882653 - EMPLOYMENT SECURITY REPRESENTATIVE I - 40045015

State of Florida; Sebring (FL); On-site; USD 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

State Group Insurance coverage

Nine paid holidays

Annual and Sick Leave

Tuition Fee Waivers

Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

The Employment Security Representative I position at FloridaCommerce in Sebring, FL, focuses on facilitating and marketing employment and training programs within the one-stop system.

You will provide career services, conduct intake and assessments, assist with job searches, and refer applicants to training or other agencies while maintaining accurate records. A Level 2 background check is required and Tier 1 certification must be obtained within 60 days.

Qualifications

• As a condition of pre-employment, a Level 2 security background screening including fingerprinting is required.
• Must obtain Workforce Development Professional (Tier 1) certification within 60 days of employment.
• Travel may be required locally and must provide own transportation.

Responsibilities

• Provide career services to unemployed or underemployed individuals in one-stop settings.
• Conduct intake, assessments, job matching, referrals, and resume/interview guidance.
• Coordinate PREP/RESEA programs and deliver employment-related workshops.
• Promote Career Center services and collaborate with community-based organizations.

Skills

Effective communication

Public speaking

Rule/regulation knowledge

Microsoft Office

Teamwork

Education

Workforce Development Professional Tier 1

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

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882653 - EMPLOYMENT SECURITY REPRESENTATIVE I - 40045015

Date: Sep 1, 2026

The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. For more information click on ourE-Verify Website .

Requisition No:882653

Agency: Commerce

Working Title: 882653 - EMPLOYMENT SECURITY REPRESENTATIVE I - 40045015

POSITION LOCATION: Sebring FL (relocation benefits are not available for this position)

Employment Security Representative 1 OPEN COMPETITIVE

This is a professional position facilitating and marketing employment and training programs in the one-stop system.

Provides career services in individualized or group settings to persons who are unemployed, underemployed, or seeking new employment opportunities. May include services such as intake and assessment, career information, labor exchange services, job search assistance, job matching, job referrals, referrals for training, referrals to other agencies, application and resume review and assistance, interview techniques, provision of labor market information, and provision of program performance information. Provides intake and specialized services to Veterans and eligible spouses. Maintains accurate and complete documentation and records for follow-up on customers as appropriate.

Interviews customers to ascertain employment options by assessing skills, interest, personal characteristics, education, work history, and limitations or barriers to job attainment or retention. Assists customers with establishing educational goals and developing employability plans for obtaining and retaining employment. Assists in the elimination of barriers to employment by providing customers with career services.

Conducts recruitment, screening evaluation, and referral of applicants for posted job openings. Performs file search (job matching) on open job orders to find qualified applicants.

Schedules and facilitates Priority Reemployment Planning (PREP) or Reemployment Services Eligibility Assessment (RESEA) programs as appropriate. Explains and clarifies re-employment policies and procedures for re-employment compensation claimants to provide an understanding of rights and responsibilities, employment related options, and other relative information.

Conducts employment-related workshops. Coordinates with community-based organizations (CBO) and refers customers to CBO for supportive services, as appropriate. Promotes CareerSource Center services and programs throughout the community.

Performs other related duties as required or assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of the principles and techniques of effective communication and the ability to communicate clearly and effectively in individual and group settings, both verbally and in writing
• Ability to make presentations
• Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
• Working knowledge/experience using Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Ability to promote and market Career Center
• Ability to deal with the public in a tactful, courteous and effective manner
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team

Qualifications

As a condition of pre-employment eligibility, a Level 2 security background screening is required, which consists of fingerprinting and a check of local, state, and national law enforcement records.

Minimum

• The incumbent must possess or obtain certification as a Workforce Development Professional (Tier 1) within 60 days of employment.
• Travel may be required locally and must provide own transportation.

Pay

$34,760.04 annually firm

Our Organization and Mission

FloridaCommerce works across the state to support Florida’s economy, robust and talented workforce, and our local communities. We are dedicated to making a stronger and more resilient Florida, so our businesses, communities, and workforce are better prepared to withstand future economic slowdowns and natural disasters.

In collaboration with our partners, we salute our nation’s veterans and are honored to have the opportunity to support them and their family members by encouraging them to apply at FloridaCommerce for positions that fit their skill sets.

FloridaCommerce is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. (TTY/TDD 1-800-955-8771 or the Florida Relay Service – 711.)

The Employment Security Representative I (ESR) us a member of Florida Commerce team within CareerSource Heartland offices and will facilitate an overall office marketing/outreach plan, distributing information about services available in the career center.

The Difference You Will Make

You will assist in helping Florida citizens obtain wage replacement benefits for qualified individuals who are out of work through no fault of their own. Your knowledge and skills will be utilized to help our citizens.

FloridaCommerce is a fast-paced work environment in which critical thinking and prioritizing are a must.

How You Will Grow

FloridaCommerce encourages its employees to constantly innovate and seek efficiencies. Trainings are made available throughout the year and on request with the Office of Training and Development within the Bureau of Human Resource Management. In accordance with our Vision and Mission, the employee:

• Furthers Florida’s economic vision by providing support that enhances the economy and develops, safe, and healthy communities.
• Meets customer/client expectations with an emphasis on responsiveness, quality, quantity, and timeliness of work.
• Provides information clearly, accurately, and succinctly; and exhibits good listening skills.
• Works collaboratively to optimize the effectiveness of FloridaCommerce’s available resources and tools.
• Uses knowledge acquired through education, training, or experience to complete tasks.

These expectations are for all our employees, and you will be expected to model these as a leader. We believe in supporting and encouraging you as you take on important and often complex projects while offering you the opportunity to gain valuable experience.

Where You Will Work

The Employment Security Representative I position is located in the Sebring, Florida office within Highlands County. Most of the area is rural and part of the Florida scrub ecosystem, with smaller areas of hammocks and cypress swamps and lakes. Sebring boasts of several award-winning museums, galleries, and art studios. Recreation opportunities in the area abound for people of all ages and include golf, hiking, freshwater swimming in our many lakes, fishing boating, water skiing, airboat rides and other water sports.

WORKING FOR THE STATE OF FLORIDA HAS BENEFITS!

• State Group Insurance coverage options+(health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental option)
• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions ( www.myfrs.com )
• Nine paid holidays and a Personal Holiday each year
• Annual and Sick Leave Benefits
• Student Loan Forgiveness Program(Eligibility required)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition Fee Waivers (Accepted by major Florida colleges/universities)
• Highly skilled, professional environment

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE

Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes,candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements.Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here . All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.

Location: SEBRING, FL, US, 33870

Nearest Major Market: Central Florida

Nearest Secondary Market: Sebring

For assistance, call the People First Service Center at [phone] Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Eastern time. Pursuant to Florida Law, 110.211 F. S., the State of Florida is an EEO employer.