Principal Employment & Training Interviewer

Position: PRINCIPAL EMPLOYMENT & TRAINING INTERVIEWER
## PRINCIPAL EMPLOYMENT & TRAINING INTERVIEWERApplylocations:
Public Service Office Woonsockettime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todaytime left to apply:
End Date:
August 22, 2026 (9 days left to apply) job requisition :
JR103599#
** Department
* * Department of Labor And Training#
** Division
* * Social/Human Services#
** Salary**$61,474.00 - $70,632.00#
** Job Profile
** JC-- Principal Employment and Training Interviewer (RIESA LOCAL 401 DLT)#
** Scheduled Work Days & Work Hours
*
* NOTE:

The primary work location for this position will be**: 219 Pond Street Woonsocket, RI 02895.
** However, the position could be temporarily assigned to either of the remaining two local career centers at
** 50 Sims Ave Providence, RI 02909
** or
** 1330 Main St. West Warwick, RI 02893,
** if the need arises.
** Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 3:30 PM.
**** Position is within the Department of Labor and Training/Workforce Development Services.
**** Standard 35.0 hours.
**** Restricted/Limited to the leave of the prior incumbent.**#
** Job

Requisition Number
** JR103599 PRINCIPAL EMPLOYMENT & TRAINING INTERVIEWER (Open)#
** Pay Grade
** C00324 A#
** Classification
* * Principal Employment and Training Interviewer#
** Class Definition
**** GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:
** To provide employment counseling to clients experiencing difficulty with vocational change, choice or adjustment; to provide clients with assistance in formulating vocational goals and/or plans directed toward employment or training; to administer, score and interpret agency tests during the vocational counseling process; to assist the income support unit in resolving the more complex unemployment insurance and temporary disability insurance disputed claims;

and to do related work as required.
** SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
** Works under the general supervision; work is reviewed upon completion to ensure conformance with regulations, policies, procedures, and standards.
** SUPERVISION EXERCISED:
** Trains, guides and/or directs other technical and clerical staff.
** ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED:
*** To provide employment counseling to clients requiring professional assistance with employment or training-related problems or concerns.
* To provide assistance and training as required to clients in the use of web-based platforms for employment and training opportunities.
* To provide advice and make recommendations to assist clients in overcoming a variety of barriers to employment.
* To assist the income support unit in resolving the more complex disputed claims regarding eligibility for unemployment insurance and temporary disability insurance.
* To conduct workshops to provide exploratory guidance to applicants in the area of vocational employment and training.
* To participate in special interviews and investigations for the purpose of resolving complex issues relating to appeals, labor disputes and medical certifications.
* To prepare reports on results of fact-finding interviews and investigations.
* To interpret findings and results of interest and occupational aptitude and other tests to determine applicants’ capabilities and employment potential.
* To develop individualized plans for clients entering employment and training programs.
* To provide guidance and training to staff.
* To do related work as required.
** REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS FOR APPOINTMENT:
**** KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS AND CAPACITIES:
** Knowledge of The Rhode Island Employment Security and Temporary Disability Insurance Acts; knowledge of state labor laws; a familiarity with occupations and occupational requirements; a working knowledge of English grammar; a working knowledge of routine office practices; a working knowledge of testing practices; a familiarity with counseling and interviewing techniques and processes; a familiarity with employment conditions of state industries and businesses the ability to interpret test results;

the ability to gather facts; demonstrated technological proficiency including computer operating systems, data management systems and virtual/cloud based interview and meeting platforms; the ability to write clear statements; the ability to conduct effective interviews;; and related…