Migrant State Recruiter

Full-Time/Part Time: Full-Time
Overview: Migrant Education personnel are professionals who work with an externally funded program in connection with the division's multitude of outreach and engagement activities. The Migrant Education Program ( MEP ) is delivered under contract with the Illinois State Board of Education. The Migrant Education State Recruiter is the state recruiter for eligible migrant children throughout the State of Illinois. Employee will travel throughout Illinois (travel is reimbursed) and must be bilingual in English-Spanish. This position will serve the southern 1/3 of the state of Illinois, including, but not limited to south of Decatur and Springfield. Position Summary: The Migrant Education State Recruiter is responsible for identifying and interviewing grant-eligible children. Will work with school districts, social service providers, migrant programs and employers, and others. Will learn and stay current with all Federal and State regulations, responsible for recruiter training programs. There are several recruiters geographically located in places where migrant families typically are employed – this position is the state recruiter who is responsible for the southern 1/3 of the state of Illinois. This position is grant-funded.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Recruiter for Migrant Children Across Illinois Recruit MEP -eligible migrant children and encourage children and their parents/guardians to participate in program services. Maintain current knowledge about all Federal and State regulations
pertinent to the identification and recruitment of migrant children and
youth. Research potentially-eligible migrant populations in targeted areas of
Illinois by working collaboratively with school districts, social service
providers, migrant programs, migrant employers, and others. Follow up on leads and travel to various locations throughout the state
of Illinois including migrant housing, employment sites (farms and
processing plants), social service agencies, school districts, and other
locations, to identify the presence and location of migrant children. Work with local grantees to ensure areas within their responsibility are
covered. Cover areas of the state which are not part of the local grantees'
territory. Work collaboratively including, but not limited to, reporting findings
regarding the presence of MEP -eligible children to the Illinois State
ID&R Coordinator in a timely manner and plan follow-up activities and
any changes in the recruitment plan jointly. Identification of Migrant Children and Determination of Pre-Eligibility Identify and interview potentially-eligible children and families and explain the MEP to them. Assist in the preparation and delivery of training to various personnel
like business HR people and school district staff, providing technical
assistance, as needed. Facilitate communication among migrant families, school/ MEP
programs, and communities, and serve as an advocate for MEPeligible
children. Maintain sensitivity to the strengths and challenges of the migrant
population and culture. Complete the appropriate paperwork, including Certificates of
Eligibility (CoE), Out of School Youth Profiles, and Migrant Education
Program Recruiter Logs. Work closely with the Eligibility Coordinator to ensure CoEs are
accurately completed and information is submitted in the proper
systems. Participate in Quality Control procedures as they relate to training, eligibility determinations, and documentation. Technical Assistance and Training Plan, coordinate and participate in monthly recruiter training and CoE training to local grantee staff including additional training in programs who submit consistently inaccurate CoEs Participate in technical assistance programs from IL MEP and Identification and Recruitment Consortium ( IDRC ) for MEP project personnel in completing required COE information, data analysis, and maintaining various records as need by entities. Expand the network of individuals and agencies capable of contributing to the knowledge of migrant populations in Illinois. Evaluation and Program Improvement Oversee data collection and analysis for meeting federal and state requirements. Conduct a continuous improvement process that upgrades methodologies, technologies and reference materials, producing metrics that establish program accountability. Plan, coordinate and participate in monthly recruiter training and CoE training to local grantee staff including additional training in programs who submit consistently inaccurate CoEs Participate in technical assistance programs from IL MEP and Identification and Recruitment Consortium ( IDRC ) for MEP project personnel in completing required COE information, data analysis, and maintaining various records as need by entities Expand the network of individuals and agencies capable of contributing to the knowledge of migrant populations in Illinois. Specialty Factors (Civil Service): Bilingual – English/Spanish
Minimum Required Qualifications (Civil Service): High school diploma or equivalent. One (1) year (12 months) of experience (paid or unpaid) in advocacy, social services or educational systems to support immigrant, Latinx or other refugees. Minimum Required Qualifications (SPS): N/A
Salary: Commensurate with experience and qualifications. NIU offers a robust Benefits Package.
Application Procedure: Application Procedures: Fully complete the Education and Work History sections of the application. Be specific on your entire work history, including employment dates and duties for all positions held. Applicable part-time work experience will be considered toward qualifying for this position; however, it will be converted to a full-time equivalency to determine combined length of experience. Important: Please upload any unofficial transcript(s) and/or documentation that verifies any education, experience, and/or training you have received. If eligible for Veteran's Preference Points, DD214/DD215/NGB22/DD256 paperwork reflecting an Honorable Discharge MUST be uploaded to this application to receive the maximum eligible points on the Civil Service examination. After the posting has closed, your submission will be reviewed to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for the classification, including any specialty factors associated with this position. If you meet the minimum required qualifications for this position, you will receive a score based on your education and experience, and your name will be placed on the active employment register. Please monitor your e-mail for further information regarding your application. Emails will be generated from and . Please add these emails to your address book to ensure timely delivery of any future communication. Applicants must be a current citizen or resident of the State of Illinois to move forward in the hiring process. Credentials Assessment Examination: The examination for this position is a Credentials Assessment and is based on your application materials as submitted for this posting. A Credential Assessment is a rating by the Human Resources Office of an applicant's/employee's education, experience, and special credentials/qualifications (licenses, etc.). Applicants are required to upload documentation to verify the minimum qualifications for this position has been met. Required documentation noted in the posting, such as a driver's license, licensures, or certifications MUST be uploaded with your application materials. After assessment of all qualified applicants has been completed for this position, the names with the top three (3) scores will be referred to the hiring department for interview. Additional Details: Click on Community Outreach Worker for more information including salary ranges, typical duties, minimum acceptable qualifications, and testing requirements. Applicants who may assume they do not meet the exact minimum qualifications are still invited to apply. Within the application documents, applicants should be sure to explain how their credentials and related qualifications address the requested minimum requirements. Please click on Human Resource Services – Benefits for detailed information about Northern Illinois University's benefits package. Employment is contingent upon your passing a criminal background investigation. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources. EEO Statement Summary: In accordance with applicable statutes and regulations, NIU is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, age, disability (physical and mental), marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender (identity and expression), political affiliation, or any other factor unrelated to professional qualifications, and will comply with all applicable federal and state statutes, regulations and orders pertaining to nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action.
The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:
Ethics and Compliance Officer, Title IX Coordinator
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