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Position Description
JOIN OUR TEAMto assist and prepare for further employment our
Military Veterans by delivering workshops at locations across the United
States and virtually. The Department of Labor (DOL) Veterans Employment
and Training Service (VETS) program requires contractor services to
support these veterans through the Off-Base Transition Training (OBTT)
that is offered nationally to conduct job assistance workshops.
The Employment Resource Coordinator (ERC) supportsVeterans, Veterans
currently serving in the National Guard or Reserves, and their
spousescivilianemployment through education and support services. TheERC
will support the Off-Base Transition Training (OBTT) program
effortsthrough grassroots marketing, outreach, collaboration with the
local veteran community, and coordination ofBrickandMortar (B/M)
employment workshops at select locations other than active military
installations.
In this role, you will:
- Coordinate in person and, potentially, virtual workshops.
- A high level of coordination in addition to excellent written and
verbal communication skills are necessary.
- Must be able to listen to OBTT participants and assist them in
identifying and prioritizing their needs.
- Provides screening and referral services and identify and utilize a
network of local, regional, and state resources for employment and
employment readiness.
- Serve as the point of contact for activities in their assigned area
of responsibility for all stakeholders, including those from the
Department of Veterans Affairs, Department of Defense, Department of
Labor, State Adjutant General offices, American Job Centers, DOL
VETS State Directors, and more.
- Manages supplies, instructional materials, and office equipment and
prepares periodic reports.
- Ability to work extended hours, including weekdays, weekends, and
some holidays, may be required to address emerging requirements
under changing and constrained timelines.
- Must be able to communicate effectively, be comfortable instructing
and speaking in front of a group, be observant of others, possess
the ability to engage an audience, and respond to inquiries
independently.
- Possess excellent time management skills and the ability to work
independently on client site and remotely.
- Market their services using approved messages and materials within
their assigned region to increase awareness of services and perform
outreach to Veterans, National Guard and Reserve Members, and their
Spouses.
- Reports to a Project Manager.
Visit the following link for more information about how Serco supports
our
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Qualifications
To be successful in this role, you will have:
A High School Diploma and 5 years of experience assisting veterans,
service members, and/or spouses in the workplace.
- OR a Bachelor\'s degree and 3 years of employment or career
counselingexperience.
To be knowledgeable of the workplace, occupations, and requirements
for entry for occupations in the area of responsibility.
To be proficient in Microsoft Windows and Office.
To work well with veterans, National Guard and Reserve members,
spouses, and interagency staff.
Experienced in negotiating with partners and outside organizations
or agencies relating to veterans, National Guard and Reserve member,
or their spouses.
The understanding of the military organizational structure, its
occupational specia lties and the correlation to the civilian
workforce.
To be able to communicate effectively (orally and in writing).
To be able to facilitate meetings and provide briefings (in-person
and virtually).
To be able to prepare and deliver presentations to various size
audiences.
The ability to travel 25%.
If you are interested in supporting and working with our military and a
passionate Serco team- then submit your application now for immediate
consideration. It only takes a few minutes and could change your career!
Military Veterans and Spouses encouraged to apply.