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State of South Dakota · 1 day ago

Business Services Specialist

Pierre, SD

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$22.98/hr - $22.98/hr

The State of South Dakota is seeking a Business Services Specialist to join the Department of Labor & Regulation. This role involves connecting businesses with various services, understanding workforce challenges, and assisting in workforce recruitment and retention efforts.

Government

No H1B

Responsibilities

Share information about our 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 our services

Work with other state and local agencies to coordinate services

Be familiar with labor market information, training opportunities, and education facilities to help employers make informed decisions and maintain a skilled workforce

Be comfortable operating within SDWORKS: Employer Accounts, Services, Case Notes

Conduct H2A Job Orders and housing inspections

Assist with the Migrant Seasonal Farmworker Outreach program

Attend job fairs

Verify business accounts in SDWORKS

Determine and host Workforce Knowledge Series events

Provide information about business services

Develop business relationships

Qualification

Labor market informationBusiness recruiting practicesFederalState Labor LawsCustomer service methodsWorkforce training strategiesPublic speakingNetworkingMultitaskingEffective communicationOrganizational skills

Required

Knowledge of South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation services and programs

Knowledge of business recruiting practices and human resource related areas of expertise

Knowledge of Federal and State Labor Laws

Knowledge of customer service methods to employers

Knowledge of workforce training strategies

Knowledge of interview, placement, and counseling techniques

Knowledge of community resources and support services

Knowledge of Federal Bonding Program

Ability to research area openings, new employers and upcoming employment needs through websites, publications, social media, and other avenues that lead to reaching out to employers

Ability to assist employers in accessing our job database and coach them on how to use our database to have a positive experience

Ability to advise and inform employers of state and federal labor laws and refer them to the proper department when necessary

Ability to perform public relations duties as a representative of DLR through attendance at community and campus events, Chamber of Commerce activities, ribbon cuttings and local community job fairs

Ability to conduct outreach to existing and new job seekers (students and graduates) to obtain a qualified applicant pool within the SDWORKS data base

Ability to use a computer and typical office equipment and software

Ability to communicate information clearly and concisely

Ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with coworkers, job applicants, employers, and representatives of public and private agencies

Ability to work independently, and as a team player

Ability to multitask

Ability to probe for critical information

Ability to maintain accurate records