Disabled Veterans Outreach Provider (DVOP)/Workforce Consultant- Bozeman

Note: Employees for the State of Montana must reside within Montana. All applications and required application documents must be submitted through the MT Careers site at:https://mtstatejobs.taleo.net/careersection/200/jobdetail.ftl?job=26141591 &tz=GMT-06:00&tzname=America/Denver

What if your next mission built on your commitment to service, helping veterans and community members move toward meaningful, lasting careers? In this dual role as a Disabled Veteran Outreach Provider (DVOP)/Workforce Consultant with the Bozeman Job Service, you will put your experience to work in a purpose-driven, team-oriented environment. You will guide individuals in identifying strengths, connecting to employment, and navigating a clear path forward while collaborating with local employers and partners to strengthen a resilient, mission-ready community. If you are driven by service and ready to continue making a difference, this is your next mission.

MISSION STATEMENT:

Empowering all Montanans through work and opportunity.

It's about the people and the impact we make in our communities every day. We are proud of our open, team-based, supportive, and collaborative work environments. Learn more about DLI here.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

As a Workforce Consultant / Disabled Veteran Outreach Provider (DVOP), you will play a key role in empowering job seekers and eligible veterans to achieve meaningful employment and career growth. You will collaborate with individuals to develop personalized job search plans, provide individualized support through career counseling and resource coordination, and help clients enhance their job‑readiness skills so they can connect with opportunity. By building strong connections with local employers, facilitating workshops, and offering up‑to‑date labor market insights, you will serve as a vital bridge between talent and opportunity, contributing to a stronger workforce and resilient community.

In order to qualify for this position, you must be one of the following:
• Qualified service-connected disabled veterans.
• Qualified eligible veterans, or
*• Qualified eligible persons, as defined in Title 38, United States Code, Section 4101(5).*

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU:

• This role offers a clear pathway to translating your military experience into a meaningful civilian career while continuing your commitment to service.
• As you develop and implement personalized job search plans, you’ll strengthen your ability to assess strengths, identify barriers, and create structured, goal-oriented strategies, building on skills often developed through mission planning and operational execution.
• Through ongoing case management and one-on-one counseling, you’ll expand your leadership and communication abilities in a civilian context, learning how to guide, coach, and support individuals from a wide range of backgrounds.
• You’ll gain hands-on experience navigating workforce systems, VA-related resources, and community partnerships, helping you understand how public, private, and nonprofit sectors work together to support employment and economic stability.
• By coordinating services and tracking outcomes, you’ll build practical experience in data-informed decision-making, documentation, and program accountability; skills highly valued across many civilian career paths.
• Leading workshops, supporting job seekers, and collaborating with employers will further strengthen your public speaking, facilitation, and relationship-building skills, preparing you for roles in workforce development, program management, or community leadership.
• This full-time role offers the chance to continue serving your community in Montana while building a civilian career, with access to outdoor recreation, strong local connections, and a high quality of life.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Empower clients and eligible veterans to take charge of their career journey by developing and implementing personalized job search plans that identify the services, training, and supports needed for lasting employment success.
• Discover potential and uncover barriers through interest and skill assessments that inform strategic, meaningful employment pathways tailored to each individual’s strengths, needs, and goals.
• Provide dedicated, ongoing guidance with case management and career counseling that connects clients to programs, resources, and supports, including veteran specific services, that move them closer to their goals.
• Champion access and opportunity by helping clients navigate workforce programs, veteran services, community resources, and partner services with clarity and confidence.
• Drive progress through collaboration by coordinating and tracking client activities, services, and outcomes to ensure steady advancement toward employment milestones and program performance goals.
• Inspire career readiness by coaching clients to strengthen job search techniques, refine resumes and applications, practice interviewing, and overcome obstacles to success, including barriers commonly experienced by disabled veterans and other eligible veterans.
• Build lasting bridges between people and opportunity by facilitating workshops, partnering with employers, and sharing up to date labor market insights that help shape a responsive, future ready workforce.
• Engage employers and community partners to identify hiring needs, create referral pipelines, and increase awareness of the skills and contributions of veterans and other job seekers served by the program