EMPLOYMENT SECURITY REP II-MSFW - 40045016 1

Requisition No: 872335 | Agency: Commerce | Position Number: 40045016 | Posting Closing Date: 06/15/2026

About the Role

This position performs extensive personal outreach contacts with Migrant and Seasonal Farmworkers (MSFW) to determine their employment needs and advise them of the full range of services available at the local One Stop Center. The role involves conducting outreach and assessment services in areas where MSFWs live, work, and congregate, providing information through written and oral presentations in both English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive and specialized assessments of skill levels and service needs for MSFWs.
• Develop individual employment plans identifying employment goals, achievement objectives, and services required.
• Provide group and individual career counseling and career planning.
• Offer services available from the local office, including referrals to agricultural and non-agricultural employment, training, supportive services, testing, counseling, and job development.
• Provide information on currently available employment opportunities.
• Educate MSFWs on the complaint system and their rights regarding terms and conditions of employment.
• Coordinate services with state and local agencies and private employers for job development and referrals.
• Maintain accurate case records, including tracking customers’ employability plans and appropriate documentation for support services.
• Conduct follow-up with customers on a regularly scheduled basis.
• Refer customers to community resources for employment-related services and perform placement services as required.
• Distribute concise written information in Spanish and English about workers' rights under State and Federal statutes and regulations, including Worker Complaint Systems.
• Assist professional staff in identifying and extending services to MSFWs needing job referrals, intensive guidance, or specialized services.
• Refer MSFWs to supportive services not available through the One Stop Center when appropriate.
• Cooperate and communicate with MSFW community action organizations to familiarize them with available One Stop Center services and encourage referrals.
• Perform follow-up and follow-through activities as needed.

Requirements

• Bi-lingual (Spanish/English) proficiency in both written and verbal communication.
• Background working with Migrant and Seasonal Farmworkers (MSFW).
• Knowledge of principles and techniques of effective communication, both verbally and in writing.
• Working knowledge/experience using Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of principles and techniques of effective customer service.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to deal with the public in a tactful, courteous, and effective manner.
• Ability to record, collect, evaluate, and analyze data.
• Ability to work independently by planning, organizing, and coordinating work assignments.
• Strong listening and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read and understand reports, documents, and other written materials.
• Ability to work effectively as part of an inter-organizational team.

Qualifications

• As a condition of pre-employment eligibility, a Level 2 security background screening is required, including fingerprinting and a check of local, state, and national law enforcement records.
• Duties must be performed at the official work site of the Department in Wauchula, FL.
• Travel may be required.

Pay

$36,050 Annually

Benefits

• State Group Insurance coverage options (health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental options).
• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions (www.myfrs.com).
• 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 opportunities in a highly skilled, professional environment.

Location

This position is located in Wauchula, Florida (Hardee County). The area is primarily rural, featuring the Florida scrub ecosystem, with smaller areas of hammocks, cypress swamps, and lakes. The region has a rich history in cattle drives and agriculture, including watermelons, citrus, and historical significance as the "Cucumber Capital of the World." The county offers parks, a wildlife refuge, and a museum.