and procedures.
  

Location: This is an on-site position located at 203 E Stolley Park Road, Suite A, Grand Island, NE

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday; 8am - 5pm

Requirements / Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications: Coursework or training in social/behavioral sciences, business or public administration, education or related field; or experience in public/human services gathering and providing information, interviewing and assessing client needs.

Preferred Qualifications: Associate or Bachelor's degree in human resources, behavioral science, business administration, communication, education or marketing. Spanish/English bilingual skills desired.

Other: Valid driver's license or the ability to provide authorized independent transportation.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of: Department of Labor and American Job Center services; methods for showing and promoting agency services; NEworks system; Microsoft Office Word, Outlook, Excel, Access, PowerPoint.

Skill in: customer service; typical office computer systems; presenting information clearly to others; assessing customer needs; database entry.

Ability to: communicate and interact with people of all socio-economic levels; maintain relationships with other agencies or community organizations; independently make decisions; work in a high stressed and fast-paced environment; maintain regular and reliable attendance.


Benefits

We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.

Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits

Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.

Current employees of the State of Nebraska should NOT apply on this external career. Instead go to Workday and access the Jobs Hub - Internal Apply app from your home landing page.

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