Veterans Employment Representative Jobs (NOW HIRING)

The position is open to all applicants that meet the minimum qualifications below. 

The Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) is currently seeking highly qualified applicants to be considered for their full-time Local Veterans' Employment Representative position within the Office of Workforce Development (OWD). The Local Veterans' Employment Representative (LVER) is a key member of the WorkSource Georgia employment services team, responsible for maintaining regular contact with employers, community leaders, training providers, and other partners with resources which will support the reemployment efforts for veterans or other eligible persons.

RESPONSIBILITIES 

         Conduct outreach activities within a designated area to secure gainful employment for veterans, which may include administering seminars for employers, facilitating job search workshops and establishing job search groups.

         Coordinate with unions, apprenticeship programs and businesses or business organizations to promote and secure employment, training programs and placement services, communicating the benefits of employing, and on behalf of, eligible veterans and other eligible persons.

         Monitor federal contractor job listings, promote veteran participation in employment and training programs, support services, educational opportunities, and assist with job accommodations for disabled veterans.

         Plan and participate in job, career and resource fairs, as well as conduct other job development activities in the local community to connect employers with qualified veterans and other eligible persons.

         Train other employment services staff and service delivery system partners to enhance their knowledge of veterans' employment and training issues.

         Responsible for consulting and coordinating with various representatives from federal, state, and local programs and employers to promote the development of entry-level and career job opportunities, job training, apprenticeships, and vocational counseling services for veterans.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 

         Candidate must be a qualified, eligible veteran*

         Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited college or university; OR an Associate's degree in a related field from an accredited college or university -and- two years of related experience; OR four years of related experience; OR two years of experience at the lower-level Employment Services Specialist or position equivalent.

* Applicants must provide proof of being a qualified, eligible veteran by including a copy of your DD-214 along with a current application/resume. Applicants who fail to submit the appropriate supporting documentation will be required to provide these documents, if selected to interview for the position.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 

         Knowledge of the Workforce Innovation & Opportunity Act (WIOA), related to the Wagner-Peyser (WP) Act, or the Jobs for Veterans State Grant (JVSG) program.

         Four years of experience in employment services, career or vocational guidance and counseling, personnel, recruitment, training or social services related work.

         Two years of experience serving special needs population with Significant Barriers to Employment.

         Proficiency in utilizing Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.

         Experience delivering presentations in groups.

         Knowledge of state and federal regulations.

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES 

         Time and task management skills

         Basic computer skills and ability to adapt to job-related software programs

         Organizational skills

         Project management skills

         Superior oral and written communication skills

         Skills in interpersonal relations and customer service

         Decision making and problem-solving skills

HOW TO APPLY 

Interested parties should apply at Team Georgia Careers, Team Georgia Careers Website 

 Applications will be accepted until June 11, 2026. Due to an anticipated large volume of applications, only those who receive an interview will be notified of the status of the position. 

 It shall be a condition of employment to submit to a background investigation. Offers of employment shall be conditional pending the result of the background investigation. 

 Federal Law requires ID and eligibility verification prior to employment. 

 All male U.S. citizens, and male aliens living in the U.S., who are ages 18 through 25, are required to register for the military draft and must present proof of Selective Service Registration upon employment. 

 Applicants who need special assistance may request assistance by phoning (404) 679-1759. 

 The Technical College System of Georgia is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, genetic information, disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam Era, or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law). 

An Equal Opportunity Employer