Opportunity Accelerator Veteran Employment Specialist

Opportunity Accelerator Veteran Employment Specialist Requisition Number : OPPOR012514 Posted : May 7, 2026 Full-Time Locations Showing 1 location Travel Required : Yes Description Title: Opportunity Accelerator Veteran Employment Specialist Location: Goodwill North Central Texas - 4304 Airport Freeway, Fort Worth, Texas Work Hour: Full Time, Exempt. Typical schedule of Monday through Friday, 8 am start time Benefits: Company paid basic term life, PTO, voluntary medical, dental, vision, STD, LTD, and 401(k) The role involves recruiting and enrolling a minimum of 10 veterans per month and ensuring all required eligibility documentation is obtained and uploaded into Caseworthy. Responsibilities include assisting veterans with identifying training and employment needs, completing Job Readiness Training (JRT) and Job Readiness Certification (JRC), uploading certificates within 24 hours of completion, training veterans on online applications, resume creation, interview preparation, and job search methods, completing JRC checklist, referring participants to community resources and to the Job Placement Specialist, coordinating recruitment sites, managing case notes and documentation in Caseworthy, researching and scheduling outreach site visits, staying current with best practices and labor market information, completing at least 30 professional development hours annually, submitting weekly and monthly reports, attending training and department meetings, safeguarding company property, and driving a van to transport clients for job fairs and recruitment events. The position also includes additional duties as assigned to support successful operation of the department and program. Skills / Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Education, Marketing, Communications, Social Work, or related field. Strong communication skills, including public speaking and writing. Proficiency in standard computer operations and relevant software (Microsoft Office, Adobe PageMaker, Photoshop). Physical Requirements The incumbent must work at a fast pace, spend approximately 50% of time in an office and the remainder in client settings or community events. Must be able to access file cabinets, office equipment, and provide own transportation to off-site facilities, job fairs, and events; also utilize agency van. Requires cell phone or smartphone communication and mobility. Legal Requirements Must complete I-9 documentation and pass drug screen and background check. Must meet qualifications set by Texas Department of Assistive and Rehabilitation Services. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr Serve Denton