FISH & WILDLIFE RESEARCH INSTITUTE

Career Center Consultant - Veterans Representative

Lewiston, Maine

Sponsorship not specified$21k-$29kDetected 8 days ago

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About the role

Seasonal employees who do not have PRISM access should apply through the State's career page and indicate on the application that they have previously worked for the State. .
The successful candidate will focus on connecting Maine's veteran population to good jobs.
Don't miss out on this opportunity, especially if you have prior experience in veteran services, vocational services or career counseling, and/or business services.

Develop and conduct workshops.
Develop and negotiate training agreements for apprenticeship programs, internships, and on-the-job-training employment opportunities for employers/businesses.
Would you like to join a team of hardworking professionals who support Maine's workforce with an additional focus on veterans, eligible spouses of veterans, and businesses across Maine?
They will deliver workforce services to job seeking veterans and businesses.
Conduct interviews, vocational assessments, and provide career guidance; coordinate support services; refer customers to programs or services; and make referrals to job openings.
Deliver business services to area employers in order to develop employment opportunities for customers.

The training must be completed within 12 months of hire and will be considered work time for compensation purposes.
Transportation for regional travel will be required regularly and reimbursed at the State of Maine per-mile rate.
Statewide travel will be occasionally required.
If you are a veteran or eligible spouse (see minimum qualifications), enjoy working with the public, and want to make a difference by helping job seekers connect with jobs and businesses connect with workers, then this career is for you!
Frequent regional and occasional statewide travel is required and reimbursed at the current approved state mileage rate.

Excellent communication skills.
Experience serving people with diverse backgrounds.
Experience serving military veterans.
Experience working with businesses and community organizations, particularly for workforce development purposes.
A high level of experience in Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Experience using virtual platforms and understanding of virtual services.
Contact Information: Questions about this position should be directed to: Rene.L.Smith@Maine.gov
Work-Life Balance - Rest is essential.

Knowledge of job search strategies and workforce placement techniques.
Ability to assess individual skills, interests, and needs in relation to career opportunities.
Strong interview and consulting skills.
Ability to work effectively with a diverse customer base.
Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills.
Holds self-accountable for measurable, high-quality, timely, and cost-effective results.
Determines objectives and sets priorities.
Accepts responsibility for own actions and decisions.
Identifies and participates in learning opportunities.
Complies with established control systems and rules.
Customer/Quality
Accountability

Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually.
Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and confidential employees receive three (3) personal leave days per calendar year.
Health Insurance Coverage - The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($11,857.68-$13,950.24 annual value), depending on salary.
Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
Health Insurance Premium Credit - Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%.
Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements.
Dental Insurance - The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($365.28 annual value).
Retirement Plan - The State of Maine contributes 14.11% of pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee.
Gym Membership Reimbursement - Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense.
Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts - Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.
Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent.
All employees who are welcoming a child-including fathers and adoptive parents-receive forty-two (42) consecutive calendar days of fully paid parental leave.

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