Reemployment Coordinator - Veterans' Representative at State of Nebraska in Scottsbluff, NE

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The work we do matters! Hiring Agency: Labor - Agency 23 Location: Scottsbluff, NE Hiring Rate: $22.638 Job Posting: JR2026-00030222 Reemployment Coordinator - Veterans' Representative (Open) Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed): 11-11-2026 Job Description: Do you want to make a difference in the lives of Nebraska’s veterans? The Nebraska Department of Labor is seeking a motivated, community-minded professional to serve as a Reemployment Coordinator - Veterans' Representative in a unique consolidated role combining duties of both the Local Veterans' Employment Representative (LVER) and the Disabled Veterans’ Outreach Program (DVOP) Specialist. This role supports both employer engagement and direct service to veterans, especially those facing barriers to employment. This person must be extremely self-motivated, proactive, someone who thrives in a fast-paced, independent role and takes initiative to support both veterans and employers. They must be able to build strong, trusting relationships with both job seekers and businesses and be comfortable engaging with a wide range of individuals. The ideal candidate must be a U.S. military veteran who is passionate about connecting others with resources, building relationships with employers, and delivering strong case management support. Look at what we have to offer! • 13 paid holidays • Vacation and sick leave that begin accruing immediately • Military leave • 156% state-matched retirement • Tuition reimbursement • Employee assistance program • 79% employer paid health insurance plans • Dental and vision insurance plans • Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy • Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) through the Federal government • Wide variety and availability of career advancement as the largest and most diverse employer in the State • Opportunity to be part of meaningful work and make a difference through public service • Training and Development based on your career aspirations Learn more about NDOL's Reemployment Services Division here ! What You’ll Be Doing: • Perform case management of clients; research and recommend clients for intensive and various training services including Re-Employment Services, Workfare, Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC), Rapid Response, Veterans and Workforce Investment Act (WIA) which requires in-depth case management and vocational guidance. • Screen applicants for eligibility for partner programs and utilize vocational guidance tools to assist applicants with core intensive services; work closely with partners in coordinating services of mutual clients. • Perform job search/matching activities for employers and applicants including registration, job referrals and job development. • Administer assessment instruments (tests, surveys, etc.) and other planning tools; interpret results and counsel clients. • Receive and verify job orders from employers and enters information into various computer programs as needed. Match qualified applicants to employers’ job orders. • Coordinate services with local community development entities to promote community growth. Utilize various means of technology to provide needed data. • Market Career Center services to the community and employers; contact, schedule and conduct visits with employers to explain staff-assisted and self-service service options. • Advocate as business liaison to oversee One Stop Center marketing; coordinate visits, offers special products and market services to area business community. • Develop and maintain shared employer database and oversee coordination of marketing efforts among partners; promote cost reimbursable services such as background checks; develop OJT contracts and work experience training opportunities for clients; and perform follow up activities. • Plan, implement and present workshops relevant to business and job seeker needs; plan and present presentations at schools, job fairs, etc. and develop in