Impactful Workforce Development Specialist II

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Brady (KY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Kentucky, Education & Labor Cabinet, Department of Workforce Development in Morehead, KY, seeks a Workforce Development Specialist II for a federally funded FFTL role. The position manages caseloads, develops employability plans and coordinates with employers to identify opportunities.

The role emphasizes assisting job seekers, delivering workshops, maintaining logs, and promoting services across state agencies. Requires a bachelor's degree and related experience.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree required.
• Experience: 1 year in employment services, unemployment insurance, or related fields.
• Master's degree can substitute for one year of required experience.

Responsibilities

• Assists job seekers, makes referrals, monitors progress and provides casemanagement.
• Develops employability plans based on aptitudes, interests and experience.
• Engages with employers to promote services and solicit job opportunities.
• Assists employers with job orders and referrals.
• Maintains daily log of services.
• Promotes services via job fairs and ads.
• Works in resource room assisting with unemployment claims; answers questions.
• Conducts workshops on job search, resume writing and interview skills.

Skills

Exceptional written and verbal comms

Excellent time management

Multitasking under pressure

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree may substitute for 1 year experience

Job description

Commonwealth of Kentucky, Education & Labor Cabinet, Department of Workforce Development in Morehead, KY, seeks a Workforce Development Specialist II for a federally funded FFTL role. The position manages caseloads, develops employability plans and coordinates with employers to identify opportunities.

The role emphasizes assisting job seekers, delivering workshops, maintaining logs, and promoting services across state agencies. Requires a bachelor's degree and related experience.