WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST 4

WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST 4

Salary

$3,831.00 - $7,518.00 Monthly

Location

Lafayette, LA

Job Type

Classified

Job Number

WFDS4-222093-060926-HC

Department

Louisiana Works

Opening Date

06/10/2026

Closing Date

6/15/2026 11:59 PM Central

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About this Job

Office of Workforce Development

Division: Migrant and Seasonal Farmworker Outreach

Location: Lafayette, LA

Louisiana Works transforms lives and drives prosperity by putting people at the center of everything we do. We provide one seamless door where individualized solutions create new possibilities, proving that when government works for people, Louisiana works for everyone.

Learn more about Louisiana Works

This Workforce Development Specialist 4 position serves as a Migrant and Seasonal Farmworker (MSFW) Outreach Worker and is responsible for informing MSFWs of the full range of workforce development services available through Louisiana's Comprehensive and Affiliate American Job Centers. The incumbent will maintain regular communication with American Job Center managers and the highest-ranking Wagner Peyser staff assigned to their designated service areas, or other Wagner Peyser staff as designated by the Director of Workforce Development or their designee.

The Outreach Worker will educate MSFWs regarding the Employment Service (ES) and Employment-Related Law Complaint System and provide a basic overview of farmworker rights. The incumbent will actively encourage MSFWs to visit Louisiana's Comprehensive American Job Centers to access the full range of employment, training, and supportive services offered through WIOA mandated partner programs.

The Office of Workforce Development (OWD) is a key division of Louisiana Works managing programs in workforce training, job placement, apprenticeships, and business engagement. Through collaboration with local boards, educational institutions, and industry partners, OWD aims to improve economic mobility for job seekers and ensure Louisiana employers have the skilled talent they need, contributing to the state's economic growth.

AN IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL POSSESS THE FOLLOWING COMPETENCIES:

• Building and Supporting Teams: The ability to combine ones actions and efforts with others to work toward achieving a common goal.
• Developing Plans: The ability to create structured strategies and plans that support the achievement of defined goals and objectives.
• Focusing on Customers: The ability to understand and meet the needs, preferences, and experiences of internal and external customers.

Minimum Qualifications

Six years of experience in workforce development, administrative services, or social services; OR

Six years of full-time experience in any field plus three years of experience in workforce development, administrative services, or social services; OR

A bachelors degree plus three years of experience in workforce development, administrative services, or social services; OR

A masters degree plus two years of experience in workforce development, administrative services, or social services.

EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION:

Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field.

Job Specification

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties and Other Information

Job Duties:

• Conduct outreach to identify and engage MSFWs not reached through normal American Job Center intake activities.
• Assist MSFWs with applications for Employment Services and referrals to employment opportunities.
• Provide information on farmworker rights and the ES and Employment-Related Law Complaint System.
• Assist in preparing and referring employment service and employment-related law complaints.
• Refer individuals to career, training, and supportive services available through workforce partners.
• Assist with scheduling appointments and arranging transportation to American Job Centers or other service providers, as needed.
• Document outreach activities and services provided in accordance with program requirements.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Position Specific Details:

Location: Lafayette, LA

Appointment Type: Probational / Job Appointment / Promotional / Detail to Special Duty

How to Apply:

No Civil Service test score is required to be considered for this vacancy.

To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.

Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

All applicants selected for employment must submit to drug screening and a background check.

For further information about this vacancy, contact:

Heather Courville

heather.courville@la.gov

Louisiana Works is an equal employment opportunity employer and SAME agency, which serves as a model employer for the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities • TDD# 800-259-5154.

Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity to make a difference through public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career.

As a state employee, you will earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program:

Insurance Coverage More information can be found at https://info.groupbenefits.org/

Parental Leave - Up to six weeks paid parental leave

More information can be found at https://www.civilservice.louisiana.gov/Parental-Leave/Default.aspx

Holidays and Leave - State employees receive the following paid holidays each year:

• New Years Day
• Martin Luther King, Jr. Day,
• Mardi Gras,
• Good Friday,
• Memorial Day,
• Independence Day,
• Labor Day,
• Veterans Day,
• Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
• Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the Governor

State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase.

Retirement - State of Louisiana employees are eligible to participate in various retirement systems (based on the type of appointment and agency for which an employee works). These retirement systems provide retirement allowances and other benefits for state officers and employees and their beneficiaries. State retirement systems may include (but are not limited to):

• Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (www.lasersonline.org). LASERS has provided this video to give you more detailed information about their system
• Teachers Retirement System of Louisiana (www.trsl.org),
• Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (www.lsers.net), among others

01

Are you Bilingual?

• Yes
• No

02

If Yes, Please list the languages that you are fluent in.

03

Developing Plans - How well do you create and organize plans to reach goals effectively?

• I set vague goals, build unstructured plans, misjudge resources, and leave out key details.
• I set clear goals, build logical strategies, and plan tasks with realistic timelines and resources.
• I align SMART goals to priorities, use evidence to guide planning, and build actionable plans with milestones.
• I anticipate risks, adapt plans, connect strategy to execution, and equip others with tools for success.

04

Developing Plans - Explain your selection by providing specific examples from your experience. Tip: Use the STAR method (situation, task, action, result) to explain how you have demonstrated this competency. Examples from work, military service, volunteering, education, or other life experiences are all valid.

05

Focusing on Customers - How well do you understand and meet the needs of internal or external customers?

• I struggle to understand customer needs, provide clear information, or resolve issues.
• I respond to customer needs with some support and build basic working relationships.
• I understand customer needs, communicate clearly, and deliver timely, reliable service.
• I anticipate customer needs, build trust, and deliver personalized, proactive service.

06

Focusing on Customers - Explain your selection by providing specific examples from your experience. Tip: Use the STAR method (situation, task, action, result) to explain how you have demonstrated this competency. Examples from work, military service, volunteering, education, or other life experiences are all valid.

07

Building and Supporting Teams - How well do you work with others to achieve shared goals and contribute to a positive team environment?

• I avoid teamwork, create conflict, or don't contribute.
• I contribute to team efforts with encouragement and guidance.
• I work well with others, contribute consistently, and support the team.
• I unite teams, build trust, and help others work through conflict.

08

Building and Supporting Teams - Explain your selection by providing specific examples from your experience. Tip: Use the STAR method (situation, task, action, result) to explain how you have demonstrated this competency. Examples from work, military service, volunteering, education, or other life experiences are all valid.

Required Question

Employer State of Louisiana

Address 1201 N 3rd St

Baton Rouge, Louisiana, 70802

Phone (866) 783-5462

Website http://agency.governmentjobs.com/louisiana/default.cfm