TVC - Veterans Employer Liaison (Veterans Services

Submitted through Work in Texas: Work in Texas (WIT) applicants must complete the supplemental questions to be considered for the posting.

About the role

Serves as a vital member of the Veterans Employment Services team by advocating for Veterans employment and training opportunities with business, industry, and community-based organizations. The Veterans Employer Liaison (VEL) disseminates information regarding employment and training programs and facilitates Veteran access to all workforce development programs and services. TVC maintains a telework policy; telework is decided by the division and contingent on performance. Telework is not a contract of employment and may be terminated at any time without notice.

Responsibilities

• Conduct outreach to employers, organizations, and other service providers to promote Veterans employment goals and objectives and to assist Veterans in gaining employment.
• Develop and maintain partnerships with business organizations, employers, labor unions, and Veterans service organizations.
• Facilitate Veteran employment by coordinating and collaborating with Workforce partners to include Workforce Business Services Units to ensure optimum employment and training opportunities for Veterans.
• Analyze labor market information for employment trends and develop strategic initiatives and regional plans for effective employer recruitment strategies.
• Coordinate with Veteran Career Advisors and partner staff to provide job opportunities to specific Veterans.
• Review and analyze Veteran qualifications to ensure they meet the requirements for employers job opportunities.
• Plan and participate in job and career fairs.
• Make presentations to employers and other groups to promote Veteran services.
• Conduct seminars for employers and job search workshops with employers.
• Promote credentialing and licensing opportunities for Veterans.
• Review and report on the Workforce services provided to Veterans and recommend strategies, solutions, or corrective action when required.
• Provide training and technical assistance to staff administering services to Veterans; prepare quarterly reports.
• Enter and retrieve information to/from computer systems (WorkinTexas.com, TWIST, or other electronic databases, etc.).
• Travel may be required at least 25% of the time for work-related functions. Work hours other than 8-5 may be required.
• Performs related work as assigned.

Requirements

• Associates degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in business, human resources, marketing, social work, or a related field. Experience may be substituted for education on a year-by-year basis. College transcripts must be attached to the application and are required before an interview can be extended.
• Two years of experience in Human Resources, Recruiting, or Marketing.
• Must be a Veteran who served on active duty for a period of more than 180 days and was discharged/released with honorable, under honorable conditions, or general (under honorable conditions); OR a Veteran who was discharged/released from active duty because of a service-connected disability. A DD form 214 (member 1 copy not acceptable), NA Form 13038, or a VA Summary Benefits Letter must be attached to the application or provided prior to an interview.
• A valid Texas Drivers License must be provided within 90 days of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in developing marketing strategies or recruiting activities that promote the hiring of applicants by employers.
• Experience developing and delivering presentations to groups, conducting seminars, or participating in job fairs.
• Experience with Microsoft Office, Windows, and the Internet.
• Experience with public relations and communication skills.
• Experience working in a team environment that is process-oriented and deadline-driven.
• Experience managing multiple, competing priorities while delivering exceptional service.
• Experience with an Applicant Tracking System.

Skills

• Knowledge of Military Occupations and transferable skills.
• Knowledge of interviewing and assessment techniques and procedures.
• Knowledge of community resources.
• Skill in conducting interviews and in counseling others.
• Skill in operating computers and applicable software.
• Skill in counseling special applicant groups; evaluate information obtained in review of Veterans programs; and to maintain effective public contacts.
• Ability to coordinate Veterans services.
• Ability to communicate effectively and to train others.
• Ability to gather, assess, and analyze Veterans needs.

Environmental and Physical Conditions

Normal office work environment, mostly sedentary in nature. May involve walking.