Reference #: 4337774THE POSITION

　　Are you passionate about building relationships and helping others? The Department of Labor and Industry, Office of Vocational Rehabilitation (OVR) has an opportunity for you! Join us as a Business Services Representative (Employment Facilitator, OVR) in our Bureau of Blindness and Visual Services, Erie District Office. Help increase employment opportunities and retention of OVR customers by promoting OVR services to businesses, stakeholders, and potential customers. This forward-facing role serves local employer partners, while helping Vocational Rehabilitation Counselors connect OVR customers to available jobs. Achieve your potential and fulfill OVR's mission of assisting Pennsylvanians with disabilities to secure and maintain employment and independence!

　　DESCRIPTION OF WORK

　　As a Business Services Representative (Employment Facilitator, OVR), you will serve as liaison between employers, providers, and district office staff to support established district office programs and customer placement opportunities. You will promote OVR employment programs as well as other employer work incentive programs and services. These include job training, apprenticeships, paid work experiences, supported employment and more! As you maintain established relationships between our department and a variety of stakeholders via phone, email, and virtual and in person meetings, you will also have the opportunity to join local employment organizations and collaborate across all bureaus in shared territories to create new connections in support of our customers.

　　Get involved in our mission by developing and maintaining positive, professional relationships with businesses and stakeholders, visiting their on-site locations, and participating in trainings and conferences. You will also have the opportunity to research and analyze labor market information, identify and resolve problem situations, and make recommendations to supervisors for potential outreach plans. Join our team and make a difference in your community!

　　Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the.

　　Work Schedule and Additional Information:Full-time employmentWork 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 after completion of the probationary period.  In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection.  If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Erie.Salary:Most employees will start at the beginning level of the advertised salary.You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.  REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

　　QUALIFICATIONSMinimum Experience and Training Requirements:A bachelor's degree that includes 24 credits in the behavioral sciences; orAn equivalent combination of experience and training that includes 24 credits in the behavioral sciences.Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree/credits.

　　Other Requirements:You must meet the . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the  and click on Residency.

　　You must be able to perform essential job functions.

　　Legal Requirements:This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law.Under the Law, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including, but not limited to, PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance.

　　How to Apply:Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considere 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 will eliminate you from 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  and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at .

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　　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.

　　Qualified candidates may apply by clicking, "Apply Now". Next, submit your resume. You may complete a cover letter on the following screen. *You must contact the employer via one of the methods listed on the screen after clicking "Apply for this job". * Please be sure to identify PA CareerLink as your referral source.