DVOP Veteran Career Services Specialist

State-of-Nevad; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation (DETR) seeks a Workforce Services Representative 1 - DVOP Specialist to provide individualized career services to eligible veterans and others with qualifying barriers in the Reno/Sparks area. The role spans office and community outreach, requiring a valid driver’s license and willingness to travel locally.

The incumbent will conduct assessments, develop Individual Employment Plans, manage an active caseload, and connect participants with

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or equivalent education and two years of general work experience; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Interview customers to elicit information regarding education, training, work experience, and occupational goals or interests.
• Assist customers in registering for services; search current job listings and screen job seeking customers.
• Refer qualified customers to businesses and verify referral results; provide information and referrals to programs available in the community.
• Identify customers who are eligible for assistance offered through the Trade Readjustment Act, Career Enhancement Program, or veterans services.
• Gather required information and make appropriate referrals to community-based services, partner services, or other federal programs.
• Assist customers to use the resource center’s automated equipment to search for employment, access career/employer statistics, and prepare resumes and cover letters.
• Advise job seeker on results of self-assessment tests and career direction options; edit and proof resumes; coach on the application process and job interviews.

Skills

Customer service

Caseload management

Career counseling

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Office software

Job description

Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation (DETR) seeks a Workforce Services Representative 1 - DVOP Specialist to provide individualized career services to eligible veterans and others with qualifying barriers in the Reno/Sparks area. The role spans office and community outreach, requiring a valid driver’s license and willingness to travel locally.

The incumbent will conduct assessments, develop Individual Employment Plans, manage an active caseload, and connect participants with