Career Center Consultant - Limited Period

Job Overview

Position: Career Center Consultant – Apprenticeship Navigator (limited period through Summer 2027)
Location: Augusta, Bangor, Lewiston, or Portland, Maine.
Salary: $20.68–$28.88 per hour.
Grade: 20/Professional & Technical.
Opening Date: May 29, 2026 |
Closing Date: June 12, 2026.

The Maine Department of Labor’s Bureau of Employment Services seeks a dedicated consultant to expand access to apprenticeship and workforce opportunities across Maine, focusing on racial, ethnic, and tribal communities disproportionately impacted by barriers to employment, housing, and education.

• Conduct outreach and build relationships with racial, ethnic, and tribal communities through community organizations, schools, tribal entities, and service providers.
• Provide career counseling, vocational assessments, and individualized guidance.
• Connect individuals to employment, training, and apprenticeship opportunities, including Registered and Pre‑Apprenticeship programs.
• Develop customized employment and training plans.
• Deliver workshops and group sessions on workforce readiness topics.
• Share labor market information with job seekers.
• Track participant engagement and outcomes using data management systems.
• Collaborate with employers to identify workforce needs and facilitate job placements.

• Knowledge of job search strategies and workforce placement techniques.
• Ability to assess individual skills, interests, and career goals.
• Strong interviewing, counseling, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse populations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Interpersonal
  
  Skills:
  
  Build trust, communicate effectively, and work with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Customer Service:
  Commitment to understanding and meeting the needs of customers.
• Accountability:
  Manage priorities, meet deadlines, and take ownership of work.
• Planning and Organization:
  Organize tasks, set goals, and adapt to changing priorities.

• Experience working with diverse or underserved populations.
• Lived experience in, or demonstrated experience supporting, racial, ethnic, or tribal communities.
• Experience in workforce development, employer engagement, or community‑based services.
• Strong communication and facilitation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and virtual platforms.
• Experience working with employers and community partners.

Employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including paid holidays, sick leave, vacation leave, health and dental insurance coverage, retirement contributions, parental leave, and additional wellness benefits as described by the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.

Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, ensuring an inclusive environment for applicants of all backgrounds, including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, disability, religion, age, and other protected categories.