PROMISE Workforce Advisor

Do you have a heart for public service? Are you passionate about helping others succeed? If so, Iowa Workforce Development is seeking a dedicated PROMISE JOBS Workforce Advisor
. We value professionals who bring a positive, solution focused attitude and thrive in a fast-paced environment where each day brings new opportunities to support individuals and families. If you’re driven by mission, collaboration, and making a real impact, we encourage you to apply.

New Hires will start at base starting wage: $23.75/hour, $1,900.00 bi-weekly, $49,400.00 annually.

• Location:
  
  200 Army Post Rd Des Moines, IA 50315
• Schedule:
  
  Full-time | Monday – Friday | 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
• Work Flexibility:
  Current practice allows one remote day per week and alternate schedules after successful completion of 6-month probation and training.
• Some travel is required.

As a member of the IowaWORKS team, you will deliver compassionate and comprehensive case management services to Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) recipients to assess needs, identify strengths, and develop individualized employment and training plans. You will help customers navigate community resources, improve career readiness, and follow through on their goals to reach financial self-sufficiency.

Human Services & Case Management

• Provide ongoing case management to participants, including:
• Conduct assessments to identify barriers related to employment, education, transportation, childcare, health, or other life stability factors.
• Develop, update, and monitor individualized plans that outline clear, achievable steps toward self-sufficiency.
• Maintain detailed case documentation, including actions taken, referrals provided, participation, and progress toward goals.
• Provide consistent, personalized coaching, support, and follow-up to ensure customers stay motivated, engaged, and accountable throughout the entire process.

Supportive Services & Resource Navigation

• Connect customers to IowaWORKS services, community agencies, education providers, and partner organizations to address challenges.

Employment & Training Support

• Facilitate participation in employment focused activities such as job readiness workshops, career exploration, and job search.
• Support customers pursuing education, vocational training, high school completion, or HiSET preparation.

Collaboration & Compliance

• Partner closely with the Department of Health and Human Services and community organizations to coordinate services.

• Commitment to serving individuals from diverse backgrounds with empathy, professionalism, and cultural humility.
• Experience or interest in human services, case management, social work, employment services, or related fields.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to build rapport and foster trust with customers facing varied challenges.
• Strong organization and time management skills to balance multiple cases, deadlines, and program requirements.
• Flexibility in adapting to changing program needs, customer circumstances, and agency priorities.
• Ability to utilize resources and problem solve independently.
• Skill in group facilitation or leading workshops is a plus.

Working for the State of Iowa comes with its perks. In addition to a competitive salary, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and professional growth:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Coverage: Health and dental insurance packages to keep you and your family healthy at a low cost with outstanding coverage!
• Paid Time Off: Take time to recharge with paid time off, including vacation (96 hours/year to begin, increasing with years of service), sick leave (144 hours/year), and paid holidays (9 days/year).
• Retirement Plans: Participate in retirement plans such as IPERS (employees contribute 6.29% and the State of Iowa contributes 9.44%) as well as our Retirement Investors Club (RIC), Employer Sponsored Retirement Plan (the State of Iowa matches dollar for dollar up to $75/month).
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Take advantage of flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care expenses.
• Insurance…