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Are you interested in advancing your career in a leadership role while providing valuable services to your fellow Pennsylvanians? If so, the Department of Labor & Industry, Bureau of Workforce Partnership and Operations (BWPO) Eastern Regional Office is looking for an Employment Security Manager 2 to join the team! This position performs managerial work in the implementation of policy, procedure, and strategic goals for the operation of the workforce development system, including the PA CareerLink® centers within one of six statewide regions. Oversee the planning, direction, organization, and supervision of a full range of workforce development, employment, and training services for jobseekers and employers within the Commonwealth.
The office location will be selected by the chosen candidate in one of the following PA CareerLink® Offices: Carbon, Monroe, Hazleton, Wilkes-Barre, Scranton, Pottsville, Towanda or Wellsboro. Apply today!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
As an Employment Security Manager 2, you will provide guidance and direction to PA CareerLink® offices in the Eastern region through written and oral communication, conferences, meetings, and email. You will collaborate with PA CareerLink® administrators and program supervisors to establish priorities, plan workloads, and meet performance goals within staffing and budget allocations. Oversee personnel activity, including requesting/justifying positions and submitting all required documentation for hiring and participate in the selection process for PA CareerLink® administrators, program supervisors, and other staff as needed. This role also involves conducting employee performance reviews of subordinate staff.
We are looking for someone who possesses excellent interpersonal skills which will allow you to serve as a liaison between the state workforce development system and industry partnerships. You will strive to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other governmental agencies, community and faith-based organizations, and workforce and economic development organizations to promote cooperative opportunities and partnerships.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
- Full-time employment
- Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
- The selected candidate may choose to report to one of the following PA CareerLink offices: Carbon, Monroe, Hazleton, Wilkes-Barre, Scranton, Pottsville, Towanda or Wellsboro.
- Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the nearest headquarters office.
- Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
- You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
- One year of experience as an Employment Security Manager 1, or Employment Security Program Manager; or
- Four years of technical experience in unemployment compensation or public employment service work including one year in a supervisory capacity; and a bachelor's degree; or
- Four years of managerial, administrative, or consultative work involving planning and coordinating the work of others including three years in a public employment service agency or a closely related program within or outside government service; and a bachelor's degree; or
- Any equivalent combination of experience and training that included three years in a public employment service agency or a closely related program within or outside government service, including or supplemented by one year of supervisory experience.
Other Requirements:
- You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
- You must be able to perform essential job functions.
How to Apply:
- Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
- If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
- Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
- Failure to comply with the above application requirements will eliminate you from consideration for this position.
Veterans:
- Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
- 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
- Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
- Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
- Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
- You must provide complete and accurate information or:
- your score may be lower than deserved.
- you may be disqualified.
- You may only apply/test once for this posting.
- Your results will be provided via email.
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Health & Wellness
We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*
Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
Work/Life Balance
We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, six weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*
Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.
For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visit www.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.
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