Career Development Specialist I - Workforce Training

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Paducah (KY); On-site; USD 324,000 - 439,000; Full time

Job summary

The Education & Labor Cabinet | Department of Workforce Development in Kentucky seeks a Workforce Development Specialist I to assist job seekers with employability plans, run workshops, and connect participants with training opportunities in Paducah. This FFTL role is federally funded and located in a public office setting.

The position pays $2,843.76 monthly, requires two years of college credit, and offers full state benefits.

Qualifications

• Education: Must complete two years (54 semester hours) from a college or university.
• Experience, training, or skills: NONE
• Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: Year-for-year substitution allowed
• Special requirements: NONE

Responsibilities

• Assists individuals with employability plans and identifies intensive services.
• Assists with workshops for job seekers to aid in job search skills, resume writing, and interview assistance.
• Refer customers to appropriate partnering agencies and recommend additional education or training to achieve career goals.
• Works with employers to promote employment services and solicit job opportunities for participants.
• Helps customers complete applications and schedules interviews with employers.

Skills

Exceptional written and verbal

Excellent time management

Ability to multitask

Education

Two years college credit (54 sem hrs)

Job description

The Education & Labor Cabinet | Department of Workforce Development in Kentucky seeks a Workforce Development Specialist I to assist job seekers with employability plans, run workshops, and connect participants with training opportunities in Paducah. This FFTL role is federally funded and located in a public office setting.

The position pays $2,843.76 monthly, requires two years of college credit, and offers full state benefits.