Local Veterans Employment Representative

About the role

The Indiana Department of Workforce Development (DWD) seeks to develop a premier workforce that supports Indiana's economic growth. Local Veterans' Employment Representatives (LVERs) play a crucial role in increasing employment opportunities for Veterans and encouraging their hiring.

Responsibilities

• Conduct outreach to employers to assist veterans in gaining employment, including conducting seminars and job search workshops.
• Facilitate employment, training, and placement services for veterans.
• Plan and participate in job and career fairs.
• Promote the advantages of hiring veterans to employers, employer associations, and business groups.
• Work in partnership with WorkOne to identify job-ready veterans for career placement.
• Promote all WorkOne services to the employer community through presentations and trainings.
• Provide training to local WorkOne offices on the services offered by LVERs.
• Develop employer outreach activities to establish, maintain, and facilitate regular contact with employers.

Requirements

• Veteran hiring preference position.
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office applications.
• Effective communication and public speaking skills.
• Knowledge of State of Indiana and local job center programs.
• Ability to provide quality customer service.
• Experience conducting internet research.

Qualifications

• A High School Diploma or High School Equivalent (HSE).
• Experience applying the outlined knowledge, skills, and abilities in a similar role may be considered.

Skills

• Outreach and engagement skills.
• Customer service skills.
• Public speaking and presentation skills.
• Computer skills (Microsoft Office).
• Research and internet skills.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental plans.
• Wellness Rewards Program.
• Health Savings Account.
• Deferred compensation 457(b) account.
• Two fully-funded pension plan options.
• Leave policies covering various employee needs.
• Group life insurance.
• Referral bonus program.
• Employee assistance program.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
• Free parking for most positions.
• Free LinkedIn Learning access.

Pay

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $42,900.00 but may be commensurate with education and work experience. Use our Compensation Calculator to view the total compensation package.

Schedule

Details on the schedule are not provided in the job posting.