H-2A/H-2B Program Coordinator

Unleash your potential and make an impact! The Department of Commerce, Division of Workforce Solutions is currently accepting applications for the H-2A/H-2B Program Coordinator located in Raleigh.

****** Recruitment Range $37,782 to $59,035 ***   Salary Grade NC08

The Division of Workforce Solutions is currently working a Hybrid (onsite/offsite) Teleworking schedule.

The North Carolina Department of Commerceis the states lead agency for economic, community, and workforce development.  The Department works with local, regional, national and international organizations to fulfill its mission to improve the economic well-being and quality of life for all North Carolinians.  The mission of the North Carolina Division of Workforce Solutions (DWS) is to develop North Carolinas workforce talent, help individuals advance their career opportunities, and meet business workforce needs by connecting talent to jobs. The DWS is responsible for administering federal workforce programs that help individuals gain skills and find employment, and help businesses find the workforce they need to be successful. Across the state, there are 80+ career centers which support individuals finding work and pursuing education and training and connect businesses with the well-trained, diverse talent they need. The centers are customer-centric, designed to meet the needs of customers, individuals and businesses.

The Foreign Labor Services Unit provides comprehensive employment, training, and supportive services to job seekers and employers.  Special emphasis is placed on services to Foreign Labor certification recipients to ensure that they are served comparably to the general applicant population.  Primary emphasis is placed on assisting employers with foreign labor certification petitions and applications for job openings not filled by domestic workers. 

The primary role of this position is to assist employers in submitting and processing job orders for H-2A (temporary agricultural workers) and H-2B (temporary non-agricultural workers) visa programs in compliance with state and federal labor laws.  The H-2A/H-2B Program Coordinator ensures that all job orders meet legal requirements and are accurately entered into the state workforce database accurately and timely.  Additionally, this position will ensure that required recruitment efforts are followed and documented and reported appropriately.  This position will work closely with employer partners to provide assistance and guidance including the filing process, documentation, and compliance standards.

Incentives of NC State Employment We value our employees and offer a wide variety of competitive and family-friendly benefits. Benefits to include:

• 12 Annual Paid Holidays 
• North Carolina State Health Plan administered by Aetna
• Supplemental Benefits including Flexible Spending Accounts, Accident Insurance, Cancer & Specified Disease, Critical Illness, Dental and Vision 
• NC State Retirement (TSERS)
• WeSave Employee Discounts

Learn more about new hire resources, safety, health, and wellness information, leave options, employee discounts and more by selecting the benefits link. 

Please Note: It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive information. Information should be provided in the appropriate areas to include the beginning and ending dates of jobs worked, education with the date graduated, all work experience, and certificates/licenses.  Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position. 

About the Department of Commerce

The North Carolina Department of Commerce is the states lead agency for economic, community and workforce development. The department works with local, regional, national and international organizations to fulfill its mission to improve the economic well-being and quality of life for all North Carolinians. 

Commerce is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws and Executive Orders. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job. 

Our Agency uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. All applicants must complete and submit a state application for employment using the NEOGOV Online Job Application System (OSHR - Work for NC) for the State of North Carolina. 

**PLEASE NOTE**It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive information. Information should be provided in the appropriate areas to include the beginning and ending dates of jobs worked, education with the date graduated, all work experience, and certificates/licenses.  Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.  Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application. Answers to Supplemental Questions must refer to education or work experience listed on this application to receive credit. Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.  To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the online application form.  Any information omitted from the application cannot be considered in screening for qualifying credit.  Attached or incorporated resumes (including Text resumes on application form) WILL NOT be used for screening for qualifying credit. Please make sure you complete the application in full. "See Resume" or "See Attachment"will NOT be accepted and will be considered an incomplete application and will not be processed.  For additional information about applications and processes with the state of NC, please visit:  How Do I Get the Job.  

For consideration for this vacancy, all applicants must complete an on-line application using this link, https://www.governmentjobs.com/Applications/Index/northcarolina.  If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the posting close date will be evaluated for consideration.

Applications for positions requiring specific coursework must be accompanied by a copy of the applicants transcript.  If applicants earned college credit hours but did not complete a degree program, they must attach an unofficial transcript to each application to receive credit for this education.  If applicants earned college credit hours but did not complete a degree program, they must attach an unofficial transcript to each application to receive credit for this education. 

***INCLUDE ALL RELEVANT EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE IN THE DESIGNATED EDUCATION AND WORK HISTORY SECTION ON THE FORMAL APPLICATION***   

If you have student loans, becoming a state employee includes eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Visitwww.studentaid.gov to learn more.

• Applicants seeking Veterans Preference must attach a DD-214 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.
• Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach a NGB 23A (RPAS) if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing.  If a former member of the NC National Guard who served for at least 6 years and was discharged under honorable conditions, they must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22.
• Applicants requesting and receiving an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) are eligible to submit paper applications via mail or by fax.

Re-Entry for Formerly Incarcerated IndividualsOur Agency supports the Governors Executive Order 303which seeks to re-employ individuals that were previously incarcerated.  Formerly incarcerated individuals are invited to apply for any vacant Commerce position(s) in which they believe they are qualified.

By providing the requested information, you certify that you have given true, accurate and complete information on this attachment to the best of your knowledge. In the event confirmation is needed in connection with your work, you authorize educational institutions, associations, registration and licensing boards, and others to furnish whatever detail is available concerning your qualifications. You authorize investigation of all statements made in this application and understand that false information or documentation, or a failure to disclose relevant information may be grounds for rejection of your application, disciplinary action or dismissal if you are employed, and(or) criminal action. You further understand that dismissal upon employment shall be mandatory if fraudulent disclosures are given to meet position qualifications (Authority: GS 126-30, GS 14- 122.1).

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account and click "Application Status." If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted by management. If you are no longer under consideration, you will receive an email notification.

For technical issues with your application, please call the GovernmentJobs.com Applicant Support Help Line at 855.524.5627.

Samantha CostaRecruitment/Salary Admin TechNorth Carolina Department of Commerce**************@commerce.nc.gov

Information :

• Company : North Carolina - North Carolina Government
• Position : H-2A/H-2B Program Coordinator
• Location : Wake County, NC
• Country : US