JOB SERVICE SPECIALIST III

The Maryland Department of Labor, Division of Workforce Development and Adult Learning (DWDAL) is accepting applications from qualified candidates for Job Service Specialist III to function as a Job Order Analyst for Foreign Labor Certification/Migrant Housing Inspection Specialist. This list will be used to fill current and future vacancies in other local offices. Please be advised that frequent travel may be required and a State vehicle may not always be available. Must speak, read and write Spanish proficiently. Reimbursement for use of personal vehicles will apply according to the State travel policy.

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The primary purpose of this position is to assist in the administration of the Rural Services program for the Maryland Department of Labor, ensuring adherence to the federal laws and regulations by agricultural employers, the viability of those employers and support the economic stability of the labor force, businesses and the citizens of the State of Maryland.

• Consult with businesses to facilitate the processes of state and federal requirements.

• May conduct wage surveys, crop surveys and farm labor surveys in various regions of the State; train and assist American Job Center (AJC) staff to conduct said surveys in areas not serviced by this position.

• Conduct housing inspections, at times in conjunction with local health department officials; assist statewide in the inspection of migrant labor camps.

• Assist writing agricultural job orders, reviewing and processing clearance orders.

• Ensure accurate information is reflected in the job orders.

• Maintain a thorough knowledge of current national laws, regulations, policies, directives and procedures governing agricultural labor to inform and train AJC staff and assist employers.

• May collect data and extrapolate necessary information to prepare and submit periodic reports to the Assistant Secretary, Director of Field Operations, Program Manager and USDOL.

• Provide forms and technical assistance in the completion of: Agricultural and Food Processing Clearance Order (ETA-790); Application for Alien Employment Certification (ETA-750); Housing Inspection Certification (ETA-338).

• Assist in migrant agricultural worker outreach

Education:   Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.

Experience: Three years of experience in the field of workforce development involving conducting interviews with persons seeking employment and providing assistance to employers needing qualified personnel to fill vacancies.

Notes:

1. Candidates may substitute additional experience in workforce development taking job orders from employers, conducting job-ready interviews, registering job applicants, verifying job referrals, conducting vocational placements, performing unemployment adjudications, or appraising job applicants for employability on a year-for-year basis for the required education.

2. Candidates may substitute education at an accredited college or university at the rate of thirty credit hours for one year of experience for up to two years of the required experience.

3. Candidates may substitute active duty military recruiting experience or career counseling experience on a year-by-year basis for the required education or experience.

- One year experience in customer service administrative functions.

One year experience conducting presentations to large groups

All candidates are subject to a background check against files maintained by the Division of Unemployment Insurance (MDOL/DUI) to determine whether any monies are owed to MDOL/DUI as a result of an unemployment insurance overpayment and/or fraud. Any unpaid debt may have an impact on whether or not a candidate is offered employment.

Applicants must provide sufficient information on the application to show they meet the minimum qualifications for this recruitment. RESUMES ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE AND NOT CONSIDERED IN THE SELECTION PROCESS. All information concerning the qualifications, including any required documentation (diploma, transcript, certificate, etc.) must be submitted and received by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be considered. Applications that meet minimum and/or selective qualifications will be referred to the hiring unit for interview selection. Units will select those candidates most closely demonstrating the qualifications for interview.

The examination for this recruitment will be an evaluation and rating of your training, education, and experience provided on your application. Therefore, it is essential that the application is filled out completely and accurately, listing all relevant education and experience, addressing the specific supplemental qualifications and submitting any required documentation (diploma, transcript, certification, license, etc.). The certified list will be used by the Maryland Department of Labor for a period of one year.

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

The online application process is STRONGLY preferred. If you are unable to apply online, you may mail a paper application and supplemental questionnaire to: 

 The MD Dept. of Labor Office of Human Resources

 Attn: 21-003211-0007 Mrs. Maker

1100 N. Eutaw Street, Rm. 101

 Baltimore, MD 21201  

E-mail Address: Linnea.Maker2@maryland.gov  

If you are unable to apply online, or encounter difficulty attaching required or optional documentation, you may submit via mail or deliver in person. Please be sure to include your name, identification number (EASY ID#) and job announcement number on any documentation to ensure timely processing.

PLEASE DO NOT FAX OR EMAIL UNSOLICITED DOCUMENTATION. The MD State Application Form can be found online Maryland Department of Labor is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of Maryland Dept. of Labor that all persons have equal opportunity and access to employment opportunities, services, and facilities without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status.

U.S. Military Veterans may qualify for additional bonus points towards certification. Any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing a U.S. Military form DD 214 verifying honorable discharge from service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview). Permanent State employees do not need to submit proof of Veterans’ status