Migrant Seasonal Farmworker Outreach Representative

Texas Workforce Commission connects people with careers across the state. We are based in Austin, TX, however, this position is a field-based role primarily serving the Val Verde, Edwards, Real, Uvalde, Kinney, Maverick, Zavala, Dimmit, and LaSalle counties in Southwest Texas, so it is important the selected candidate resides in or around this area. We're a Family Friendly Certified Workplace with a great work-life balance, competitive salaries, extensive opportunities for training and development, and fantastic benefits.

Texas Workforce Commission connects people with careers across the state. We are based in Austin, TX, however, this position is a field-based role primarily serving the Val Verde, Edwards, Real, Uvalde, Kinney, Maverick, Zavala, Dimmit, and LaSalle counties in Southwest Texas, so it is important the selected candidate resides in or around this area. We're a Family Friendly Certified Workplace with a great work-life balance, competitive salaries, extensive opportunities for training and development, and fantastic benefits.

TWC is not considering applications from individuals who require sponsorship for an employment visa, now or in the future, for this position. This includes, but is not limited to, individuals currently on H-1B, F-1 (OPT/CPT), or H-4 visas. You must be a Texas resident to work for the Texas Workforce Commission or willing to relocate to Texas.

• A Passionate Advocate & Connector:
  You are dedicated to empowering individuals by connecting them with resources and opportunities to improve their quality of life.
• A Trusted Field Advocate & Communicator:
  You excel at building rapport, bridging cultural and linguistic gaps, and understanding the unique needs of diverse individuals.
• A Resourceful Problem-Solver:
  You thrive in dynamic environments, creatively seeking solutions to potential barriers to employment.
• A Workforce Systems Navigator:
  You are comfortable guiding job seekers and employers through online platforms and state workforce programs.
• An Objective & Ethical Professional:
  You handle sensitive matters with discretion and adhere to the highest standards of professional conduct.
• A Collaborative Team Player:
  You work effectively with colleagues, external partners, and community organizations to ensure comprehensive support for clients.
• An Organized & Autonomous Self-Starter:
  You expertly manage a demanding field schedule, balancing on-site visits with meticulous and timely recordkeeping.

As a field-based outreach representative, your primary mission is to connect Migrant and Seasonal Farm workers (MSFWs) with the full range of services available at our Workforce Solutions offices.

• Promote Workforce Services:
  Act as a local ambassador for Workforce Solutions by proactively locating and engaging MSFWs in their communities to inform them of available job counseling, training, and support services.
• Facilitate Referrals:
  Perform initial needs assessments in the field and encourage MSFWs to visit a workforce center for personalized, one-on-one assistance with creating employment plans.
• Provide Direct Field Assistance:
  Offer on-the-spot help with completing applications, navigating , and understanding the process for accessing benefits and programs.
• Support Agricultural Employers:
  Promote the Agricultural Recruitment System (ARS) to local employers and assist them in connecting with Business Service Representatives in the Workforce Office.
• Facilitate Worker Protections:
  Educate farm workers on their rights and assist them in preparing and filing employment-related complaints (Form ETA-8429) for referral to enforcement agencies.
• Document Outreach
  
  Activities:
  
  Meticulously record all outreach contacts, referrals, and services provided in state reporting systems to ensure program effectiveness and compliance.
• Occasional travel to the state office in Austin is also required.

• Effectively disseminate information about the full range of workforce development services available to MSFWs.
• Deliver on-site, direct assistance to farm workers who are unable or hesitant to visit physical Workforce Solutions offices.
• Conduct initial intake interviews to identify client needs and facilitate effective referrals to a Workforce Solutions office for career planning.
• Provide direct assistance to job seekers with completing applications and preparing for their visit to a workforce center.
• Explain and administer the Wagner-Peyser Employment Service Complaint…