LVER GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT II - 40042120

Overview

LVER GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT II - 40042120

Position : LVER Government Operations Consultant II (Local Veterans' Employment Representative) for the State of Florida, working with Florida Commerce / CareerSource Palm Beach County. Location : West Palm Beach, FL. Employment type : Full Time / Career Service.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a Local Veterans' Employment Representative (LVER) responsible for developing service delivery strategies for veterans.
• Educate partner staff on current employment initiatives and programs for veterans.
• Identify improvement processes, develop solutions for the Job for Veterans State Grant (JVSG) program, and ensure compliance with Federal Regulations and grant provisions.
• Create, develop, and implement local policies and procedures to ensure JVSG compliance; train LWDB staff and co-located partners on JVSG regulations.
• Review programs, forms, and reports used by the JVSG program and collaborate with management to identify improvements.
• Conduct outreach to employers, advocate with hiring executives, and increase employment opportunities for veterans.
• Conduct job search workshops, establish job search groups, and participate in job and career fairs; work with federal contractors on recruiting veterans.
• Promote credentialing and licensing opportunities for veterans and oversee veteran priority of service in employment, training, and placement services.
• Provide operational oversight for Career Center staff, including regular JVSG training; develop program management procedures to serve eligible veterans.
• Maintain regular contact with community leaders, employers, labor unions, training programs, and veterans organizations to inform and assist eligible veterans and spouses.
• Facilitate intake, assessment, counseling, job-search assistance, referrals, and placement in alignment with JVSG regulations.
• Assist in securing and maintaining current veteran employment and training information; participate in OFCCP audit information requests as needed.
• Consult with state and local officials on JVSG program matters; perform other veteran duties as needed.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Qualifications

As a condition of pre-employment eligibility, a Level 2 security background screening is required, including fingerprinting and background checks.

Minimum Requirements

Pay

$55,000 Annually – Firm

Our Organization and Mission

FloridaCommerce supports Florida's economy and workforce, aiming to build a stronger, more resilient state. We recognize and support veterans and their families. FloridaCommerce is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Program with available auxiliary aids and services for individuals with disabilities.

Benefits and Work Environment

State Group Insurance options, retirement plan with employer contributions, nine paid holidays plus a Personal Holiday, annual and sick leave, student loan forgiveness program (eligibility required), flexible spending accounts, tuition fee waivers, and a professional environment.

Veterans' Preference

Veterans' Preference applies to Career Service vacancies. Documentation (e.g., DD Form 214) should be attached with each submission. Location : WEST PALM BEACH, FL 33406.

Additional Information

For assistance, contact the People First Service Center at 1-877-562-7287.

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