TVC - Veterans Liaison; Veterans Services Representative

Overview

General Description:

Serves as a vital member of the Veterans Employment Services team by advocating for Veterans’ employment and training opportunities with business, industry, and community-based organizations. The Veterans Employer Liaison (VEL) disseminates information regarding employment and training programs and facilitates Veteran access to all workforce development programs and services.

To promote a strong environment, TVC maintains a telework policy. Telework is decided by the division and contingent on performance. Telework is not a contract of employment and if granted may be terminated at any time and for any reason without notice.

• Conduct outreach to employers, organizations, and other service providers to promote Veterans employment goals and objectives and to assist Veterans in gaining employment.
• Develop and maintain partnerships with business organizations, employers, labor unions, and Veterans’ service organizations.
• Facilitate Veteran employment by coordinating and collaborating with Workforce partners to include Workforce Business Services Units to ensure optimum employment and training opportunities for Veterans.
• Analyze labor market information for employment trends and develop strategic initiatives and regional plans for effective employer recruitment strategies.
• Coordinate with Veteran Career Advisors and partner staff to provide job opportunities to specific Veterans.
• Review and analyze Veteran qualifications to ensure they meet the requirements for employer’s job opportunities.
• Plan and participate in job and career fairs.
• Make presentations to employers and other groups to promote Veteran services.
• Conduct seminars for employers and job search workshops with employers.
• Promote credentialing and licensing opportunities for Veterans.
• Review and report on the Workforce services provided to Veterans and recommend strategies, solutions, or corrective action when required.
• Provide training and technical assistance to staff administering services to Veterans; prepare quarterly reports.
• Enter and retrieve information to/from computer systems (, TWIST, or other electronic databases, etc.).
• General personal computer, Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office and internet research experience preferred.
• Travel may be required at least 10% of the time for work-related functions.
• Work Hours Other Than 8-5 May Be Required.
• Performs related work as assigned.

Military Crosswalk information: http://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Crosswalk/.pdf

• Minimum Education:
  
  Associates degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in business, human resources, marketing, social work, or a related field. Experience may be substituted for education on a year-by-year basis. College Transcripts are required and must be provided before an interview can be extended, it is preferred they be attached to the application.
• Minimum Experience:
  
  Two years of experience in Human Resources, Recruiting, or Marketing.
• NOTE:
  
  Applicants must be a Veteran who served on active duty for a period of more than 180 days and was discharged/released with honorable, under honorable conditions, or general (under honorable conditions); OR a Veteran who was discharged/released from active duty because of a service-connected disability. To demonstrate qualification, a DD form 214 (member 1 copy not acceptable), NA Form 13038, or a VA Summary Benefits Letter must be attached to the application or provided prior to an interview being extended.
• Additional Requirements:
  
  A valid Texas Driver’s License must be provided within 90 days of hire.
• Preferred Experience and
  
  Qualification:
  
  Experience in developing marketing strategies or recruiting activities that promote the hiring of applicants by employers.
• Experience developing and delivering presentations to groups, conducting seminars, or participating in job fairs.
• Experience with Microsoft Office, Windows, and the Internet.
• Experience with Public Relations and Communication Skills.
• Experience working in a team environment that is process-oriented and deadline-driven.
• Experience managing multiple, competing priorities,…