Workforce Program Specialist

Employer: Geauga County Job and Family Services

Location: 12611 Ravenwood Drive;
Chardon, OH 44024

Job Title: Workforce Program Specialist

Base Rate: $24.21/hour, commensurate with qualifications and experience

• Friendly work culture
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and personal days
• 11 paid holidays per calendar year
• No-cost life insurance coverage
• Excellent rates on medical, dental, and prescription coverage (or waiver option) available

Hours of Work: 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, occasional evening and weekend community events

Geauga JFS is seeking a dynamic Workforce Program Specialist to join our Ohio Means Jobs  team. This position is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing workforce and community programs. This role supports job seekers through career coaching and eligibility assessments, collaborates with local businesses on talent acquisition, and works with partner agencies to promote employment initiatives. The position also monitors program compliance, budgets, contracts, and grant activities, while representing the agency in community forums and maintaining strong inter‑agency coordination.

Job duties include but are not limited to: assessing eligibility and providing career services to youth and adult job seekers; coordinating and managing workforce programs and service delivery systems; supporting local employers with recruitment, training, and placement services; monitoring program budgets, contracts, and grant applications; overseeing OMJ Career Center operations and directing staff; representing the agency at community events and staying current on workforce trends.

Interviews, evaluates, and works with OWF and SNAP Employment and Training applicants in work activity programs and assigns work and reviews completed work assignments.

The successful candidate is organized, collaborative, and committed to helping others succeed. Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities are key to thriving in this role.

• Associate degree or equivalent coursework in human services, social sciences, social work, business administration, or other related field
• One to two years of experience coordinating or administering human services programs
• Valid driver’s license, proof of insurance, and good driving record
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug screening and FBI/BCI&I background checks

Geauga County Job and Family Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.