Reference #: 4385806 THE POSITION Are you interested in a career within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania? Would you like to deliver valuable services to your fellow Pennsylvanians? The Department of Labor & Industry is seeking a Workforce Development Analyst 1 to join our team of professionals. This position gives you the opportunity to assist in the planning, analysis, development, implementation, and evaluation of workforce development programs. If you pride yourself in being an innovative thinker with an attention to detail, we want you on our team!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring Local Workforce Development Boards (LWDBs), fiscal agent functionaries, and subcontractors are in compliance with the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), as well as other federal and state workforce and financial laws, regulations, and policies. In order to ensure compliance, you will be completing on-site visits and desk reviews of reports and documents. You will also be responsible for evaluating administrative requirements for grants and payments and coordinating technical assistance to LWDBs to support state and local workforce development goals and objectives. You will have the opportunity to report ongoing activities in Pennsylvania to other agencies and states as well as interpret federal regulations and state policies while representing the Bureau of Workforce Development Administration at local, regional, state, and national conferences.

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Work Schedule and Additional Information: Full-time employment Work 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. 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 Harrisburg. You will be required to report one day a month in office and for predetermined in person bureau/Unit meeting or trainings and other necessary operations. Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices. Note: Travel may be required.   REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: One year of experience in performing technical work in a workforce development program, and a bachelor's degree; or An equivalent combination of experience and training. 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. How to Apply: Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered 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' Pref rence tab or contact us at. Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS): 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals). 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.