(1) Full-time, project position
Expected Duration: December 1, 2009 - June 30, 2010

The opportunity
The Employment and Career Development Division is recruiting for an Employment Security Program Coordinator 2 position to support implementation of the Trade and Globalization Adjustment Act (TGAA) of 2009, including increased administrative and operational workload, monitoring, and technical support to the Trade Adjustment Act (TAA) case management staff located across the state.

Major duties

• Respond to requests for technical assistance from field staff on operational or procedural questions or concerns.
• Conduct follow-up as needed. Coordinate and assist in the review and updating of existing policy and procedure to incorporate changes from the TGAA of 2009 including assistance with maintaining up-to-date information on the TAA web site in partnership with the WorkSource Integration Division (WSID).
• Review financial requests submitted by WorkSource for payment of allowances and health care tax credit for financial staff. Ensure payment is provided for allowable expenditures.
• Analyze Service, Knowledge & Information Exchange System (SKIES) data and WSID reports for performance monitoring purposes. Prepare and submit summary reports with next step recommendations.
• Research and prepare information for Government Management, Accountability & Performance (GMAP).
• Research policies and procedures and consult with field staff on the content, preparation and submittal of formal denial for services. Review final determination documentation and rational for consistency and accuracy prior to delivery to participant. Review complex cases with lead program coordinator. Assist with appeal hearings as requested.
• Coordinate with Unemployment Insurance (UI) Division TRA Unit and WSID to prepare for and deliver quarterly TAA field staff training sessions. Assist in the provision of essential program information to dislocated workers at Rapid Response, Trade Act, or other informational sessions designed for laid-off workers as well as participation in scheduled staff or work-related meetings.
• Monitor workload and petition activity and prepare staffing recommendations for the lead program coordinator.

Required qualifications
One year of experience as an Employment Security Program Coordinator 1.

or

One year of experience as a WorkSource Specialist 3 or Tax Specialist 3 - ES equivalent.

or

A bachelor's degree in public or business administration, political science or closely related field, and three years of professional or technical experience in employment and training or unemployment insurance programs.

Additional qualifying experience may be substituted, year for year, for education.

Desired qualifications
The preferred candidate will have:

• Experience with the contemporary Trade and Globalization Adjustment Act of 2009 as well as the previous Trade Adjustment Act.
• Experience with SKIES.
• Experience with public speaking to large audiences.
• Experience in comprehending federal and state regulations to insure program compliance.
• Experience with analytical writing skills.

Working conditions
As part of the working conditions, occasional intrastate travel is required.

Why we work here
Employment Security employees:

• Make a difference in the lives of people looking for work.
• Receive affordable, quality healthcare, including medical, dental, and vision options.
• Get a generous, paid time-off package.
• Enjoy an employer-funded retirement plan.
• Can sign up for a deferred-compensation program, flexible-spending accounts and tuition reimbursement.
• Work in a challenging and fun environment with creative, talented, and diverse individuals.

How to apply
Your application materials must be received no later than 5 p.m. on November 12, 2009, to be considered for this position.

Complete and submit:

1) To download an ESD application, click the link below.
ESD Application

2) Letter of interest describing how you meet the qualifications for this opportunity

3) Three professional references

Send your complete applicant package via e-mail to HRrecruiting@esd.wa.gov. Please reference the recruitment number in your email subject line.

To be considered for this position, you must submit a complete applicant package and follow the application instructions. Incomplete applicant packages will not be considered.

• Application materials must be in Word format (no PDF or scanned files).
• A signature is not required on the application form.
• Please do not password-protect the application form.
• Only electronically submitted materials are accepted.

The application package will be evaluated on quality and completeness as part of the screening/evaluation process. Should you have any questions regarding the application process please check the Frequently Asked Questions - Jobs at Employment Security page.

Agency profile
Employment Security Department (ESD) is one of the largest executive agencies in Washington State government. The mission of Employment Security Department is to help Washington's workers and employers succeed in the global economy by delivering superior employment services, timely unemployment benefits, and a fair and stable unemployment insurance system.

Employment & Career Development Division profile
WorkSource sites statewide and the Web site provide no-fee job-listing and referral services to match employers and job seekers. Special programs and services are available for employers, welfare recipients, veterans, farm workers, persons of disability, unemployment insurance claimants, youth and others. We are here to help workers find employment that leads to long-term career growth.

Other information
As a condition of employment, the successful candidate accepting this position must comply with the Union Security clause contained in the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the State of Washington and the Washington Federation of State Employees.

Employment Security Department is an equal opportunity employer and provider of employment and training services. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request for individuals with disabilities.

Individuals with disabilities needing assistance in the application process or needing this job announcement in an alternate format should provide contact information via e-mail, or via telecommunications device for the deaf at 800-676-3777.