Employment Specialist

Job Description

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Job ID: 33915
Agency: Department of Labor & Regulation
Location: Statewide out of any DLR Job Services Office - https://dlr.sd.gov/localoffices/location.aspx
Salary: $22.98/hr.
Pay Grade: H
Closing Date: 12/05/2025

Employment Specialists for the RESTART team counsel program participants, implement job development and training opportunities for participants including individuals with disabilities or participants with barriers to employment by providing them with individualized case management, establishing and determining plan compliance, and initiating and supporting actions to aid individuals or families to become more self- supporting.

Provides assessments, training site and job development, placement, work direction, coaching and support services, and counseling for individuals in need of specialized placement services and/or individuals seeking and/or receiving assistance from the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), Reemployment Services (RES), and other partner programs which strengthen families and promote employment.

Regular contact with participants to monitor and share information, work with participants to determine, and provide services, work with other state and local agencies to coordinate services, work with employers and other community partners to obtain support and services for participants and contact with a variety of training providers.

This is a full-time (40 hours per week) position with the Department of Labor & Regulation. To learn more about WIOA please visit https://dlr.sd.gov/workforce_services/wioa/default.aspx .

What we offer to you beyond the paycheck:

• Health Insurance ($0 employee-only premium option)
• Well-Being Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Basic Life Insurance Coverage (free to employees)
• Membership in the South Dakota Retirement System
• Vacation Leave (15 paid vacation days per year)
• Sick Leave (14 paid sick days)
• Paid Family Leave (40 hours per week for twelve weeks for qualifying life events)
• Military Leave (15 paid days per calendar year)
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Longevity Pay

Licenses and Certifications:

NCRC Silver

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• proficiency in computer applications and virtual communication platforms;
• strong communication, interpersonal and organizational skills; and
• ability to establish rapport with individuals coming from diverse backgrounds.

Knowledge of:

• interviewing, case management, and counseling techniques;
• community resources and various support services available in the local community; and
• customer service skills and motivational techniques.

Ability to:

• maintain accurate records and assure case notes are entered in a timely manner;
• maintain effective communication with participants, co-workers, partner agencies;
• gather information based on customer interests and abilities, work history, education, etc. to identify employment or training goals; and
• work with customers who may have barriers to employment.

Additional Requirements: To be considered, please attach your cover letter and resume.

This position is eligible for Veterans' Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.

NCRC: If you possess a National Career Readiness Certificate, please submit the certificate with your application. For more information on how to acquire a National Career Readiness Certificate contact a South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation Job Service Office. A certificate is not necessary to be considered.

The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.

The State of South Dakota offers $0 premium employee health insurance option plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information here . This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.

Must apply online: https://gen-stateofsouthdako-trn.inforcloudsuite.com/hcm/xmlhttp/shorturl.do?key=2WV
You must apply online, emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted.
South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources
Telephone: 605.773.3148 Email: careers@state.sd.us
http://bhr.sd.gov/workforus
"An Equal Opportunity Employer"

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