Professional Career Opportunities - Job Title Details
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You are currently viewing archived title information for Examination 20-140 PCO-Professional Career Opportunities, held in April 2014. View current title information for PCO-Professional Career Opportunities.
Jobs Program Specialist
Occupation Group
Health and Human Services
Salary Information
Starting Salary
$45,940
Career Ladder Information
| Title | Grade | Hiring Rate/yr | Job Rate/yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jobs Program Specialist Trainee 1 | 13 | $49,363 | $63,169 |
| Jobs Program Specialist Trainee 2 | 14 | $52,198 | $66,634 |
| Jobs Program Specialist | 16 | $58,247 | $74,135 |
All salary grades for trainees titles are non-statutory (NS) equated to the salary grade identified. These grade equations apply to the starting salaries in their respective salary schedule for the traineeship levels.
Job Description
Individuals in this job title provide services necessary to help certain low-income individuals obtain and maintain employment. Services provided include completing client assessments to identify work history, training and education credentials, employment preferences, barriers to employment and other factors needed to support an effective job search. They help clients identify available job openings, prepare employment resumes and may provide work readiness training for clients on topics such as how to complete an on-line job application and appropriate work habits. They engage in frequent written and oral communications with clients and employers and function with a high degree of independence when helping clients obtain employment.
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Advanced Placement
If chosen, you may, at the agency's discretion, be appointed to a higher level. You must inform the agency of any additional qualifications at your interview.
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How to Apply
The November 2022 PCO Examination is closed, applications are no longer being accepted