Employment Services Specialist 2025-01841
State of Wyoming
Employment Services Specialist 2025-01841
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Employment Services Specialist 2025-01841
Salary
$24.78 Hourly
Location
Riverton, WY
Job Type
Permanent Full-time
Job Number
2025-01841
Department
Department of Workforce Services
Division
PE33
Opening Date
07/22/2025
Closing Date
Continuous
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Job Classification
EHEM07
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Description and Functions
Open Until Filled
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
Under general supervision, provides customer service to individuals to ensure that qualifications and needs for employment and training services are met. Ensure business needs are met by developing and filling employment needs and offering and providing DWS agency information and coordinated services.
In addition to compensation, employment at the Department of Workforce Services provides the following:
+ Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance
+ Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness
+ Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
+ State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities
+ Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
+ For additional information regarding the benefits package please visithttps://ai.wyo.gov/for-job-seekers/benefit-information
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Human Resource Contact: 307-473-3270
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed at the job level.
+ Provides services to individuals by coordinating and executing a broad range of individual services in accordance with Federal and State program guidelines, policies, and regulations.
+ Develops, manages, and monitors a caseload of participants enrolled in state and federal programs.
+ Confers with employers to develop and fill employment and vocational training openings.
+ Refers applicants to employment or other community resources.
+ Assesses and evaluates client skills, education, and training.
+ Assists direct and counsels claimants and job applicants.
+ Interviews assess and evaluate customers to meet employment, training, and vocational needs.
+ Enters and monitors data in electronic systems for job postings, candidate file searches, and program reporting.
+ Assists direct and counsels business customers on the multitude of DWS coordinated business services, training grants, and resources.
+ Provides on-site visits to businesses to understand employer needs, operations, and job openings.
+ Organizes and participates in community events designed to connect business needs and job seekers and advance DWS services to both.
+ Works with Program Staff to ensure compliance to Department of Labor case management standards.
+ Refers applicants to employers and follows up on the hiring process.
+ Provides excellent customer service to internal and external customers.
+ Provides employment services to people who may have significant barriers to employment.
Qualifications
PREFERENCES:
Preference may be given to those with case management experience.
Preference may be given to candidates with experience working in federal programs.
Preference may be given to candidates with customer service experience.
Preference may be given to candidates with experience building and maintaining relationships with community partners.
** Must have a valid driver's license.
Qualifications
KNOWLEDGE:
+ Knowledge of state and federal statutes relative to employment and Agency programs.
+ Knowledge of departmental policies, customer service standards, and inter-agency protocols.
+ Knowledge of labor market information for the State of Wyoming and the skill to obtain current employment and job resource information using various multimedia resources, particularly Internet services.
+ Knowledge of administering and interpreting interest, skills, and proficiency tools and assessing employment issues and limitations.
+ Knowledge of case management practices to determine needs, create reasonable plans, and follow clients through successful program completion.
+ Skills in public speaking, oral, written, and electronic communication, and record-keeping.
+ Skills in establishing rapport with partner services, and respect established protocol with government agenciesand their staff.
+ Skilled in using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions,or approaches to problems.
+ Ability to actively listen to others in order to foster a positive exchange of information.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
Bachelor's Degree (typically in Business or Human Services)
Experience:
0-1 year of progressive work experience (typically in Business or Human Services)
OR
Education & Experience Substitution:
3-4 years of progressive work experience (typically in Business or Human Services)
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
None
Necessary Special Requirements
PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
+ Travel is required.
NOTES:
+ FLSA: Non-Exempt
+ The offer of employment is contingent on the completion of a successful background check.
+ The Wyoming Department of Workforce Services (DWS) uses E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify including your rights and responsibilities.
+ Former State of Wyoming Employees rehired within 31 days of their previous employment with the State will be required to repay any Sick and Annual leave payouts.
Supplemental Information
053-Department of Workforce Services - LWC - Northwest Region - Riverton Office
Click here (https://ai.wyo.gov/divisions/human-resources/consultative-services/compensation/pay-tables-salary-averages) to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.
URL: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm
The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.
Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.
Working for the State of Wyoming provides employees with a range of valuable benefits and offers a fulfilling career path. Employees enjoy comprehensive healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, and vision plans, ensuring their well-being and that of their families. Additionally, the state offers multiple retirement plans, which provide financial security and stability for employees once their career in public services comes to an end. the state recognizes the importance of personal time and offers generous paid time off and flexible arrangements, allowing employees to recharge, take care of personal matters, and maintain a healthy work-life integration.
There are many benefits to living and working in Wyoming. Beautiful country with wide-open spaces, clean air, great recreational activities, and no State income tax to mention a few!
Click here (https://ai.wyo.gov/for-job-seekers) to learn more!
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