Workforce Development Specialist

Richard Machesky Ed.D. Administration Building

Superintendent of Schools 4400 Livernois
Troy, MI 48098

Position: Workforce Development Specialist – Michigan Works

Location: Oakland County Michigan Works! Troy

Reports to: Program Coordinator

Salary Range: $41,612 – $54,294

Posting Date: January 24, 2024

Deadline Date: February 21, 2024

Starting Date: Immediate/ASAP

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required with a major in human services, counseling, social work, psychology, human resources or

• Knowledge of applicable federal and state regulations with respect to employment and training programs and/or career

• Knowledge of Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), Trade (TAA) and/or PATH (Partnership. Accountability.

• Working knowledge of the One-Stop Management Information System (OSMIS) preferred

• Demonstrated skills in oral and written communication along with strong organizational skills

• Proven ability to establish good rapport with adults

• Experience working with education, community, public and non-profit organizations

• Demonstrated skill in use of Microsoft products (Excel, Word)

• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent and his/her designee may find appropriate
  

Job Duties:

• Provide excellent customer service to clients and partners

• Provide career planning and case management services to clients participating in workforce activities

• Schedule and facilitate program orientations and intakes, and accurately collect all program required documentation

• Assess client skills utilizing required basic skill assessments and compatibility tests

• Process all program required documentation and maintain accurate and complete case notes as required by state and

• Prepare clients for job readiness through career planning, job search assistance, resume writing, mock interviews and soft

• Supervise job search and provision of training

• Achieve all performance standards, requirements and measures

• Attend all required meetings with partners and Oakland County Michigan Works! staff

• Understanding and awareness of community partners and resources for necessary referrals

• Other duties as assigned
  

Method of Application:

All interested applicants apply at: https://www.applitrack.com/troy/onlineapp/ .

Please upload your letter of interest, resume, letter(s) of recommendation, transcripts, and other pertinent data directly to your

Applitrack application. Please do not fax, email or send applications directly to the District. Questions regarding your application

process should be directed to the Assistant Superintendent of Employee Services/Troy School District.

Nondiscrimination:

In compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the

Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, it is the policy of

the Troy School District that no person shall, on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, gender, age, disability,

height, weight, or marital status be illegally excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to

discrimination during any program, activity, or service or in employment. In accordance with Federal regulations, Troy School

District has a Title VI, Title IX, Section 504/ADA, and Age Discrimination Act Coordinator. Any questions, suggestions, or complaints

for administering the nondiscrimination grievance procedure should be directed to the Assistant Superintendent of Employee

Services/Troy School District.

An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer/Program. Aids and auxiliary services are available upon request to individuals

with disabilities.