Disabled Veterans Outreach Program Specialist
Date Posted: Nov 24, 2025
Requisition ID: 468403
Location:
Gary, IN, US, 46402
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:
Disabled Veterans' Outreach Program specialists will provide individualized career (intensive) services and facilitate placements to meet the employment needs of Veterans, prioritizing service to special disabled Veterans, other disabled Veterans, and other categories of Veterans in accordance with priorities determined by the Secretary of Labor. These duties are outlined in 38 U.S.C. 4103A(a).
Disabled Veterans' Outreach Program specialists are an essential part of and fully integrated into the WorkOne / American Job Center network. They are included among the WorkOne / American Job Center partner staff, which consists of all staff employed by programs or activities operated by WorkOne / American Job Center partners listed in 29 U.S.C. 2841(b) that provide online and/or in-person workforce development or related support services as part of the workforce development system. Other WorkOne / American Job Center partner staff members include staff of Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act, Wagner Peyser, and other WorkOne / American Job Center network partner programs.
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:
Responsible for enrolling Veterans with significant barriers to employment (SBE) into a case management system including interviewing, completing an objective assessment, and creating an individualized employment plan (IEP).
Identify and determine the appropriate career route for each SBE Veteran and the services needed.
Responsible for outreach activities to identify new SBE Veterans by working with Veteran organizations.
Actively visit communities in search of SBE Veterans and provide potential resources.
Refer SBE Veterans to partner services for training in different career areas.
Work with Veteran organization and grant programs to establish resources and collaborate partners for Veteran's individual needs.
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).
Served on Active Duty for a period of 180 days and received a VA service-connected disability rating.
The ability to utilize basic computer skills including Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
The ability to communicate effectively and speak publically to present information and interview Veterans.
The ability to learn all VA program offerings by the State of Indiana and the local job centers.
The ability to provide quality customer service.
The 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:
Upon hire 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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