Workforce Development Specialist

Summary This position is located in the U. S. Department of Labor (DOL), Employment and Training Administration (ETA), National Office, Office of Workforce Investment (OWI). ETA contributes to the more efficient functioning of the U.S. labor market by providing high quality job training, employment, labor market information, and income maintenance services primarily through state and local workforce development systems. Responsibilities For the GS-13 Workforce Development Specialist position the duties include: - Expert in employment related issues and effective strategies for ensuring individuals, who have barriers to employment and are low-income, have access to career services, skill development, and workforce protections offered under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act. - Interprets Federal requirements and procedures to assist grant recipients in complying with regulations and guidance. - Leads the development of guidance, Funding Opportunity Announcements, briefing mate...