Local Veterans Employee Representative
Date Posted: Aug 4, 2025
Requisition ID: 463168
Location:
Fort Wayne, IN, US, 46806
Work for Indiana
Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.
About the Indiana Department of Workforce Development (DWD) :
Our mission is to develop a premier workforce that will allow Indiana employers to flourish and entice businesses from outside our state to relocate to Indiana. Everyone at DWD will be required to think outside-the-box; to determine metrics that will allow for measurement and improvement and efficiencies to be made along the way. Cutting-edge technologies will be utilized to help assess Indiana's employment future. If managed properly, Indiana's workforce will be second to none and completely prepared for the next phase of the state and country's economic growth.
Role Overview :
Local Veterans Employment Representatives conduct outreach to employers and business associations and engage in advocacy efforts with hiring executives to increase employment opportunities for Veterans and encourage the hiring of disabled Veterans. Local Veterans Employment Representatives' principal duties are to: (1) Conduct outreach to employers in the area to assist Veterans in gaining employment, including conducting seminars for employers and, in conjunction with employers, conducting job search workshops and establishing job search groups; and (2) Facilitate employment, training, and placement services furnished to Veterans in a State under the applicable State employment service delivery systems.
Salary Statement :
The salary for this position traditionally starts at $42,900.00, but may be commensurate with education or work experience.
A Day in the Life:
The essential functions of this role are as follows:
Conduct outreach to employers to assist veterans in gaining employment, including conducting seminars for employers and, in conjunction with employers, conducting job search workshops and establishing job search groups.
Facilitate employment, training, and placement services delivered to veterans.
Plan and participate in job and career fairs.
Promote the advantages of hiring veterans to employers, employer associations, and business groups.
Work in partnership with Work One to identify job ready Veterans for career placement.
Promote all Work One services to the employer community through presentations and trainings and provide local Work One offices training on what services the LVER offer.
Develop employer outreach activities to establish, maintain, and facilitate regular contact with employers that will promote employment and training opportunities for the benefit of all Veterans.
The job profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
What You'll Need for Success:
You must meet the following requirements to be considered for employment:
Must have a High School Diploma or a High School Equivalent (HSE).
Veteran hiring preference position.?
Ability to utilize basic computer skills including Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
Ability to communicate effectively and speak publicly to present information and interview Veterans.
Ability to learn all VA program offerings by the State of Indiana and the local job centers.
Ability to provide quality customer service.
Ability to conduct internet research such as labor market information, veteran programs, services, and social media (Example: LinkedIn).
Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
You must satisfy the following requirements to continue employment:
Complete all DOL-VETS required training as defined by the National Veterans Training Institute (NVTI) within 18 months.
Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:
This role may be utilized in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs.
Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:
The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:
Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
Education Reimbursement Program
Group life insurance
Referral Bonus program
Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Free Parking for most positions
Free LinkedIn Learning access
Equal Employment Opportunity:
The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.
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