WARREN COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT
NOTICE OF VACANCY
EMPLOYMENT AND TRAINING COUNSELOR II
The Warren County Department of Workforce Development is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Employment and Training Counselor II. The Employment and Training Counselor II is responsible for creating, developing, editing and/or teaching career readiness content to youth aged 14-24, as well as providing more complex professional vocational guidance and related services to participants in various aspects of the local Employment and Training programs. Duties include assisting participants in formulating and modifying employability plans which may involve remedial education, work experience, specialized skill training, and related supportive services. The Employment and Training Counselor II is called upon to exercise sound professional judgment in formulating and carrying out plans to meet individual vocational challenges faced by participants. Work is performed under the general supervision of a higher-level administrator who, as necessary, offers guidance and instruction on individual problem cases. Supervision may be exercised over the work of para-professional and clerical assistants. Does related work as required.
SALARY: $51,890 (2025 base salary)
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Either:
- Bachelor’s degree in social science, human services, education or related field and two years of experience in a social service agency, community action or community services agency involving direct client contact; or
- Associate’s degree in social science, human services, education or related field and 4 years of experience in a social service agency, community action or community services agency involving direct client contact.
The position will be filled based upon Civil Service requirements. A provisional appointment will be made with examination to be held at a later date. Candidate must meet Civil Service requirements for appointment following establishment of the Eligible List.
Interested candidates should submit a Warren County application and resume
by January 24, 2025 to:
Liza Ochsendorf, Director
333 Glen Street, Suite 300 Glens Falls, NY 12801
Or
ochsendorfl@warrencountyny.gov
Applications may be found at https://warrencountyny.gov/jobs
Warren County is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
