Reemployment Coordinator - Veterans' Representative

Job Description

Are you ready to make a difference in the lives of Nebraska’s veterans? If you are a veteran of military service, join the Nebraska Department of Labor in connecting veterans to employment success as a Reemployment Coordinator – Disabled Veterans’ Outreach Program (DVOP) Specialist. You will help create opportunities for veterans by providing individualized career services, coordinating with community partners, and assisting veteran job seekers in overcoming barriers to employment.

We are looking for an individual who has a strong desire to help others, enjoys daily variety, and can provide professional customer service in a fast-paced environment. If this sounds like you, apply today!

Applicants must be a veteran of military service and need to submit a DD214 form and other necessary paperwork to the application.

• 13 paid holidays
• Vacation and sick leave that begin accruing immediately
• Military leave
• 156% state‑matched retirement
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• 79% employer‑paid health insurance plans
• Dental and vision insurance plans
• Employer‑paid $20,000 life insurance policy
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program through the federal government
• Wide variety and availability of career advancement as the largest and most diverse employer in the State
• Opportunity to be part of meaningful work and make a difference through public service
• Training and development based on your career aspirations
• Supportive and inviting teammates
• A safe and secure work environment

• Provide individualized career services to eligible veterans, including assessments, career guidance, resume assistance, interview preparation, employment planning, and referrals to supportive resources.
• Develop, maintain, and update Individual Employment Plans to assist veterans in overcoming significant barriers to employment and achieving employment goals.
• Conduct outreach to locate and engage veterans with barriers to employment through community partners, correctional facilities, shelters, stand‑downs, veterans organizations, and other veteran‑serving or community‑based entities.
• Coordinate services with community partners, training providers, educational institutions, and internal NDOL programs to support veteran employment and reemployment outcomes.
• Screen veterans for appropriate services and eligibility under Jobs for Veterans State Grant requirements and provide referrals to partner programs and supportive services when applicable.
• Perform case management and provide job seeker assistance, including employment assessments, career planning, referrals, follow‑up, and documentation of services provided.
• Research and provide referrals to appropriate employment, training, reemployment, partner, VA, and other veteran‑supportive services, as applicable.
• Assist veteran job seekers with job search activities, registration, job referrals, employment planning, and follow‑up.
• Plan, implement, and present workshops and informational sessions relevant to veteran job seeker needs.
• Present information at job fairs, hiring events, community meetings, transition events, and other outreach activities to promote veteran workforce services.
• Perform data entry and retrieval activities for various programs as necessary.
• Maintain accurate documentation, case notes, and service records in NEworks and follow agency policies, procedures, JVSG guidance, and required program guidelines.
• Participate in advisory boards, committees, community organizations, and workforce‑related activities that support services to veterans.

Location:

Omaha Job Center, 5752 Ames Avenue, Omaha, NE (On‑Site)

Work Schedule:

8:00 AM – 5:00 PM;
Monday – Friday

• Post high school coursework or training in social/behavioral sciences, counseling, business, public administration, education, marketing, or a related field; or experience in client development and case management including interviewing, research, and direct customer service.

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, behavioral science, business administration, communication, education, marketing, or a related field.
• Experience…