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JOB ANNOUNCEMENT: Career Advisor in Lake Village

Location: Lake Village AR Workforce Center - FULL-TIME

Summary of Job Duties:

Provide direct customer service to applicants by interviewing and collecting eligibility documents from interested parties for appropriate employment and training services.
Perform case management duties by documenting and tracking services and activities provided to program participants using a computer software management information system
Develop Individual Employment Plans and Individual Service Strategies for Youth, Adults and Dislocated Workers
based on participant’s needs.
Assist participants with enrolling in adult education, college, vocational training, apprenticeships, and other opportunities that lead to placements in substantial employment.
Work closely with institutions of learning and partner agencies to refer clients for appropriate services.

Minimum Requirements:

Formal equivalent of a bachelor’s degree in public administration, social work, business, human services or related field from an accredited college or university.
Must be proficient in using Windows and Microsoft Office software including: Word, Excel, and Outlook. The ability to effectively maneuver through electronic management information systems assigned to the program.
Must have the ability to be self-sufficient and work with little supervision, but with high ethical standards. Ability to
manage one’s time efficiently to meet project goals, performance measures and engage participants in services.
Must have excellent written and oral communication skills.
Must have reliable transportation and be willing to travel occasionally.

No phone calls please.

Please send cover letter and resume’ to: Payton Burgess, Director of Finance & Administration – SEAEDD, Inc. Arkansas Workforce Centers of Southeast Arkansas Via email to: pburgess@southeastarkansas.org

SEAEDD, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT: Career Advisor in Pine Bluff

Location: Pine Bluff AR Workforce Center - FULL-TIME

Summary of Job Duties:

Provide direct customer service to applicants by interviewing and collecting eligibility documents from interested parties for appropriate employment and training services.
Perform case management duties by documenting and tracking services and activities provided to program participants using a computer software management information system
Develop Individual Employment Plans and Individual Service Strategies for Youth, Adults and Dislocated Workers based on participant’s needs.
Assist participants with enrolling in adult education, college, vocational training, apprenticeships, and other opportunities that lead to placements in substantial employment.
Work closely with institutions of learning and partner agencies to refer clients for appropriate services.

Minimum Requirements:

Formal equivalent of a bachelor’s degree in public administration, social work, business, human services or related field from an accredited college or university.
Must be proficient in using Windows and Microsoft Office software including: Word, Excel, and Outlook. The ability to effectively maneuver through electronic management information systems assigned to the program.
Must have the ability to be self-sufficient and work with little supervision, but with high ethical standards. Ability to manage one’s time efficiently to meet project goals, performance measures and engage participants in services.
Must have excellent written and oral communication skills.
Must have reliable transportation and be willing to travel occasionally.

No phone calls please.

SEAEDD, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT: WIOA Operations Specialist

LOCATION: SEAEDD Administrative Office
721 S Walnut St., Pine Bluff, AR 71601

SUPERVISOR: WIOA Director

CLASSIFICATION: Full Time, Non-Exempt

DESCRIPTION:
The WIOA Board & Eligible Provider Specialist shall be responsible for playing a large role in the implementation and preservation of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity (WIOA) Act within the Southeast Arkansas District. The person filling the position must work with minimum supervision and work with the Director of Workforce Development to assure that all components of the WIOA Board meet the requirements as established in the WIOA Law and regulations and as set forth by the SEAWDB.

RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES:

WIOA Board Member recruitment to ensure that all open positions are filled and in compliance.
WIOA Board Mailouts for monthly/bimonthly meetings.
New WIOA Board Member orientation and Board Member file management.
Help facilitate board meetings including but not limited to setting up locations, catering, speakers and zoom calls.
Backup for meeting minutes
Special Committee and WIOA Board Member backups as needed.
Organize special call/meetings for WIOA Board.
Responsible for provider recruitment, enrollment, and management including AJL Provider
Link, Provider performance updates, and new Provider set up.
Manage Work Experience Program.
All other duties assigned.

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS:

Formal Equivalent of a Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Public Administration, Human Resources, Social Work, or related field from an accredited College or University. Relevant and related work experience may be substituted.
Two years of experience in a supervisory and leadership capacity.
Self-Ability to manage one’s time efficiently to meet deadlines, problem-solve and be self-sufficient while working with little supervision, but with high ethical standards.
Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.
An advanced skill set in word processing, communications, preparation of reports, data entry and other administrative skills.
Excellent communication skills – written and verbal.
Extremely organized and detail oriented, ability to prioritize projects, multi-task, strong problem- solving skills and good research skills.
Proficiency in understanding protocol while communicating with colleagues, partners and leaders in the community.
Knowledge of general business operations.
Skilled and proficient in spelling, word processing, filing, punctuation and basic bookkeeping practices.
Use of proper grammar and telephone etiquette.
A dynamic, positive self-starter who is able to work autonomously.
Ability to critically think and take initiative.
Ability to handle multiple projects with the understanding of urgency in meeting impending deadlines.
Ability to operate office machines and equipment.
Knowledge of computer programs Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel & PowerPoint, etc.
Must possess a valid Arkansas driver’s license and automobile insurance.

SPECIAL WORK CONDITIONS:
Ability to operate a motor vehicle and travel in state.

GET IN TOUCH

Southeast Arkansas Economic Development District

Physical Address
721 S. Walnut Street
Pine Bluff, AR 71601

Mailing Address
P.O. Box 6806
Pine Bluff, AR 71611

admin@southeastarkansas.org

Telephone
Tel. 870-536-1971