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Regional Local Veteran Employment Representative (RLVER)

Workforce Devl Spec Supv

Recruitment #24-001664-0006

Introduction



Are you seeking an opportunity to help current residents of Maryland? If so, the Maryland Division of Workforce Development and Adult Learning (DWDAL) is currently looking to hire a dedicated, passionate and enthusiastic person to join our DWDAL team as a Workforce Development Specialist Supervisor, serving as a Regional Local Veteran Employment Representative (RLVER). This position offers an exciting opportunity for a strong, engaging supervisor who will lead and inspire a dedicated team of veteran's program professionals across a complex, multi-county region. In this pivotal role, the successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing, managing, and training the veteran's program staff, ensuring the effective delivery of employment services and programs tailored to veterans. As a first-line supervisor, you will play a key role in shaping the success of veterans in the workforce, driving impactful initiatives that connect our heroes with meaningful employment opportunities. The ideal candidate will be a proven leader with a passion for empowering veterans and building relationships within the business community. You will represent the Division through strategic outreach and collaboration with employers, advocating for the invaluable skills and experiences veterans bring to the workforce, and promoting the benefits of hiring veterans. If you are a motivated, results-driven leader with a commitment to veterans’ success, we encourage you to apply and make a lasting impact in this rewarding role. Resumes are acceptable as additional information, however the application will be rejected if it is not completed
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Frequent travel may be required, and a State vehicle may not always be available. Reimbursement for use of personal vehicle will apply according to the State travel policy.

GRADE

0017

LOCATION OF POSITION

BALTIMORE COUNTY
CARROLL COUNTY
CECIL COUNTY
HARFORD COUNTY
HOWARD COUNTY

Main Purpose of Job

This position serves as first line supervisor of the veterans’ program professional staff in a complex, multi-county territory work area. It is responsible for the management, supervision, training and facilitation of employment services and programs for veterans within a designated region. The Incumbent will represent the Division through contact with the business community to promote the advantages of hiring veterans.

POSITION DUTIES

The Regional Local Veteran Employment Representative (RLVER) is responsible for advocating for veterans served by the American Job Center (AJC) through strategic outreach to businesses, service providers, and community organizations. 

Key duties include planning and participating in job fairs, conducting employer outreach via telemarketing, mailings, and site visits, and coordinating with unions, apprenticeship programs, and employers to promote veteran employment and training opportunities. 

The RLVER facilitates job clubs, assists in job search workshops, and provides labor market information to businesses. 

They also collaborate with federal and state agencies to develop programs promoting employment opportunities for veterans, manage employer databases, and analyze labor trends. 

Additionally, the RLVER ensures timely reporting, monitors program performance, supports staff training, and maintains confidentiality of veteran case files. 

They oversee program operations, troubleshoot employer issues, and develop targeted marketing campaigns to promote veteran employment services.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

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

Experience: Five years of case management experience in the field of workforce development, delivering a wide range of career services to special and targeted populations of job seekers, conducting interviews with persons seeking employment and providing assistance to employers need qualified personnel to fill vacancies.  One year of experience must include supervising employees. Case management duties are defined as 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 up to two years of the required experience.

2. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a non-commissioned officer with active-duty military recruiting experience or career counseling experience on a year-by-year basis for the required education and experience.

SELECTIVE QUALIFICATIONS

Candidates must meet one of the following DVOP preference criteria for selection:
1.) Qualified service connected disabled veteran:
2.) Qualified eligible veterans; and
3.) Qualified eligible person (38 U.S.C. 4101(5)).

**If you have a Veterans Administration Letter of Disability Rating dated within the last six months please attach it to this application in order to receive Two (2) years Veteran Workforce Development Program experience credit.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preference will be given to applicants who possess the following preferred qualification(s). Include clear and specific information on your application regarding your qualifications.

  • Two years of veterans or business outreach experience with at least one year of experience analyzing and interpreting labor market data. 
  • One year of supervisory experience. 
  • A Veterans Administration letter of disability rating dated within the last six months is preferred.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

NOT APPLICABLE.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

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

SELECTION PROCESS

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.

Resumes are acceptable as additional information only, however, the application must be completed in its entirety or it will be subject to rejection.

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.

For positions that require Bachelor/Master Degree etc:

Educational credentials from foreign countries must be evaluated by an approved education review service. This evaluation must be submitted prior to hire. For further information, you may call International Consultants of Delaware, Inc. (302) 737-8715 or World Education Services Inc. 1-800-932-3897 or (202) 331-2925.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

The examination for this recruitment will be an evaluation and rating of the information 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 qualifications shown above and submitting any required documentation (diploma, transcript, certification, license, etc.). Please include clear, detailed and specific information on your application regarding experience qualifications related to the minimum qualifications, desired, and/or selective qualifications of the position.

Successful candidates will be placed on the certified list categorized as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified. The certified list will be used by LABOR for a period of one year.

BENEFITS

Leave Benefits

Our generous leave package for permanent State employees includes from ten to 25 days of annual (vacation) leave per year, depending on seniority, as well as six personal days each calendar year. In addition, the State offers eleven paid holidays and fifteen days of sick leave per year.

We also offer paid parental leave to eligible permanent State employees to care for and nurture children within 6 months of birth or within 6 months of an adoption of a child under 6 years of age.

Our leave policies also adhere to the Family Medical Leave Act of 1993.

Retirement Benefits​

Maryland State employees are eligible for participation in a contributory defined benefit pension plan in which they are vested after ten years. State employees are also eligible to participate in two supplemental retirement plans: the 457 Deferred Compensation Plan and the 401(k) Savings and Investment Plan.​

Flexible Work Schedules​

Employees of the State of Maryland typically work a forty-hour work week. Many State agencies offer their employees flexible work schedules. The Teleworking Program enables eligible state employees to work at home, at a satellite office, or at a Telework Center.

Student Loan Forgiveness

Employees with the State of Maryland are eligible to participate in the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. ​ Participants that meet all requirements may qualify for forgiveness on the remaining balance on his or her Direct Loans after making 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan while working full-time in a qualifying public service position.  ​

To learn more about PSLF, please visit the Student Loan Repayment Benefits​ page. 

Free Mass Transit Benefit​

Permanent State employees are entitled to use the Baltimore Light Rail, the Baltimore Metro Subway, the Baltimore Bus Service (Local Bus Service and Express Bus Service), as well as the following Baltimore Region Commuter Bus Routes:

There is no charge to the permanent State employee with a valid State ID card. This benefit can be used any time of the day or evening, including weekends. The Free Mass Transit Benefit does not include MARC trains, commuter buses that serve Washington, D.C., or any special event buses. 

Health Coverage

When you come to work for the State of Maryland, as a permanent State employee (or a contractual employee who works at least 30 hours per week or an average of 130 hours a month for a period greater than 90 consecutive days), you and your family may benefit from our medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage. You also may be eligible for life, accidental death and dismemberment insurance plans at low group rates.

Reduced Child and Health Care Costs

Working for the Maryland State Personnel Management System entitles permanent State employees to participate in Healthcare and Dependent Daycare Flexible Spending Accounts. These plans allow eligible employees to save, on a pretax basis, for healthcare and dependent care costs incurred during the plan year. 

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

The online application is STRONGLY preferred. However, 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.

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:

Maryland Department of Labor
Attn: Linnea Maker  24-001664-0006
100 S. Charles Street  5th floor
Baltimore, MD 21201

For additional information, please contact Linnea Maker via email Linnea.Maker2@Maryland.gov

The MD State Application Form can be found online

Department of Labor is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of DL 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.



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