Employment Specialist in Östersund or Sveg

Are you ready to make a difference and help get Sweden to work? We are looking for someone who wants to work supporting job seekers and employers looking for workers. With us, you will have the opportunity to work in a stimulating and developing environment with benefits such as flexible working hours and wellness allowance. Together we will get Sweden to work. Do you want to be one of us? Our workplace Our main mission is to equip, match, and support job seekers on their path to work and/or studies, and to assist employers in finding workers, thereby contributing to skills supply and a functioning labor market. Our mission also includes conducting work-oriented rehabilitation in the form of investigative, rehabilitative, or work-preparation measures. The unit is divided into several sections, each responsible for ensuring the unit's ability to achieve set goals and expected results. We have offices in three locations: Strömsund, Sveg, and Östersund, but work with job seekers from throughout the county. Job Description As an Employment Specialist, you are an enabler and expert—a bridge between talent and need. You keep job seekers and employers in focus and make a difference every day. Through conversations, you map competencies, identify support needs, and propose concrete measures. This may include guidance, training initiatives, or development of job search strategies. You stay updated on the labor market and employers' recruitment needs. A central part of the work is to inform and communicate about the Swedish Employment Service's mission, services, rights, and obligations. You work professionally with government authority. You can handle both positive and negative decisions respectfully. You have strong communication skills, both verbal and written, and can explain regulations and adapt your language to the situation. To succeed in this role, we see that you thrive with: - Being a reliable communicator who enjoys meeting people - Easily navigating complex regulations and IT systems - Interpreting and applying laws and regulations - Documenting information securely and in a structured manner - Working to achieve set goals Your employment will begin with an introduction where you will be well equipped with the necessary skills to handle your upcoming tasks as a civil servant. If you are ready to make a difference in this important public mission, the Swedish Employment Service is the place for you! Our Offer This is a permanent full-time position that may begin with a six-month probationary period. The placement location is in Östersund or Sveg. We offer you the opportunity to work at a workplace where we value balance between work and private life. You will have access to a generous vacation agreement, flexible working hours, and the possibility to work remotely part of your time when operations allow. We also offer wellness activities during work time and a favorable wellness allowance. As an employee of the Swedish Employment Service, you also have access to skills development and career opportunities within the agency. Through our work, we contribute to an inclusive and sustainable society. More about working with us We apply individual and differentiated salary setting according to central wage agreements RALS/RALS-T. Basic Requirements for the Position - University/higher education of at least 180 credits (120 credits according to the previous system) Alternatively: - You have been employed as an employment specialist at the Swedish Employment Service and are assessed to have good conditions to meet today's requirements for employment specialists And: - At least 2 years of work experience, totaling work of at least 50 percent over a combined 2 years - Good knowledge of Swedish, i.e., good ability to communicate in speech and writing, and high reading comprehension - B-class driver's license Additional Merits for the Position - Experience working to meet and support individuals through in-person meetings, phone, and digital channels - Work experience interpreting and applying regulations - Experience with and knowledge of various types of work-related barriers (such as disabilities, substance abuse, and social welfare issues) The public sector values guide us in our daily work. As an employee of ours, you are expected to work fairly, impartially, and with high integrity, and to help maintain and strengthen trust in our agency. More about the public sector values The public sector values guide us in our daily work. As an employee of ours, you are expected to work fairly, impartially, and with high integrity, and to help maintain and strengthen trust in our agency. As a member of the Swedish Employment Service, you are expected to be: - Responsible – take responsibility for your work, collaborate, and contribute to a good work environment. - Action-oriented – take initiative, contribute to improvements, and manage change. - Results-focused – plan, follow up, and contribute to operational benefits and results. Application Does this sound like a position for you? Submit your application by August 23, 2026. Attach your CV specifying the year, month, and job responsibilities for each employment, as well as documentation proving the requirements for education and work experience in your application. It is important that you answer the selection questions in detail and truthfully so that we can get a clear picture of your experience. If requested information is not apparent, you risk being excluded from the selection. You do not need to submit a personal letter. During the recruitment process, selection tests may occur. We will keep you informed throughout the recruitment process. More about our recruitment process. If you have protected personal information, contact the recruitment partner listed in the announcement.

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