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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Disabled Veterans Outreach Program Specialist, L&I in Pennsylvania
Disabled Veterans Outreach Program Specialist, L&I
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Disabled Veterans Outreach Program Specialist, L&I
Salary
$49,839.00 - $75,795.00 Annually
Location
Erie County, PA
Job Type
Civil Service Permanent Full-Time
Job Number
CS-2024-84526-06370
Department
Department of Labor & Industry
Division
LI Pa Car Lnk Erie Co
Opening Date
05/20/2024
Closing Date
6/2/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Code
06370
Position Number
00030441
Union
SEIU
Bargaining Unit
F4
Pay Group
ST06
Bureau / Division Code
00120714
Bureau / Division
Bureau of Workforce Partnership and Operations - PA CareerLink Erie County
Worksite Address
1647 Sassafras Street
Worksite Address
Northgate Commons Suite 300
City
Erie, Pennsylvania
Zip Code
16502
Contact Name
Jake Morgenegg
Contact Email
jmorgenegg@pa.gov
Description
Benefits
Questions
THE POSITION
Are you a veteran in Pennsylvania looking to make a positive impact on the lives of your fellow servicemen and women? Do you have a passion for helping other veterans find fulfilling employment opportunities? If so, consider applying to become a Disabled Veterans Outreach Program Specialist with the Department of Labor & Industry. Join our team today and make a difference in the lives of disabled veterans.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
As a Disabled Veterans' Outreach Program Specialist (DVOP) in a PA CareerLink® career center, you will provide employment and training services to eligible veterans and eligible spouses who are facing significant barriers to employment. You will assist in the development of an individual employment plan (IEP) for veterans receiving individualized career services to identify employment goals, objectives, and appropriate services. Your tasks will also involve conducting comprehensive assessments of education, skills, and abilities for eligible veterans, identifying employment barriers, and assisting them in setting appropriate employment goals. You will provide both group and individual career coaching sessions.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PD_NEOGOV.asp?p=00030441) .
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Full-time employment
Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Erie .
Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notice
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
One year of technical or paraprofessional employment services or veterans’ employer outreach work, and a bachelor’s degree; or
One year of experience interviewing the public to collect and identify customer needs, evaluating eligibility for programs, and researching data to make decisions, and a bachelor’s degree; or
An equivalent combination of experience and training.
Special Requirements:
All positions must be filled by a veteran with preference in such appointments given to qualified disabled veterans as defined by Title 38, USC Chap. 41, Section 4101 (3).
Other Requirements:
You must meet the PA residency requirement (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) and click on Residency.
You must be able to perform essential job functions.
How to Apply:
Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date . Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
Failure to comply with the above application requirements will eliminate you from consideration for this position.
Veterans:
Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov .
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
You must provide complete and accurate information or:
your score may be lower than deserved.
you may be disqualified.
You may only apply/test once for this posting.
Your results will be provided via email.
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Health & Wellness
We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*
Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
Work/Life Balance
We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*
Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.
For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.
*Eligibility rules apply.
01
How many years of full-time technical or paraprofessional employment services or veterans' employer outreach work experience do you possess?
5 years or more
4 but less than 5 years
3 but less than 4 years
2 but less than 3 years
1 but less than 2 years
6 months but less than 1 year
Less than 6 months
None
02
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.]
03
How many years of full-time experience do you possess interviewing the public to collect and identify customer needs, evaluating eligibility for programs, and researching data to make decisions?
5 years or more
4 but less than 5 years
3 but less than 4 years
2 but less than 3 years
1 but less than 2 years
6 months but less than 1 year
Less than 6 months
None
04
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.]
05
How much college coursework have you completed, in any field?
If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.
If your education was acquired outside of the United States, you must also upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation. For more information on foreign education credentials, please visithttps://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information.
Conferred bachelor's degree or higher
120 credits or more
90 but less than 120 credits
60 but less than 90 credits
30 but less than 60 credits
Less than 30 credits
None
06
You must complete the supplemental question(s) below. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. Youmustcomplete the applicationandanswer the supplemental question(s). Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.
All information you provide on your application and supplemental question(s) is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty.
Read the question(s) carefully. Determine and select the option that most closely represents your highest level of experience/training/certification. The option you choose must be clearly supported if requested.
If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions.
If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to ourFAQ page (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) .
Yes
07
Are you a veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces who was separated under honorable conditions?
If you answered yes to this question, you must upload the following documentation: DD214
You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add documentation to the application after it has been submitted.
Yes
No
08
Are you a veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces who was discharged or released from active duty because of a service-connected disability?
If you answered yes to this question, you must upload the following documentation: DD214
You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add documentation to the application after it has been submitted.
Yes
No
09
Are you currently receiving, or are you eligible to receive, Disability Compensation through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs?
If you answered yes to this question, you must upload the following documentation: DD214 and a VA Disability Award Letter or Letter of Disability Certificate.
You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add documentation to the application after it has been submitted.
Yes
No
Required Question
Agency
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Address
613 North Street
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120
Website
http://www.employment.pa.gov
