CAREER PLANNING & PLAC COORDINATOR

Date: Apr 24, 2024

Req ID: 39346

Location:

NLR, Camp Robinson, AR, US, 72199

Category: AR DEPT OF THE MILITARY

Anticipated Starting Salary: $36,155.00

Position Number: 22089089
County: Pulaski
Posting End Date: May 5, 2024

Anticipated Starting Salary: $36,155
Youth Challenge Program

The mission of the Department of Military is to provide a professional staff of Arkansas State Employees who help maintain and improve the readiness of Arkansas National Guard units through effective fiscal management of State Resources, Human Resource Management, and quality administration of Arkansas National Guard Programs. Civilians are welcome to apply and will be trained on Drill and Ceremony. Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license and be able to meet the eligibility requirements covered by the state insurance policy. Work hours other than regular daytime schedule and weekends ARE required. Applicants must complete each item on the State of Arkansas application to be considered for employment.

This position is responsible for the following:

Maintains documentation of classes and other related information; produces complete, accurate, and legible records of training for evaluations.
Plans and conducts extra-curricular activities to maintain student-mentors relationship/rapport.
Schedule and coordinate informational programs and oral presentations as required.
Assist with training new Case Managers.
Assist the Case Managers and RPM Coordinator in compiling post-residential reporting requirements and submitting to NGB as required.
Coordinate activities with other Challenge Staff and manages all post-residential support activities.
Uses program brochures and promotional videos for presentations to small and large groups, on and off-campus.
Utilize and update YC social media platforms as necessary to ensure public awareness.
Participate in YC recruiting campaigns.
Organize career fairs, college tours, and other occupational opportunities.
Plan placement activities for students.
Instruct informational classes to prepare students for post residential placement.
Develops and maintains community resources statewide for the purpose of recruiting Mentors and building partnerships for youth placement.
Supervises professional staff by training, assigning, reviewing work, evaluating performance,
Performs any additional duties as needed.

The Department of the Military is a Drug-Free Workplace, this includes medical marijuana which is still considered a controlled substance under federal law. (Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988)

Position Information

Class Code: G172C

Grade: GS06

FLSA Status: EXEMPT

Salary Range: $36,155.00 - $52,425.00

Summary

The Career Planning and Placement Coordinator is responsible for establishing business contracts, providing career counseling and employment assistance to students, and informing the general public of available services. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.

Functions

Establishes business contacts to recruit employer participation for student job placement, needs assessment, trends, and employment criteria. Counsels participants to discuss career goals and employment opportunities and to develop educational and/or training plans. Provides employment assistance, by instructing participants in job search techniques, referring qualified participants to employers, and revising student resumes, as needed. Plans, directs, and presents career related workshops and organizes and coordinates student related career fairs. Coordinates supportive services with other agencies and educational institutions, maintains career reference library, assists participants in finding part-time employment, coordinates interviewing for permanent placements, and schedules employer visits. Conducts follow-up, by monitoring and documenting participant progress, counsels participant, as needed, designs brochures, and maintains registrant files. Promotes available services to area schools, agencies, organizations, businesses, and the general public, by making or arranging presentations, planning workshops, and preparing materials to publicize programs. Compiles and maintains information, such as case records, interview summaries, and local labor market information. Performs other duties as assigned.

Dimensions

None

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of counseling principles and practices of career planning and placement. Knowledge of recruitment, interviewing, and placement techniques. Ability to gather and disseminate information related to career opportunities. Ability to plan and coordinate career counseling and job placement services. Ability to procure and schedule employer visits.

Minimum Qualifications

The formal education equivalent of a bachelor's degree in general business, education or related field; plus three years of experience in career planning and placement or related area. Additional requirements determined by the agency for recruiting purposes require review and approval by the Office of Personnel Management. OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.

Licenses

None

The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.