The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) is the State of Minnesota's principal economic development agency. DEED's mission is simple: to empower the growth of the Minnesota economy, for everyone. We are driven to find talented and innovative public servants, motivated by the opportunity to serve businesses, people, and the greater good. At DEED you will join a diverse team, inspired by challenging work and united by shared values that guide our work every day. At DEED we live our values by; focusing on the customer, communicating early and often, seeking solutions, creating inclusion, encouraging new ideas, and being gracious. DEED is a Beyond the Yellow Ribbon agency and committed to proactively supporting service-members, veterans, and military families. DEED offers great employment opportunities with a meaningful mission to truly make a difference in the lives of those under our care and for those in communities throughout Minnesota. Job Class: Workforce Development Representative Agency: Department of Employment and Economic Development Job ID: 80776 Location: Duluth Telework Eligible: Yes, up to two (2) days per week after a three (3) month training period Full/Part Time: Full-Time Regular/Temporary: Unlimited Who May Apply: This vacancy is open for bids and for all qualified job seekers simultaneously. Bidders will be considered through 10/15/2024. Date Posted: 10/09/2024 Closing Date: 10/22/2024 Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Employment & Economic Development Department / MAPE Division/Unit: Workforce Development / WFD Job Seeker SVS Field Op X Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift, 8:00AM - 4:30PM Days of Work: Monday - Friday Travel Required: Yes, up to 10% Salary Range: $25.29 - $36.71 / hourly; $52,805 - $76,650 / annually Classified Status: Classified Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE FLSA Status: Nonexempt Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities : Yes The work you'll do is more than just a job. At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities. Job Summary This position will be based out of the Duluth CareerForce office. This position exists to provide Career Services and CareerForce information to job seekers through orientations, group instruction, and one-on-one assistance (online, over the phone and in-person) to ensure seekers are empowered to make informed career choices. This program prioritizes serving Unemployment Insurance Applicants, economically disadvantaged populations, and Veterans. The incumbent provides career guidance consulting, assessments, and resources to job seekers. The position will provide training on how to seek employment through job search classes, resume writing classes and other employment-related workshops both online and in-person. The incumbent will provide resources, so job seekers have access to information and tools necessary to secure appropriate employment, and employers have access to tools and information to successfully recruit and retain employees. This position also helps businesses access services available to them and connect directly to the job seekers the program serves. If you want to make an impact and help people create possibilities, come and be a part of our amazing team! This position is telework eligible and is required to work three (3) days in office and two (2) days telework after a three (3) month training period. Staff are provided with the tools and equipment to be successful in a virtual work environment and may telework from anywhere in Minnesota or a neighboring state. Please note, the telework policy could change with notice based on business needs. This posit on would include regional travel up to 10%. This posting may be used to fill multiple positions. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held. Only applicants whose resumes clearly demonstrate fulfillment of each of these minimum qualifications will be considered for this position. Bachelor's degree in Education, Social Work, Human Services, Counseling, or related field as determined by the agency. OR One (1) year of experience in a role providing employment and training services, case management, or a similar role as determined by the agency. Applicants that meet the above minimum qualification will be further evaluated on the following: Communication skills to: Connect career seekers to work force training opportunities to advance skills. Create and deliver presentations for adult career seekers, to be offered virtual and in person. Ability to: Form and grow connections with community partners such as educational institutions, employers, and supportive services to assist career seekers in gaining employment. Adapt to changing work priorities and goals. Organizational skills to manage, track, and report expenses, financial transactions, and using Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Word, and Excel to track expenses. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Education, Social Work, Human Services, Counseling, or related field as determined by the agency AND one (1) year of related work experience. Experience using WorkForce One, CareerForceMN.com, Minnesotaworks.net, SharePoint, WebEx, Microsoft Office Suite programs. Experience providing career guidance and coaching. Skill in communicating in a secondary language. Our employees are dedicated to ensuring cultural responsiveness. Preferred candidates will have a variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures. Additional Requirements A job offer will be contingent upon successfully passing a background check. The background check may consist of the following components: Criminal Background Check Employment Record Review (current and former State employees only) Employment Reference Check Conflict of Interview Review Driver's Record Check The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development will not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. Application Details How to Apply Select "Apply for Job" at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers . Connect 700 Program To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Talent Acquisition at talent.acquisition.deed@state.mn.us . Veterans To be considered with Veteran's Status , you MUST indicate this on your application and submit a copy of your DD-214 form and other required documentation to talent.acquisition.deed@state.mn.us by the closing date. Recently Separated Veterans (RSV) : Effective July 1, 2009, legislation provides that the top five RSV applicants who apply and meet the qualifications for a vacancy shall be granted an interview. Certain Disabled Veterans : Effective August 1, 2012, legislation provides state agencies with the option to appoint certain disabled veterans on a non-competitive basis. See the above links for criteria and eligibility. Current State Employees Please apply via Self Service. Bidding or expression of interest: This vacancy is open for bids/expression of interest and all qualified applicants simultaneously. Current employees of DEED who are currently in the same classification, who are eligible, and apply within t