Business Services Specialist

Job

Agency:
Department of Labor & Regulation

Location:

Pierre, SD Salary: $22.98/hr Pay Grade: H Closing Date: 1/23/2026

Full‑time, 40 hours per week, Business Services Specialist in the Department of Labor & Regulation (DLR). The Specialist works with businesses, local economic development offices, chambers, and other entities to address workforce challenges, recruit and retain talent, and connect employers with DLR services.

• Share information about DLR services and connect employers with resources.
• Organize local and statewide hiring events.
• Assist with the Workforce Knowledge Series.
• Promote and market virtual workshops.
• Facilitate Rapid Response Events.
• Build trusting connections with local chambers and economic development groups.
• Develop partnerships to connect employers with job seekers using DLR services.
• Coordinate services with other state and local agencies.
• Stay informed on labor market information, training opportunities, and education facilities to advise employers.
• Operate within SDWORKS:
  Employer Accounts, Services, Case Notes.
• Conduct H2A Job Orders and housing inspections.
• Assist with the Migrant Seasonal Farm worker Outreach program.
• Travel to cover assigned territory and conduct housing inspections for the Foreign Labor Certification program.

The ideal candidate is a self‑starter who is comfortable public speaking, organized, effective at communicating, and able to network and build relationships.

• Comfortable expressing excitement or concerns.
• Trusts the team, remains positive, and values team input.
• Takes initiative and attends job fairs.
• Verifies business accounts in SDWORKS.
• Plans and hosts Workforce Knowledge Series events.
• Provides information about business services and develops relationships.

• Knowledge of SD Department of Labor and Regulation services and programs.
• Business recruiting practices and human resource expertise.
• Federal and state labor laws.
• Customer service methods to employers.
• Workforce training strategies.
• Interview, placement, and counseling techniques.
• Community resources and support services.
• Federal Bonding Program.

• Research employer openings and employment needs.
• Assist employers in accessing the job database and coach usage.
• Advise employers on labor laws and refer to appropriate departments.
• Perform public relations duties as a DLR representative.
• Conduct outreach to job seekers to obtain a qualified applicant pool.
• Use computers and office software.
• Communicate clearly and concisely.
• Develop and maintain relationships with stakeholders.
• Work independently and as a team player.
• Multitask and prob for critical information.
• Maintain accurate records.

Attach cover letter and resume. Veteran preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08. National Career Readiness Certificate is optional.

• Travel required to conduct housing inspections.
• Eligibility for $0 premium employee health insurance, 11 paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, retirement benefits (Class A under SDRS).

Must apply online: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). E‑mail resumes not accepted.

An Equal Opportunity Employer.