at Dept of Commerce in Topeka, Kansas, United States
Job Description
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Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy:
An application, DD FM 214, and résumé must be submitted to be considered for this position. No interviews will be granted to applicants who have missing items. The Department of Commerce participates in the E-Verify program.
Agency Information: Department of Commerce / KANSASWORKS
As the states lead economic development agency, the Kansas Department of Commerce strives to empower individuals, businesses and communities to achieve prosperity in Kansas. Commerce accomplishes its mission by developing relationships with corporations, site location consultants and stakeholders in Kansas, the nation and world. Our strong partnerships allow us to help create an environment for existing Kansas businesses to grow and foster an innovative, competitive landscape for new businesses. Through Commerces project successes, Kansas in 2021 was awarded Area Development Magazines prestigious Gold Shovel award and was named Site Selection Magazines Best Business Climate in the West North Central region of the United States.
The Kansas Department of Commerce administers the KANSASWORKS workforce system, which links businesses, job seekers, educational institutions and training providers to ensure the states workforce is equipped to meet industry needs. The agency empowers its associates with leadership and professional development opportunities to help build Kansas as a world-renowned destination to live, work and play.
Learn more at www.kansascommerce.gov/workforce
About the Position:
Who can apply: Those who meet the minimum requirements
Classified/Unclassified Service: Classified
Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time
Work Schedule: Monday thru Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Eligible to Receive Benefits: Yes
Veterans’ Preference Eligible: Yes
Location: Junction City Workforce Center, Junction City, KS
Closing Date: January 31, 2025
Compensation: $18.26 hourly
Position Summary & Responsibilities:
Each day unfolds as a vibrant journey, brimming with continuous interactions with the public. Daily tasks include the dynamic orchestration and implementation of advocacy geared towards empowering Military Veterans. A valid driver’s license and the ability to travel is essential, fueling our outreach efforts to passionately connect with local employers, partners, and veterans, creating a meaningful impact in the process.
Join us on this fulfilling journey and be a part of an exceptional team dedicated to changing lives for the better. As a Veteran who has transitioned from military service, you have the unique experience of the transitional process and can empower other Veterans with the tools they may need to succeed in the newest chapters of their lives. Apply now to be a vital part of our mission and help Veterans rediscover their potential for success. Together, we can build a brighter future for those who have served our country.
This position is located at the Junction City Workforce Center.
Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:
Advocacy for Veterans: Ignite a sense of enthusiasm within the business community to embrace the hiring of Veterans, and advocate passionately for those who have proudly served in the Armed Forces.
Empower Local Employers: Illuminate businesses and community leaders on the invaluable resources provided by Veterans’ employment services.
Foster Employer/Veteran Connections: Strategically pinpoint potential clients through meticulous exploration of business directories, pursuing leads from existing clients, active involvement in organizations and clubs, and active participation in networking events.
Community Engagement: Engage in proactive outreach efforts, both in-person and through electronic channels, to connect with new and established businesses, unraveling their specific needs and demonstrating how the comprehensive services of the Workforce Center can be a valuable asset.
Team Building: Foster collaboration with peers, sharing insights such as outreach strategies and pertinent business intelligence.
Documentation Excellence: Uphold meticulous documentation practices, meticulously recording customer notes and service history within the sophisticated KANSASWORKS customer management system.
Training and Development: Orchestrate and lead workshops, in collaboration with employers, focusing on enhancing work readiness and refining essential business skills.
Qualifications:
Education: High School or GED
Minimum Qualifications:
- Six (6) months experience in career counseling, job placement, recruitment, assessment and deployment of staff or similar related experience
- High School Diploma or GED
- 24 credit hours leading to a Bachelors degree, from an accredited university; lesser credit hours will be considered in lieu of work experience.
- Career Development Technician Certification accepted in lieu of 6 months experience or Bachelors degree.
- Valid drivers license or ability to travel as required.
- Strong orientation to initiative, ability to coach on career issues, customer service orientation and strong orientation to achieving goals.
- Knowledge of veterans employment issues and related employment strategies
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree, with one (1) year closely related work experience
- One year of marketing or sales experience, private sector hiring practices, presentation development and delivery to diverse population and group sizes ranging from large to one on one
- Certifications by National Veterans Training Institute.
Recruiter Contact Information:
Name: Angie Krahe
Email: angie.krahe@ks.gov
Phone: 785.291.3568
Mailing Address: 1000 SW Jackson; Suite 100, Topeka, KS 66612
Employment Benefits:
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and additional coverage
Sick & Vacation leave accrued and available with start of employment
Work-Life Balance programs: parental leave, military leave, jury leave, funeral leave
Paid State Holidays (designated by the Governor annually)
Employee discounts with the STAR Program
Retirement and deferred compensation programs
Visit the Employee Benefits page for more information
Required Documents for this Application to be Complete:
On your Careers – My Job Applications page, verify these documents are present and valid. Upload or delete and replace if needed:
DD FM 214 (if you are claiming Veterans Preference)
Inside this job’s Job Application, upload the these documents:
Cover letter
Résumé
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How to Claim Veterans Preference
Veterans’ Preference Eligible (VPE): Former military personnel or their spouse that have been verified as a “veteran”; under K.S.A. 73-201 will receive an interview if they meet the minimum competency factors of the position. The veterans’ preference laws do not guarantee the veteran a job. Positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determine by the hiring manager.
Learn more about claiming Veterans Preference
How to Claim Disability Hiring Preference
Applicants that have physical, cognitive and/or mental disabilities may claim an employment preference when applying for positions. If they are qualified to meet the performance standards of the position, with or without a reasonable accommodation, they will receive an interview for the position. The preference does not guarantee an applicant the job, as positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determined by the hiring manager.
Learn more about claiming Disability Hiring Preference
PLEASE NOTE: The documentation verifying a person’s eligibility for use of this preference should not be sent along with other application materials to the hiring agency but should be sent directly to OPS. These documents should be sent either by fax to (785)296-7712, scanned and emailed to Gustavo.Victoriano@ks.gov, or can be mailed/delivered in person to:
ATTN: Disability Hiring Preference Coordinator
Office of Personnel Services
Landon State Office Building
900 SW Jackson, Rm 401
Topeka, KS 66612
Equal Employment Opportunity
The State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.
If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the agency recruiter.
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