WARREN COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT
NOTICE OF VACANCY
(Re-issued 9/13/2024 – Submission date extended)
STUDENT-TO-CAREERS DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST
The Warren County Department of Workforce Development is seeking a qualified candidate for the position of Student-To-Careers Development Specialist. An employee in this class is responsible for coordinating and providing career development services relating to the promotion of job readiness skills and other related workforce development program initiatives. Duties include collaborating with schools, parents, business/industry, postsecondary institutions and community organizations to facilitate connections and support for students’ transition to postsecondary education and employment. The incumbent will focus on career development, preparatory services, transition services and local partnership development as well as education on local careers in the trades. The work is performed under the general supervision of a higher-level administrator with leeway allowed for the exercise of independent judgment. Does related duties as required.
MININIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s Degree and two (2) years of full-time paid experience in 1) employment planning, placement or counseling; 2) educational curriculum development; 3) youth counseling or closely related field; or
- Associate’s degree and four (4) years of full-time paid experience in 1) Employment planning, placement or counseling or 2) Educational curriculum development or 3) Direct Support and supervision of vulnerable populations 4) Youth counseling or closely related field.
RESIDENCY: Residency in Warren County or a contingent County is required per Civil Service rules.
SALARY: $51,356 (Base Salary)
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 may submit a Warren County application, resume and cover letter by September 20, 2024 to:
Liza Ochsendorf, Director of Workforce Development
333 Glen Street, Suite 300
Glens Falls, NY 12801
ochsendorfl@WarrenCountyNY.gov
Applications may be obtained from www.warrencountyny.gov/jobs
Warren County is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employee
