Reference #: 4482692 THE POSITION Are you interested in a rewarding career with great benefits, paid time off, and a work-life balance? Look no further, the Apprenticeship and Training Office, within the Department of Labor and Industry is seeking a dependable Statewide Special Project Apprenticeship & Training Representative to complete our team of professionals. This position gives you the opportunity to perform a variety of outreach, promotional, and technical advisory duties. Join our office and start the next chapter in your career!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

In this role, you will serve as the main provider of technical assistance to potential or existing registered non-traditional apprenticeship/pre-apprenticeship and other special project program sponsors. You will be responsible for making direct recommendations which conform to PA and federal standards of Apprenticeship and regulations, which are aimed at serving the needs of local industries and local conditions. You will have the opportunity to visit work sites to meet with employer, labor representatives, and/or sponsor contacts, as well as conduct training for statewide and local audiences, including representatives of industry, labor, and other groups concerned with economic development and expansion of apprenticeship opportunities. Your work will focus on duties including: Exploration and assessment of fit for apprenticeship, partnering, and building program structures and ecosystems Assisting with registration processes and preparation for program approval, proper launch and maintenance of programs Conducting provisional and compliance reviews in accordance with policy requirements Continuous assistance in program capacity building, review, and assessment Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information: Full-time employment Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch. Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time up to 3 days a week. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the closest PA CareerLink office (location dependent on that of selected candidate). Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.   REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: One year as a Workforce Development Analyst 1; or Two years of experience in performing technical work in a workforce development program, and a bachelor's degree; or An equivalent combination of experience and training. Other Requirements: You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency. You must be able to perform essential job functions. How to Apply: Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you fro consideration for this position. Veterans: Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspxand click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us atra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov. Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS): 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals). If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position.  No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam). Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions. Your score is valid for this specific posting only. You must provide complete and accurate information or: your score may be lower than deserved. you may be disqualified. You may only apply/test once for this posting. Your results will be provided via email.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.