Senior Specialist, DWED, Multiple Vacancies

College of Southern Nevada

. Conduct veteran intake, eligibility verification, barriers assessment, and Individual Employment Plan development .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeNevada • United StatesSenior💰 $61,553 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in veteran intake, eligibility verification, and Individual Employment Plan development, while providing trauma-informed coaching and support for job readiness and placement. Proficient in case management systems and committed to culturally responsive service delivery.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Veteran IntakeTrauma-Informed CoachingCase Management SystemsWorkforce DevelopmentBilingual Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Eligibility VerificationIndividual Employment Plan DevelopmentJob Readiness WorkshopsResume DevelopmentInterview PreparationDigital Literacy SupportPerformance TrackingData EntryDocumentation StandardsEmployer Partnerships

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationMotivational InterviewingCoaching SkillsRelationship BuildingCulturally Responsive Service Delivery

Tools & Technologies

Case Management Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree or Higher in Education or Related Field

Industry Keywords

HVRPWIOA Title IVA ProgramsWorkforce AgenciesCommunity-Based Organizations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct veteran intake, eligibility verification, barriers assessment, and Individual Employment Plan development
Provide trauma-informed coaching, referrals, progress monitoring, and coordination with housing, behavioral health, and supportive service providers
Facilitate job readiness workshops, resume development, interview preparation, digital literacy support, and career navigation
Build and maintain employer relationships, coordinate hiring events, and support work-based learning and placement pipelines
Maintain case notes, eligibility documentation, IEPs, and performance tracking according to Department of Labor HVRP guidelines
Provide post-placement support for 270 days to promote job stability, advancement, and continued services
Enter data into case management systems and prepare required reports
Coordinate with the VA, community-based organizations, workforce agencies, and CSN departments
Travel regularly to community partners, employer sites, and outreach locations
Support HVRP enrollment, placement, retention benchmarks, compliance, employer partnerships, and participant outcomes

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Education or a related field; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience
2-3 years of experience working with veterans, homeless populations, or high-barrier jobseekers
Experience supporting veterans with disabilities, justice-involved veterans, or veterans experiencing homelessness preferred
Knowledge of workforce development, case management, and wraparound service coordination
Strong communication, motivational interviewing, and trauma-informed coaching skills
Ability to build employer partnerships and align training with labor market needs
Proficiency with case management systems and documentation standards
Commitment to equity, dignity, and culturally responsive service delivery
Military service or experience working in organizations serving veterans
Familiarity with HVRP, WIOA Title I, VA programs, and regional workforce systems
Bilingual proficiency (English/Spanish or other languages common among Nevada veterans)
Resume/CV, cover letter, three professional references, and unofficial academic transcripts required
Must be a U.S. citizen or an alien authorized to work in the U.S.; CSN does not sponsor H-1B visas absent exceptional circumstances
May require a criminal background check
May be required to demonstrate ability to perform job-related tasks

Benefits

Comp & perks

Grant-in-Aid: Tuition & fee assistance for employees and their families at NSHE institutions
Variety of time off options
12 paid holidays per year
Customizable health insurance plans for employees and dependents
Retirement plan with 19.25% participant contribution and 100% employer match
On-site Early Childhood Education Center services
Learning and professional development opportunities
Active CSN Affinity Groups focused on campus-wide diversity initiatives