JOB SERVICE SPECIALIST II

Job Service Specialist II - DVOP (Disabled Veterans’ Outreach Program)

The Maryland Department of Labor (MDOL), Division of Workforce Development and Adult Learning (DWDAL) is accepting applications from qualified candidates for Job Service Specialist II to function as a Disabled Veterans’ Outreach Program Specialist (DVOP). This list will be used to fill current and future vacancies in other local offices. 

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HOWARD COUNTY

To work with eligible veterans, and other eligible persons who have Significant Barriers to Employment (SBE) to resolve their employment needs.

Provides intensive services to eligible veterans, and eligible spouses as defined in Title 38 United States Code (USC), paragraph 4103A(a). The goal is to assist eligible veterans and spouses to obtain or retain employment leading to self-sufficiency. In addition eligible veterans and eligible spouses must meet the definition of an individual with a Significant Barrier to Employment (SBE), or are members of a veteran population identified by the Secretary under Title 38 U.S.C. 4103A(a)(1)(C) as eligible for DVOP services, as explained in separate guidance from DOL.

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

Experience: Two years of experience in the field of workforce development, taking job orders, conducting job-ready interviews, registering job applicants, verifying job referrals, conducting vocational placements, performing unemployment adjudications, or appraising job applicants for employability.

Notes:

1. Candidates may substitute education at an accredited college or university, at the rate of thirty credit hours for each year of the required experience.

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

Candidates must meet one of the following DVOP preference criteria for selection:

1.) qualified service-connected disabled veterans

2.) qualified eligible veterans

3.) qualified eligible person {38 U.S.C. 4101(5)}.    

 

All applicants must submit a Veterans Administration Letter of Disability Rating dated within the last six months. 

One year of experience providing intensive services in a case management environment to veterans.

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment.  All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date. Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.

Your application is part of the examination process. The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of this position. The rating will be based on the information provided on your application. Therefore, it is important that you provide all the experience and education that is related to this position completely and accurately. Verifiable volunteer experience will be considered. Please include it on your application, if applicable. This recruitment does not require any additional materials to be uploaded with the exception of a foreign degree evaluation (if applicable). Please do not submit unsolicited documentation (resumes, transcripts, cover letters, etc.). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the application. You will be required to complete a supplemental questionnaire.

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

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.

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. Completed applications, required documentation, and any required addendums may be mailed to:

MD Department of Labor Office of Human Resources/ Mrs. Maker

Attention: 22-003210-0002

1100 N. Eutaw Street, Rm. 101

Baltimore, MD 21201

Fax #: 410-333-5101

Email Linnea.Maker2@Maryland.gov

If you have any questions about this recruitment, please contact the Maryland Department of Labor at 410-230-6300. The MD State Application Form can be found online. Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of DLLR 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 statu