Employment Specialist / Career Coach

Department Information
THIS POSITION IS OPEN TO CURRENT RESIDENTS OF COLORADO ONLY
THIS ANNOUNCEMENT WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL 5:00 PM ON TUESDAY, MAY 16, 2023
This position will have remote and hybrid workplace options available but will still be required to report to the listed address at the discretion of the supervisor and based on business need.
The Department of Labor and Employment keeps Colorado strong and competitive. We connect workers with great jobs and assist those who have been injured on the job. We help people who are unemployed through no fault of their own by providing temporary wage replacement and we ensure fair labor practices. We provide an up-to-date and accurate picture of the economy that helps in decision making. And we protect the workplace – and Colorado communities – with a variety of consumer protection and safety programs.
This is a values-driven organization, committed to accountability, agility, collaboration, and respect.
We believe in outstanding customer service, an inclusive culture, continued process improvement and in our role as a trusted and strategic partner. Recognizing that knowledgeable employees drive our success, we are seeking dedicated individuals who exhibit our shared values and our passion for quality and excellence in all we do.
In addition to rewarding and meaningful work, we offer excellent benefits:

• Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including a PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus 401(k) and 457 plans
• Access to participate in employer-supported employee affinity spaces
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Paid life insurance
• Employer supplemented Health Savings Account
• Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible schedules, training and more
• Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information go to https://dhr.colorado.gov/dhr-resources/student-loan-forgiveness-programs
• RTD Eco-Pass Commuter Program
• Medical and dental health plans
• BenefitHub state employee discount program
• 11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave
• MotivateMe employee wellness program

Our agency website: Colorado Department of Labor and Employment
CDLE has implemented a pilot program on March 1st, 2022 which will award Disability Hiring Preference Points similar to the Veterans’ Preference Points program. During your application process you will be asked if you would like to be considered for either of these programs for additional points in the hiring process. To learn more about Disability Hiring Preference and what will be required to participate, please visit our website: https://sites.google.com/state.co.us/disability-hiring-preference/home
PLEASE NOTE: With the beginning of this program, CDLE will no longer accept attachments of any kind with applications. Please be as thorough as possible in documenting your education and work history in the application system. Attachments will not be accepted or considered during any phase of the hiring process including minimum qualification screening, comparative analysis, or interviews.
Description of Job
Salary Range
$1,780.62 - $2,592.92 Biweekly
$3,858.00 - $5,618.00 Monthly
$46,296.00 - $67,416.00 Annually
Are you a people person who finds fulfillment in helping others? This job may be the perfect fit for you! We are looking for a motivated, engaging, people-oriented professional to join our team. This position helps people discover their talent and passion, and connect with opportunities to build skills. You will provide case management and job training services that enable a person to develop the skills necessary to find and keep a great job.
This position also works closely with community agencies (e.g. human services) as well as area employers, to help businesses meet their talent needs. Familiarity with the local labor market, a desire to help others and work independently, and attention to detail are the key skills for this role.
About This Work Unit
To ensure every Colorado business has access to a skilled workforce and every Coloradan has access to meaningful employment, resulting in statewide economic vitality. This is accomplished by providing services tied to programs funded under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunities Act (WIOA), Wagner-Peyser, Trade Adjustment Act (TAA), and grants in the Colorado Rural Workforce Consortium. It provides employment services including labor exchange; and referral of applicants to job openings and placement assistance and addresses employability barriers, delivers quality services to program candidates, businesses, and the community. The unit fosters partnerships with educational institutions and other community organizations to provide a network of support services to ensure Colorado has a qualified and relevant workforce.
About This Position
This position is an Employment Specialist I. The position works with all populations of job seeking candidates, including harder-to-serve individuals and people from a variety of different socio-economic and professional backgrounds. The goal: to provide intensive case management services and support that helps individuals overcome barriers to their career choice. This position also provides a broad array of workforce services to business and works with partners and stakeholders for the benefit of the community.
An Employment Specialist interprets federal regulations and delivers services based on state program guidance, policies, and procedures.
By providing case management and job training services such as assessment of skills using both formal and informal tools; career guidance, support and followup; access to workforce center resources; and connection to community resources, job seeker customers are better equipped to achieve their career and personal economic goals. In providing workforce center services to business such as job postings, candidate searches, workforce related information and key linkages - our businesses are supported. The convergence of job seeker services and services to business facilitated by the Workforce Center Employment Specialist helps to support and advance a robust local economy.
This position will deliver WIOA program services in the 5 counties in the Southwest sub-area This position will work primarily out of the Cortez WFC but will also serve clients in Durango
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions Of Employment & Appeal Rights
Substitutions
Additional appropriate experience will substitute for the degree requirement on a year-for-year basis.
Additional appropriate education will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in a field of study related to the work assignment.
AND
Six months of professional experience in an occupational field related to the work assigned to the position
Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience with career guidance and training (for example a college guidance counselor, experience with career services or within Workforce Development Programs),
• Familiarity with the local labor market,
• Passion for helping people,
• Bilingual in both English and Spanish.

Required Competencies:

• Customer service excellence, relationship management, and de-escalation techniques.
• Case management experience for hard-to-serve populations,
• Must be able to read, interpret and apply local, state and federal program guidance.
• Expert in business writing and public speaking.
• Computer familiarity including the ability to type and enter data, navigate among various computer applications, print and scan documents, proficient in using Microsoft Word, and Google Suite (Google Docs, Sheets, Drive)

Conditions Of Employment

• You must pass a thorough background check prior to employment which will include the E-Verify process.
• Must be a Colorado resident at time of application.

Appeal Rights
If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director.
An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative. This form must be delivered to the State Personnel Board by email ([email protected]), postmarked in US Mail or hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203), or faxed (303.866.5038) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the department’s action.
For more information about the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it to the State Personnel Board; go to spb.colorado.gov; contact the State Personnel Board for assistance at (303) 866-3300; or refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov under Rules.
Supplemental Information
For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact:[email protected]
Minimum Qualification Screening
A Human Resources Analyst will only review the work experience/job duties sections of the online job application to determine whether you meet the minimum qualifications for the position for which you are applying. Cover letters and resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of the official State of Colorado online application, CDLE does not accept attachments of any kind during the application process. Part-time work experience will be prorated.
Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications to continue in the selection process for this position. Work experience and qualifications must be specifically documented on your online application. Do not use "see resume" or "see attached" statements on your application. CDLE does not accept attachments of any kind during the application process.
Comparative Analysis Process – Structured Application Review
After minimum qualification screening, the comparative analysis process for this position will involve a review and rating of all the information you submit with your application materials. Therefore, it is extremely important to document in the work experience/job duties portion of your online application the extent to which you possess the education, experience, minimum qualifications, and preferred qualifications as outlined in the job announcement. It is also important to thoroughly answer all supplemental questions (if listed) as your answers to these questions will be evaluated during this phase.
Supplemental Questions
Answer the supplemental questions on the application completely and thoughtfully. Your answers may be rated based on your writing ability (spelling, grammar, and clarity of your writing) as well as the content of your answer.
THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MAY BE USED TO FILL MULTIPLE VACANCIES
The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.
The Colorado Department of Labor and Employment is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA Coordinator, Jay Wilson, at [email protected]. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. For all other inquiries about this recruitment effort, please call 303-318-8200.