Labor Services Representative/Trainee 1/2 (Spanish Language)- Bronx (NY HELPS)

Minimum Qualifications This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide program (NY HELPS).

For the duration of the NY HELPS Program, this title may be filled via a non-competitive appointment, if they meet the below NY HELPS minimum qualifications.

NY HELPS Non-Competitive Minimum Qualifications :

Bachelor's Degree

It is expected that employees hired under NY HELPS will have their non-competitive employment status converted to competitive status in the future, without having to compete in an examination.

Employees will then be afforded all of the same rights and privileges of competitive class employees of New York State. While serving permanently in a NY HELPS title, employees may take part in any promotion examination for which they are qualified.

If you are interested in the NY-HELPS program, or this position, you may reply to this vacancy posting, or you may visit the New York State Department of Civil Service website at / help / (copy and paste in browser) to register today, in three easy steps.

Note : It is essential that you describe your qualifying education and / or experience as completely as possible on your application;

your application should describe in detail the kind of service and information you provide to the general public. Omissions or vagueness may not be interpreted in your favor.

Your degree must have been awarded by a college or university accredited by a regional, national, or specialized agency recognized as an accrediting agency by the .

Department of Education / . Secretary of Education. If your degree was awarded by an educational institution outside the United States or its territories, you must provide independent verification of equivalency.

This information can be found at / jobseeker / . Candidates are responsible for the evaluation fee.

Note : To be considered for appointment you will be required to pass a Civil Service language exam to demonstrate proficiency in speaking, writing, and reading the Spanish language at a level that will ensure your ability to perform the duties of the position.

Competitive Minimum Qualifications :

A review of your state history is needed, if you meet any of the below Permanent Competitive qualifications. Please provide the last four digits of your social security number in your email response or on your resume.

If you are not comfortable providing this information via email, a representative from our office will contact you via phone.

55 B / C Qualifications :

This position is designated 55b / c and is subject to verification of applicant eligibility. Please provide a copy of your 55b / c letter when applying.

You must meet the open competitive qualifications from the most recent examination announcement.

Reassignment Qualifications :

Current Department of Labor employees only, with at least one year of permanent, contingent-permanent, or 55b / c service in a Labor Services Representative / Trainee 1 / 2 Spanish Language title, if you have less than one year, you must be reachable on the current Labor Services Representative / Trainee 1 / 2 Spanish Language eligible list for this location, if one exists.

70.1 Transfer Qualifications :

One year of permanent or contingent-permanent as a Grade 11 or higher determined to be similar by Civil Service.

70.4 Transfer Qualifications :

One year of permanent or contingent-permanent service as a Grade 11 or higher and a passing score on the exam for the Labor Services Representative / Trainee 1 / 2 Spanish Language and possess a Bachelor Degree.

Note : Candidates must not have failed the most recent examination for this title. Appointments are made at the Trainee 1 level.

Note : For all transfers noted, a comprehensive list of titles approved for transfer is available through Civil Service GOT-IT at https : / / / cmo / gotit / .

Your degree must have been awarded by a college or university accredited by a regional, national, or specialized agency recognized as an accrediting agency by the .

Department of Education / . Secretary of Education. If your degree was awarded by an educational institution outside the United States or its territories, you must provide independent verification of equivalency.

This information can be found at / jobseeker / . Candidates are responsible for the evaluation fee.

To be considered for appointment you will be required to pass a Civil Service language exam to demonstrate proficiency in speaking, writing, and reading the Spanish language at a level that will ensure your ability to perform the duties of the position.

Preferred Qualifications :

Ability to initiate and maintain relationships across a diverse set of stakeholders.

Duties Description Standard Duties :

As a Labor Services Representative, you would assist customers and provide a broad range of services to jobseekers and employers both on an individual basis and through group presentations.

You would interview customers to evaluate the nature of services desired, obtaining a complete work history including job experience, education, skills, salary ranges and job preferences.

You would identify barriers to employment and develop solutions to these barriers. Intensive job placement assistance is key through developing skills-based resume, successful employment interview coaching, providing continuing job leads, conducting employment referrals and advocating for the job seeker when applying for a job.

You would provide information on resources available through the Department of Labor.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.