TANF Job Developer San Jose, CA

Company: Washoe Tribe of Nevada & California
Location: San Jose
Posted on: January 24, 2023

Job Description:

In accordance with the four purposes of TANF, and under direct supervision, the Job Developer is responsible for developing job opportunities with local businesses and organizations in a specific service delivery area. Assists participants identify and successfully compete for employment opportunities. Provides job seeking skills, subsidized and full-time employment opportunities for program participants. Provides ongoing support for participants. Maintains confidentiality of all privileged information.Minimum QualificationsAssociate's Degree in business, public administration, social services or related field and two years' experience in job development, career counseling, or coordinating employment and job search activities; or equivalent combination of education and experience.Must possess a valid California or Nevada driver's license at time of employment.Must be insurable by the Tribe's Driving Policy.Must be able to successfully pass a pre-employment drug/alcohol screen and background investigation.Essential Duties & ResponsibilitiesActively and regularly participates in case staffing meetings with Washoe Native TANF Program (WNTP) Case Managers and Site Managers. Provides services to at least 90% of the caseload in their service area.Contacts employers, government agencies, and community based organizations to discuss availability of job openings. Works with WNTP Case Managers to match participants with available jobs.Connects with employers to develop subsidized wage jobs such as on-the-job training (OJT) contracts and WEX positions with the Washoe Tribe. Assesses clients referred by WNTP Case Managers to determine skills, abilities and job goals using tools such as the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator personality inventory and/or the Strong Interest Inventory.Arranges transportation and, as needed, transports clients to interviews, job fairs, and other employment opportunities.Follows-up monthly during job placement activities to ensure employer satisfaction with the job performance of clients.Negotiates, administers, and monitors OJT contracts with employers.Plans, coordinates, and conducts employer outreach and business events.Arranges job readiness activities including workshops, classes, presentations and other collaborative efforts.Attends meetings and performs community liaison work to support and coordinate job placement activities and services. Occasionally, meetings may be held in the evenings or activities may occur on weekends.Assists WNTP Case Managers in helping participants with job placement help and tactics, including resume writing, interviewing skills, completion of job applications, job seeking and job placement.Communicates with clients regarding available resources for job training.Assists Case Manager with monitoring clients' attendance and program participation in order to provide encouragement and corrective measures when needed.Responsible for entering site specific client and project data into client case files and electronic database.Submit weekly reports of activities with clients and workshop sign-in sheets to their supervisor as well as monthly summary reports as directed.Performs other duties as required.Knowledge, Abilities, Skills, and CertificationsKnowledge of internet job banks and services.Knowledge of available community resources and services.Knowledge of modern office practices, procedures, and equipment.Knowledge of business English, proper spelling, grammar, punctuation, and basic arithmetic.Knowledge of records management procedures.Knowledge of the functions and structure of the Washoe Tribe and tribal customs and traditions.Ability to advocate for economically disadvantaged or unemployed individuals.Ability to plan and make presentations to groups including potential employers, business representatives and program participants.Ability to assess the interests and skills of clients for job placement.Ability to learn and analyze labor market trends in the service area.Ability to produce marketing and visual aid material to potential employers and business groups.Ability to establish and maintain professional relationships with individuals of varying social and cultural backgrounds and with co-workers at all levels.Ability to work both independently and as a member of a team.Ability to maintain confidentiality.Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.Ability to carry out instructions furnished in verbal or written form.Skill in operating business computers and office machines, in a Windows environment, specifically Word, Excel and presentation software (such as PowerPoint).Physical DemandsWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly is required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to walk. The employee occasionally is required to stand; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. The employee is required to operate a motor vehicle.Work EnvironmentWork is performed both in the community at-large and in an office setting with a moderate noise level.Conditions of Employment:BenefitsPaid HolidaysPlease note:Hiring preference is provided to members of the Washoe Tribe of Nevada and California followed by members of other federally recognized tribes. Must pass and comply with the PL101.630-Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Protection Act. Washoe Tribe of Nevada and California requires any designated candidate to complete a pre-employment drug/alcohol screening, must possess a valid NV or CA. driver license within thirty (30) days of employment, (when applicable) and PL 101-630 Criminal / Character Investigation background check.MedicalNevada & California- Federal Employee Benefits Program (FEHB) provides employees with numerous medical plan options to best fit each employee's specific medical needs, residence service area, and budget. The employee's also have the options for Transamerica Supplemental Insurance by payroll deductions.Dental & LifeNevada & California- Guardian PPO $1500 Annual Maximum Benefit, Dental Guard Preferred, Calendar Year deductible $50.00. Included with Guardian the Tribe offers a $50,000 Basic Term Life for employee only coverage.VisionNevada & California- VSP Wellness eye exam $10.00 copay, prescription glasses $25.00 co-pay, standard lenses covered allowance $130.00 every 2 years, and contacts in lieu of glasses.13 Paid Holidays Per Year!New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Day, President's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Indian Day, Nevada Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving Day, Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, and one Floating Holiday.

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