Temporary Workforce Consultant - Wolf Point
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- 25140319 Requisition #
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- Mar 06, 2025 Post Date
Note: Employees for the State of Montana must reside within Montana. This is a temporary position that will last no more than one year. All applications and required application documents must be submitted through the MT Careers site at: https://mtstatejobs.taleo.net/careersection/200/jobdetail.ftl?job=25140319&tz=GMT-07%3A00&tzname=America%2FDenver
MISSION STATEMENT:
Empowering all Montanans through work and opportunity.
DLI CORE VALUES:
- Responsiveness
- Respect
- Integrity
- Excellence
- Cohesiveness
It's about the people and the impact we make in our communities every day. We are proud of our open, team-based, supportive, and collaborative work environments. Learn more about DLI here.
Watch this short video to see why people love working for DLI: DLI Employee Testimonials
BENEFITS:
Being able to enjoy the quality of life in the beautiful state of Montana is one of the benefits you will love about this opportunity! Our mountains, waterways and open spaces provide not only beautiful scenery but year-round recreational opportunities including hiking, camping, biking, fishing, boating, hunting, skiing and snowmobiling. Montana boasts a high-quality education system and a variety of entertainment including fairs, rodeos, and theaters. Read more about our great state here.
See our other incredible benefits here. These are some of our benefits just to name a few:
- Work/life balance with hybrid schedules or partial telework may be available within the state of Montana.
- 38 paid days off a year including vacation, sick leave and holidays.
- Military leave: You’ll get up to 15 days of military leave with full pay.
- Longevity raises with continuous service, as well as any negotiated market increases and state statutory raises.
- Health, dental, vision, life insurance coverage, flexible spending accounts, EAP - click here to learn more.
- Free telehealth and access to free employee medical clinics through our medical plan - click here to learn more.
- Choice between two retirement plans with an employer contribution between 8.73% - 9.07% of your annual salary. A third optional 457(b) deferred compensation plan is also available. – Click here to learn more.
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness- Employment with the State of Montana may qualify you to receive loan forgiveness- click here to learn more!
- Career progression, training opportunities and room for professional growth.
- State employee discounts at various businesses across the state.
*This position may be covered by a Voluntary Employee Beneficiary Association (VEBA)
JOB DUTIES:
As a Temporary Workforce Consultant, you will:
- Work with clients to collaboratively develop and implement a job search plan to identify services and supports needed to choose, obtain, and maintain employment.
- Provide outcome-based, client specific services to diverse populations and cultures, with skill levels ranging from seasoned professionals to those new to the workforce to include veterans, persons with disabilities, justice involved, those with little formal education, homeless, and the senior population.
- Develop and strengthen clients’ job search skills such as building professional application materials and interviewing techniques and breaking down personal barriers to gainful employment.
- Provide customized business services for employers to address their needs in the area of worker recruitment & retention, employment law, economic trends and workforce solutions including human resource management practices.
- Build and maintain relationships with businesses, education, economic development and other community partners.
- Inspect facilities for compliance related to worker housing.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITES:
If you are the right person for this opportunity, you will have the following knowledge, skills or abilities:
- Skilled in using of a variety of computer software applications including Microsoft Office Suite, email, internet applications and program databases.
- Active listening – giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand, asking questions as appropriate and not interrupting.
- Ability to establish effective working relationships with clients, business partners and co-workers.
- Skilled in providing positive, outstanding customer service.
- Ability to adapt to a constantly changing environment.
- Skilled in solving problems and providing positive solutions.
- Knowledge of presentation and training techniques.
- Ability to work in a team environment and provide support to fellow team members.
- Skilled in coaching individuals toward their goals.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Your preparation for this opportunity could include a combination of relevant experiences including:
- Bachelor’s degree in a field such as personnel or business administration, counseling, education, or related field.
And - One year of directly related experience assessing and advising others in a variety of personal and professional issues such as employment, personnel, counseling, finance, education, human services or social work, or related area.
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- Five years of directly related qualifying experience.
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- Any combination of equivalent experience and education to successfully perform the essential functions of the position will be considered.
HOW TO APPLY FOR THIS OPPORTUNITY:
A complete state application is not required; however, you will need to initiate the application and attach the resume, cover letter or other required documents at time of application to be considered for this position. Resume will auto fill the application, but the application will not be scored or reviewed.
Failure to attach the cover letter and resume will result in your application being considered incomplete and will not be considered further. Materials submitted but not requested will not be considered in the selection process.
Tip: When attaching your resume, cover letter or other required documents you must mark the attachments as “RELEVANT” or we will be unable to view your documents.
Required application materials:
- Cover Letter - In your cover letter, describe how your education, knowledge, and skills have prepared you for this position.
- Resume - include all work experience you have held that would help you qualify for this position, including duties, dates of employment.
Only online applications will be accepted. By applying online, you can receive updates and monitor the status of your application.
All documents for Veteran or Disability preference must be received or date stamped by the closing date. You will receive an application confirmation email with instructions on acceptable preference documents and how to submit the documents.
If you need an accommodation with the application process, please contact the HR office.
