Veterans Workforce Outreach Specialist

State of Missouri; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

Paid leave and holidays

Health insurance

Job summary

State of Missouri is seeking to join a department dedicated to serving veterans through employment and training programs. You will coordinate outreach with employers, provide case management, and guide veterans in selecting vocations while navigating barriers to employment.

The role requires travel within assigned counties, including a one-time week-long out-of-state training, and participation in apprenticeship initiatives. A strong commitment to teamwork and public service is essential.

Qualifications

• Beneficial education and/or work-related experience includes technical or professional experience in business, personnel or public administration or closely related area, including military service.

Responsibilities

• Proactively coordinate with partners to provide comprehensive services to employers and facilitate employment, training and placement services for veterans.
• Provide case management and intensive services to veterans who have significant barriers to employment.
• Provide vocational guidance to eligible veterans with respect to selection of and changes in vocations and vocational adjustment.
• Conduct outreach activities to locate veterans through contacts with local veterans and community organizations, the Department of Veterans Affairs, and other State Agencies.
• Consult and coordinate with other appropriate representatives of Federal, State, and local programs for the purpose of developing maximum linkages to promote employment opportunities and assistance for veterans with significant barriers to employment.

Skills

Outreach coordination

Case management

Veteran services

Job description

State of Missouri is seeking to join a department dedicated to serving veterans through employment and training programs. You will coordinate outreach with employers, provide case management, and guide veterans in selecting vocations while navigating barriers to employment.

The role requires travel within assigned counties, including a one-time week-long out-of-state training, and participation in apprenticeship initiatives. A strong commitment to teamwork and public service is essential.