About this opportunity
Georgia Department of Public Health lists this DOL Services Specialist opportunity in tifton, Georgia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
DOL Services Specialist
The Georgia Department of Labor is currently seeking qualified applicants to be considered for DOL Services Specialist position at the Tifton Career Center in Tifton, GA.
Job Summary
The Georgia Department of Labor (GDOL) is transforming into a forward thinking, future-focused, and resilient organization — one that anticipates change and leads with purpose. As part of this transformation, we are building a more connected and collaborative organization where information flows quickly, awareness is shared, and teams seamlessly work together. This modern, adaptive approach strengthens our ability to respond to emerging needs, serve the public more effectively, and create meaningful impact. Join us and be part of GDOL's mission-driven team shaping the future.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
Conducts interviews with job, program or unemployment applicants to obtain the information needed to provide services.
Demonstrates the use of job listings to assist clients with skill building.
Develops, conducts, and/or coordinates workshops and presentations to applicants on job readiness or the most current job search techniques.
Establishes and maintains professional working relationships with local employers to develop opportunities for clients.
Evaluates application information and determines initial or ongoing program eligibility.
Performs job counseling with applicants to identify their abilities, needs, interests, and values in relation to job and career opportunities.
Provides career development and assessment services to clients for the purpose of matching their application skill sets to vacancies.
Refers applicants to services such as counseling, literacy or language instruction, transportation assistance, and childcare.
Receives additional training, as required, to gain full proficiency and experience in all areas.
Required Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED and two years of related experience or associate's degree.
Preferred Qualifications:
Completion of an undergraduate degree from an accredited 4-year college or university, knowledge of DOL rules/regulations.
Experience providing reemployment or training services under federally funded programs.
Minimum one year customer service experience.
Why You Should Apply
The State of Georgia and Georgia Department of Labor offers a generous benefit program with a wide variety of available choices:
Retirement and Savings Plans
Health Insurance (multiple plans)
Flexible / Voluntary Benefits
Flexible Spending Accounts (healthcare and dependent care)
Dental
Vision
Life
Disability
Long Term Care
Legal
Paid Time Off
13 Holidays
Annual Leave
Sick Leave
Other Leave, including Parental Leave
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Discounts
Employee Purchasing Program
Additional Information:
In addition to a competitive salary, the Georgia Department of Labor offers a generous benefits package, which includes employee retirement plan; paid holidays annually; vacation and sick leave; health, dental, vision, legal, disability, accidental death and dismemberment, health and childcare spending account.
The Georgia Department of Labor is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, genetic information, disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam Era, or citizenship status (except in those circumstances permitted or mandated by law).
Because of the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification. This posting may close at any time prior to the posted close date, once a suitable applicant pool is identified.
Please complete the application in its entirety. Your attached resume does not replace an incomplete work experience submission.
Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma/GED and two (2) years of job-related experience.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.
Worksite address
tifton, GA, 31794, US
Who can apply
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