Texas Veterans Commission · 5 hours ago
TVC - Veterans Employer Liaison (Veterans Services Representative I)
Lufkin, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
2+ years expThe Texas Veterans Commission is dedicated to serving veterans and their families, and they are seeking a Veterans Employer Liaison to advocate for veterans' employment and training opportunities. The role involves conducting outreach to employers, developing partnerships, and facilitating veteran access to workforce development programs.
Employee BenefitsGovernmentProfessional Services
Responsibilities
Conduct outreach to employers, organizations, and other service providers to promote Veterans employment goals and objectives and to assist Veterans in gaining employment
Develop and maintain partnerships with business organizations, employers, labor unions, and Veterans’ service organizations
Facilitate Veteran employment by coordinating and collaborating with Workforce partners to include Workforce Business Services Units to ensure optimum employment and training opportunities for Veterans
Analyze labor market information for employment trends and develop strategic initiatives and regional plans for effective employer recruitment strategies
Coordinate with Veteran Career Advisors and partner staff to provide job opportunities to specific Veterans
Review and analyze Veteran qualifications to ensure they meet the requirements for employer’s job opportunities
Plan and participate in job and career fairs
Make presentations to employers and other groups to promote Veteran services
Conduct seminars for employers and job search workshops with employers
Promote credentialing and licensing opportunities for Veterans
Review and report on the Workforce services provided to Veterans and recommend strategies, solutions, or corrective action when required
Provide training and technical assistance to staff administering services to Veterans; prepare quarterly reports
Enter and retrieve information to/from computer systems (WorkinTexas.com, TWIST, or other electronic databases, etc.)
General personal computer, Microsoft Windows and Microsoft office and internet research experience preferred
Travel may be required at least 10% of the time for work-related functions
Work Hours Other Than 8-5 May Be Required
Performs related work as assigned
Qualification
Required
Associates degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in business, human resources, marketing, social work, or a related field
Two years of experience in Human Resources, Recruiting, or Marketing
Applicants must be a Veteran who served on active duty for a period of more than 180 days and was discharged/released with honorable, under honorable conditions, or general (under honorable conditions); OR a Veteran who was discharged/released from active duty because of a service-connected disability
A DD form 214 (member 1 copy not acceptable), NA Form 13038, or a VA Summary Benefits Letter must be attached to the application or provided prior to an interview being extended
A valid Texas Driver's License must be provided within 90 days of hire
Complete job histories, which includes job title, dates of employment, name of employer, supervisor's name and phone number, and a description of duties performed
College transcripts, licenses, certifications, etc. must be provided before an interview can be extended
A PowerPoint presentation is required at the time of the interview
Preferred
Experience in developing marketing strategies or recruiting activities that promotes the hiring of applicants by employers
Experience developing and delivering presentations to groups, conducting seminars, or participating in job fairs
Experience with Microsoft Office, Windows, and the Internet
Experience with Public Relations, And Communication Skills
Experience working in a team environment that is process-oriented and deadline-driven
Experience managing multiple, competing priorities, while delivering exceptional service
Experience with an Applicant Tracking Systems
General personal computer, Microsoft Windows and Microsoft office and internet research experience preferred
Company
Texas Veterans Commission
Texas Veterans Commission provides claims services to help veterans, dependents, and survivors with disability benefits and rights.
201-500 employees
Funding
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Steven McKee
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