Career Services & Job Placement Specialist II

New Mexico Department of Justice; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

New Mexico Department of Workforce Solutions seeks a Workforce Development Specialist II to assist job seekers, match skills to jobs, and promote employment opportunities. The role emphasizes outreach at local events, career counseling, and preparing job seekers for interviews and placements.

Ideal candidates bring strong listening, communication, and organizational skills, with experience in customer service and MS Office.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equiv.
• Two years in customer service or related fields.
• Experience in interviewing, case management and career development is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Match job seeker's skills with employer needs through development and counseling.
• Attend local events to increase job seeker traffic in AJC offices.
• Provide presentations and workshops for job seekers.
• Collaborate with business teams to identify vacancies and placements.

Skills

Interviewing

Case management

Career development

Customer service

MS Office

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalency

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

New Mexico Department of Workforce Solutions seeks a Workforce Development Specialist II to assist job seekers, match skills to jobs, and promote employment opportunities. The role emphasizes outreach at local events, career counseling, and preparing job seekers for interviews and placements.

Ideal candidates bring strong listening, communication, and organizational skills, with experience in customer service and MS Office.