Labor & Employment Specialist II (PROWD)

Job Title

Partners For Reentry Opportunities In Workforce Development (PROWD) Re-entry Specialist

Job Description

Pay for position:

Hourly $28.59 - $41.84

Biweekly $2,286.92 - $3,347.20

Monthly $4,955.00 - $7,252.27

This position is in Fremont County.

Development Programs (WDP) exists to plan, develop, administer, deliver, oversee, and monitor employment and training programs and services according to Federal and State guidelines for job seekers, employers and other customers across the state of Colorado. This unit also acts as department liaison with various state groups who provide employment and training services, and local service delivery entities including the State operated workforce centers, counties, and subcontractors.

The Partners for Reentry Opportunities in Workforce Development (PROWD) Re-entry Specialists provide services in Federal Bureau of Prison (BOP) facilities and Residential Reentry Centers (RRC). This position will assess the re-entry needs of individual offenders, develop, and implement transitional plans, research and gather community resources/support, provide linkages to other agencies and organizations, provide services in both a group and individual setting. Works in close coordination with Federal Parole Officers, Federal Bureau of Prisons, Local Workforce Areas, state/local agency staff, community and faith-based organizations, and other individuals/groups providing services to offenders in order to enhance public safety. All services and programs delivered by this position are performed consistent with the professional standards and in accordance with CDLE, BOP Parole regulations, guidelines, and operating procedures.

These positions are grant funded with a grant end date of September 30, 2027 with potential for extension.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

Residency Requirement:

This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application.

Class Code & Classification Description:

H5N3XX Labor/Employment Specialist II Minimum Qualifications: Experience Only:

Five (5) years of relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position. Experience to include one or more of the following; working with past and currently incarcerated persons in probation, parole, correctional and prison facilities and/or career development

Or Education and Experience:

A combination of related education and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned equal to five (5) years

Required Competencies:

• Demonstrated success in working with Adults in Custody (AIC) to assist their transition back into the community
• Ability to coordinate with multiple organizations to provide career development, mental health, and social services
• Knowledge of and the ability to participate on multidisciplinary teams to support AICs
• Understanding of various career development assessments, interest inventories, and other employment related tools
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with individuals from various education levels
• Knowledge of effective outreach and recruitment strategies with justice involved individuals
• Ability to facilitate meetings that include groups of professionals that provide various services
• Able to construct and facilitate presentations to share information with stakeholders, AICs, and service providers
• The ability to research and present Labor Market Information to groups with various levels of education
• Ability to travel throughout the assigned region, driving a state owned or personal vehicle

Preferred Qualifications:

• Administering assessments
• Evaluating training and job readiness
• Case management
• Performing duties similar to those assigned to the position as a classified State of Colorado employee.

Conditions of employment:

• Must be a Colorado resident at time of application.
• You must pass a thorough background check & MVR prior to employment which will include the E-Verify process.
• Travel will need to occur to the Federal Bureau of Prisons this position is assigned to serve
• You must pass a Federal Bureau of Prisons background check to work in the facility this position is assigned to serve
• These positions are grant funded with a grant end date of September 30, 2027 with potential for extension.

Appeal Rights:

As an applicant who has been removed from consideration during the selection or comparative analysis process, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board and/or request a review by the State Personnel Director. A standard appeal form is available on the State Personnel Board website, . If you appeal, your appeal must be submitted in writing on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative, and received at the following address within ten (10) days of your receipt of this notice: Colorado State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director, Attn: Appeals Processing, 1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver, CO 80203. Fax: . Phone: . Email address: . The ten-day deadline and these appeal procedures also apply to all charges of discrimination. Refer to Chapters 4 and 8 of the State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, 4 CCR 801, for information about the appeals process. The State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures are available at spb.colorado.gov .

Supplemental Information

For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact:

Minimum Qualification Screening

A Human Resources Analyst will only review the work experience/job duties sections of the online job application to determine whether you meet the minimum qualifications for the position for which you are applying. Cover letters and resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of the official State of Colorado online application, CDLE does not accept attachments of any kind during the application process. Part-time work experience will be prorated.

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications to continue in the selection process for this position. Work experience and qualifications must be specifically documented on your online application. Do not use "see resume" or "see attached" statements on your application. CDLE does not accept attachments of any kind during the application process.

Comparative Analysis Process Structured Application Review

After minimum qualification screening, the comparative analysis process for this position will involve a review and rating of all the information you submit with your application materials. Therefore, it is extremely important to document in the work experience/job duties portion of your online application the extent to which you possess the education, experience, minimum qualifications, and preferred qualifications as outlined in the job announcement. It is also important to thoroughly answer all supplemental questions (if listed) as your answers to these questions will be evaluated during this phase.

Supplemental Questions

Answer the supplemental questions on the application completely and thoughtfully. Your answers may be rated based on your writing ability (spelling, grammar, and clarity of your writing) as well as the content of your answer.

Work Visas

CDLE does not sponsor Work Visas of any type.

Applicant Use Of AI

The use of AI tools to aid in preparing application materials is allowed under the condition that the applicant independently verifies and confirms the information's accuracy before submission. Applicants are fully accountable for the content of their submissions and must ensure the safe and ethical use of any AI tools. Furthermore, active and direct participation in the interview process is required.

THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MAY BE USED TO FILL MULTIPLE AND/OR FUTURE VACANCIES

The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic