Reemployment Program Coordinator
State of Nebraska

Job Info

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Hiring Agency:
Labor - Agency 23

Location:
Lincoln, NE

Hiring Rate:
$26.044

Job Posting:
JR2024-00010361 Reemployment Program Coordinator (Open)

Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):
10-11-2024

Job Description:
The Nebraska Department of Labor has an exciting opportunity to join the Reemployment Services Division as a Reemployment Program Coordinator and oversee the Rapid Response and Trade Adjustment Assistance Act (TAA) programs. The successful candidate will plan, coordinate, monitor and develop innovative program strategies designed to provide career preparation and employment opportunities to Nebraska employees who have lost employment .

Here's what we have to offer!

• 13 paid holidays
• Vacation and sick leave that begin accruing immediately
• Military leave
• 156% state-matched retirement
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• 79% employer paid health insurance plans
• Dental and vision insurance plans
• Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) through the Federal government
• Wide variety and availability of career advancement as the largest and most diverse employer in the State
• Opportunity to be part of meaningful work and make a difference through public service
• Training and Development based on your career aspirations
• Fun, inviting teammates
• A safe and secure environment

Examples of Work

• Advise the program Administrator and local offices of problems, deficiencies, or improper practices in the delivery of services.
• Complete in-person and virtual trainings of statewide NDOL Reemployment Services staff and external service providers.
• Routine review of the TAA budget with program Administrator to assure fiscal responsibility.
• Run and maintain the Rapid Response Program by coordinating and delivering early intervention services to workers affected by layoffs or company closures, including information on unemployment benefits, retraining opportunities and job search assistance.
• Collaborate with employers and community partners to minimize the impact of layoffs.
• Other program duties as assigned.

Location: This is an on-site position and is located at 550 South 16th Street, Lincoln, NE
Work Schedule: 8am-5pm; Monday-Friday

Requirements / Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications: Associates degree in human services, behavioral sciences, social sciences, public administration, business administration or closely related field AND three years experience in an employment, job development, or job training agency/program with responsibility for planning and coordinating program operations, or monitoring and evaluating delivery of program services. Related experience may substitute for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis.

Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor' degree in human services, behavioral sciences, social sciences, public administration, business administration or closely related field.

Other: Must have a valid driver's license or the ability to provide independent authorized transportation.

Knowledge, skills and abilities:

Knowledge of: Principles and techniques to develop statewide and local policy; State and federal statutes affecting the employability status of the unemployed; Methods of program and financial administration including planning and evaluation techniques; Available labor, employment, and economic development resource materials; Techniques of fiscal analysis.

Ability to: Communicate with government officials, program representatives, and service providers to explain and advocate program goals, policies, and plans; Provide technical assistance and training for program staff upon request; Interact with state and federal program representatives and private industry representatives to establish consensus on service needs; Learn, interpret and apply federal legislation and state and agency regulations and policies to specific job training issues and decisions; Analyze data and develop conclusions from administrative/computer records, budgets, and program evaluations; Summarize planning and programming data and options into reports and position papers; Develop goals, priorities, plans, policies and performance criteria.


Benefits

We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.

Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits

Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.

Current employees of the State of Nebraska should NOT apply on this external career. Instead go to Workday and access the Jobs Hub - Internal Apply app from your home landing page.

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