Disabled Veterans Outreach Program / LVER

Job Description

Disabled Veterans Outreach Program / LVER

Workforce Devl Resource Spec

Recruitment #26-001658-0003

Department

LABOR Workforce Dev - Ofc of Employment Training

Date Opened

10/13/2026 1:06:00 PM

Filing Deadline

10/27/2026 11:59:00 PM

Salary

$52,354.00 - $67,732.00/ year with potential growth to $82,572.00/ year

Employment Type

Full-Time

HR Analyst

Linnea Maker

Work Location

Baltimore City

Prince George's

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Introduction

The Maryland Department of Labor Veterans Program is looking for an energetic Disabled Veterans Outreach Program / Local Veterans Employment Representative veteran who's committed to assisting veterans and veteran spouses with qualifying employment barriers (QEB) visiting the American Job Center. The ideal candidate will have experience in case managing veterans and veteran spouses with their employment and training goals and objectives. Additionally, the candidate will have some experience advocating veteran and veteran spouse employment with businesses in the community. The ideal candidate should have the ability to work independently and as part of a team to locate and provide assistance and resources to veterans and eligible veteran spouses with qualifying employment barriers.
Please be advised that travel may be required and a State vehicle may not always be available. Reimbursement for use of personal vehicle will apply according to the State travel policy.

GRADE

ASTD12

LOCATION OF POSITION

BALTIMORE CITY
PRINCE GEORGE'S

Main Purpose of Job

To work with eligible veterans, and other eligible persons who have significant barriers to employment (SBE) to resolve their employment needs. Conduct outreach and provide business services to employers

POSITION DUTIES

Provides intensive services to eligible veterans, and eligible spouses as defined in title 38 united states code (USC), paragraph 4103a(a). The goal is to assist eligible veterans and spouses to obtain or retain employment leading to self-sufficiency. In addition, eligible veterans and eligible spouses must meet the definition of an individual with a qualifying employment barrier (QEB), or are members of a veteran population identified by the secretary under title 38 U.S.C. 4103a(a)(1)(c) As eligible for DVOP services, as explained in separate guidance from DOL
Provides services to job seekers by assessing their skills, and needs using the automated system to complete, review, and update customer registration.
Identifying potential job matches of job seeker skills with job qualifications. Refer qualified job seekers to job openings by utilizing the automated system.Sharing labor market information with customers to enable informed decisions on labor trends and economic conditions.
Represent the Division of Workforce Development and Adult Learning by planning and coordinating with unions, apprenticeship programs and businesses to promote and secure employment and training programs.
Engage with state and local business services entities by attending meetings with agency representatives and employers to provide any staffing and information services necessary to assist new and existing businesses, and to promote veteran employment.
Conducting employer outreach through telephone calls, emails, and site visits.
Disseminating labor market information to businesses to enable informed decisions on labor trends and economic conditions by using appropriate resource materials and automated systems
Promoting agency services, job fairs, compliance with Federal Contractor Job Listings (FCJL), federal and state veterans' incentive training programs, and positive recruitment efforts to develop entry level employment opportunities for eligible veterans and other eligible persons.
Promoting credentialing, and licensing opportunities for veterans

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.
Experience: None.
Notes:
1. Candidates may substitute experience in the field of workforce development, customer service, human resources, recruiting or similar field may be substituted on a year-for- year basis for the required education.
2. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a non-commissioned officer with active-duty military recruiting experience or career counseling experience on a year-by-year basis for the required education.

SELECTIVE QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must meet this selective qualification to be considered. Include clear and specific information on your application regarding your qualifications.
Candidates must meet one of the following DVOP preference criteria for selection:

1.) Qualified service connected disabled veteran:
2.) Qualified eligible veterans; and
3.) Qualified eligible person (38 U.S.C. 4101(5)).
**If you have a Veterans Administration Letter of Disability Rating dated within the last six months please attach it to this application in order to receive credit

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

The following qualification is preferred, not required. However, if you have this experience it must be detailed in the job duty section on your application.

One (1) year of experience providing outreach to veterans
Six (6) months professional resume writing and reviewing experience
Prior case management experience

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

NOT APPLICABLE.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

All candidates are subject to a background check against files maintained by the Division of Unemployment Insurance (Labor/DUI) to determine whether any monies are owed to Labor/DUI as a result of unemployment insurance overpayment/fraud. Any unpaid debt may have an impact on whether or not a candidate is offered employment

SELECTION PROCESS

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment.
All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date. Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.
Please note: A resume may be attached as supplemental information; however, only the information provided in the application will be reviewed and considered in the evaluation process.
All information concerning the qualifications, including any required documentation (diploma, transcript, certificate, etc.) must be submitted and received by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be considered.
For positions that require Bachelor/Master Degree etc: Educational credentials from foreign countries must be evaluated by an approved education review service.
This evaluation must be submitted prior to hire. For further information, you may call International Consultants of Delaware, Inc. (302) 737-8715 or World Education Services Inc. 1-800-932-3897 or (202) 331-2925.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position. It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all experience and education that is related to this position.
***Please note that your answers on the supplemental questionnaire must correspond to the information provided on your application to receive credit

BENEFITS

Leave Benefits
Our generous leave package for permanent State employees includes from ten to 25 days of annual (vacation) leave per year, depending on seniority, as well as six personal days each calendar year. In addition, the State offers eleven paid holidays and fifteen days of sick leave per year.
We also offer paid parental leave to eligible permanent State employees to care for and nurture children within 6 months of birth or within 6 months of an adoption of a child under 6 years of age.
Our leave policies also adhere to the Family Medical Leave Act of 1993.
Retirement Benefits​
Maryland State employees are eligible for participation in a contributory defined benefit pension plan in which they are vested after ten years. State employees are also eligible to participate in two supplemental retirement plans: the 457 Deferred Compensation Plan and the 401(k) Savings and Investment Plan.​
Flexible Work Schedules​
Employees of the State of Maryland typically work a forty-hour work week. Many State agencies offer their employees flexible work schedules. The Teleworking Program enables eligible state employees to work at home, at a satellite office, or at a Telework Center.
Student Loan Forgiveness
Employees with the State of Maryland are eligible to participate in the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. ​ Participants that meet all requirements may qualify for forgiveness on the remaining balance on his or her Direct Loans after making 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan while working full-time in a qualifying public service position. ​
To learn more about PSLF, please visit the Student Loan Repayment Benefits​ page.
​Free Mass Transit Benefit​
Permanent State employees are entitled to use the Baltimore Light Rail, the Baltimore Metro Subway, the Baltimore Bus Service (Local Bus Service and Express Bus Service), as well as the following Baltimore Region Commuter Bus Routes:
There is no charge to the permanent State employee with a valid State ID card. This benefit can be used any time of the day or evening, including weekends. The Free Mass Transit Benefit does not include MARC trains, commuter buses that serve Washington, D.C., or any special event buses.
Health Coverage
When you come to work for the State of Maryland, as a permanent State employee (or a contractual employee who works at least 30 hours per week or an average of 130 hours a month for a period greater than 90 consecutive days), y

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate. Experience: None.

Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.
Experience: None.
Notes:
1. Candidates may substitute experience in the field of workforce development, customer service, human resources, recruiting or similar field may be substituted on a year-for- year basis for the required education.
2. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a non-commissioned officer with active-duty military recruiting experience or career counseling experience on a year-by-year basis for the required education.

SELECTIVE QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must meet this selective qualification to be considered. Include clear and specific information on your