Recruiter 2

Supplemental Information

ANNOUNCEMENT NO. 062-2024
OPENING DATE: April 12, 2024
CLOSING DATE: April 24, 2024
JOB TYPE: Unclassified
LOCATION: Education Programs Headquarters, Gillis W. Long Center, Carville, LA
SALARY: MA-615/ $40,914 - $80,267 annually

BENEFITS
Retirement: Louisiana State Retirement System (LASERS), Deferred Compensation
Insurance: Medical, Life, Dental & Vision
Paid Holidays: 10 days per year, additional holidays may be proclaimed.
Paid Leave: Annual and Sick, rate increases with tenure.

The Louisiana Military Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer and State as a Model Employer (SAME) to promote diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

In accordance with R.S. 42:1701, if you are nominated for this position, you will be required to undergo a criminal background check prior to commencement of employment with the Louisiana Military Department.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Learn scripted dialog and presentation scripts. As a representative of 3 Louisiana National Guard Youth Challenge Program (YCP)locations, recruiters must memorize a large amount of detailed information regarding every aspect and phase of YCP, which may vary dependent upon location, in order to communicate that information publicly, by giving presentations, and communicating with both potential applicants and family members of cadets currently enrolled. Through partnerships and developed relationships with “stakeholders” in assigned territories solicit, arrange and conduct informational presentations/meetings for personnel and interested persons within school, government and community agencies statewide in order to promote and market LANG YCP. Establish and maintain a physical folder of all school, government and community contacts and “stakeholders” within each assigned territory/parish. The folder should contain “stakeholder” contact information and documentation of personal visits, points of contact and after-action notes for follow up tasks and future appointments. Establish and utilize an electronic mapping database of all school, government and community locations within assigned territories/parishes. Maps should contain physical address, GPS coordinates and contact information to locate organizations and agencies while traveling. Recruiters maintain and access contact points and travel routes utilizing software on smartphone devices while performing job duties while traveling. Recruiter utilizes “event tracker” documents to schedule upcoming calendar obligations and maintain departmental records of events & presentations as part of after-action duties. This may include but not limited to attending conferences, parish/statewide events, presentations and other events as needed. Model professional behavior and demonstrate appropriate boundaries consistent with a state employee who works closely with at-risk youth. Strict professionalism is expected at all times in dress, communication and conduct. Recruiters are expected to dress in business casual attire and wear a provided YCP uniform shirt when attending conferences, networking meetings and when delivering information presentations. At all other times, and when uniform shirts are not worn, business casual attire should be fit and worn in such a way that is considered modest and in compliance with YCP Dress Code Policy. Maintain professional, approachable, transparent and proactive communication with YCP staff and departments through participation in YCP program events such as Intake Days, Family Days and Graduations. Assist with media relations as assigned at YCP Family Days and Graduations. This may involve working cooperatively with program leadership and staff to assist media personnel to take photographs or conduct interviews. This may also involve taking photos and videos as assigned to distribute to media upon request the same day as the event. Media Advisories and Press Releases may also be assigned at discretion of supervisor. Utilize “Media Questions and Answer” document in addition to sound judgment and professional experience in order to represent Louisiana Youth Challenge Programs through participations is assigned television tapings, and radio recordings in order to recruit, promote and market YCP, program interviews, and upcoming events. Research and recommend new/updated/innovative advertising strategies in order to recruit, promote and market LANG YCP. Research and recommend new/updated policies which will improve departmental effectiveness and promote departmental goals. Maintain honest and accurate record of time and attendance while performing job duties and responsibilities, which includes documentation with leave slips/k-time slips. In accordance with departmental travel” and “budget” Standard Operating Procedures, work closely with YCP program budget departments to complete and submit all travel forms and documents: submit necessary credit card statement documentation required prior to suspense within software system, submit J6 documents, per diem vouchers and hotel expenditures. Abide by all GSA guidelines, and operating procedures. Maintain responsibility for care and condition of assigned GSA vehicle, including performance of regular preventative maintenance inspections. Work cooperatively with families, applicants and representatives of organizations/agencies both in person and by phone. Meet deadlines designated by supervisors. Adhere to all state and organizational policies and procedures. Perform other duties as assigned.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:
High school diploma or equivalency required. Two-year Associate Degree or directly applicable experience preferred. Additional certifications, licenses and trainings are favorable. Previous experience working or volunteering with youth development programs and agencies is highly recommended. As a representative of both the Louisiana National Guard and the Louisiana National Guard Youth Challenge Program, employee is required to dress professionally and maintain strict professional appearance and dress in compliance with Louisiana State Military Department and Louisiana National Guard Education Programs Dress Code Policy. Excellent, effective and efficient interpersonal communication and presentation skills are required. Employee must be able to work both independently and as a team member, depending on the nature of the task required, to engage and inform peers, superiors, subordinates, agency personnel, potential applicants, family members and the general public. Ability to research, identify, organize, implement and execute outreach activities is required. Employee must be able to independently travel extensively statewide (occasionally overnight) in order to present program information. Technological proficiency is required. Abilities should be considered above average, and not limited to a basic understanding of word processing programs. Utilizing a wide variety of applications, programs and devices quickly and expertly is expected in order to maximize job performance. Available to report to duty during emergency or disaster situations is required.

GENERAL: Must have a valid Driver’s License, Social Security Card and Birth Certificate. Must qualify to obtain a Department of Defense Common Access Card (CAC) Card. Periodic travel may be required. Must be available to report to duty during emergency or disaster situations. Must have the ability to work and communicate effectively with agency personnel, peers, superiors, subordinates and the public.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Must meet physical requirements to perform functions of the position. Must attend/complete all LMD annual training and other training required for the position. Must adhere to the Code of Ethics and foster a Sexual Harassment-Free Environment.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: By submitting an application for employment with the Military Department, the applicant agrees to the following conditions of employment:

• Salary is paid by Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) / Direct Deposit Only. A checking or savings account is required for employment.
• The LA Military Department is a substance abuse and drug free workplace. To become an employee of the Louisiana Military Department/Louisiana State Guard, the selected applicant must pass a pre-employment background investigation and pre-employment drug test. Thereafter, all employees are subject to random drug testing.