Development Specialist - TANF Program

Employment Development Specialist – TANF Program

Join to apply for the Employment Development Specialist – TANF Program role s grant‑funded position runs through June 30, 2026, offering $20.25 hour and the chance to help individuals receiving TANF benefits achieve their employment goals.

Important Requirement:
Candidates must have a valid driver’s license, access to reliable transportation, and a clean driving record for the past 3 years, as local travel is a key part of the role.

• 💵 Competitive Pay: $20.25/hour
• 🌍 Impactful Work:
  Help individuals receiving TANF benefits achieve employment goals
• 🏡 Hybrid Flexibility:
  Some remote work possible, but primarily field & community‑based in Charlottesville, VA region
• 🤝 Build Connections:
  Engage with local employers and community partners
• 🚗 On-the-Go:
  Perfect for those who thrive outside the office

The Employment Development Specialist will develop community employment opportunities and provide community‑based job development, as well as supporting advancement opportunities for people receiving TANF benefits. This is a grant‑funded position and is expected to end 06/30/2026.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. These duties and responsibilities will be rated on the Annual Performance Review.

• Conduct intakes, inventories, and assessments with individuals to establish employment goals.
• Provide job development services to support individuals to find employment that matches career fields of interest, strengths, and support needs.
• Provide post‑employment services including job coaching, follow‑along, and travel training to ensure employment retention, satisfaction, and growth.
• Develop positive relationships with businesses, community agencies, other departments, and outside vendors.
• Complete accurate and timely monthly billing reports, participant reports, case notes, and other supporting documentation, meeting utilization expectations.

• Perform task and job‑site analysis on selected sites to assure appropriate job matches.
• Provide consultation, guidance, and disability awareness training (as needed) to employers and business representatives.
• Coordinate and participate in interdisciplinary team process and other meetings pertaining to participant’s individual support plan; prepare annual individual support plans.
• Perform other responsibilities as assigned.

• High school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) required.
• Bachelor’s degree in human services, education, marketing, or related field strongly preferred. One (1) year of related experience can substitute for one year of education.
• Minimum one (1) year of related human service experience required.
• Valid driver’s license and/or access to reliable transportation to perform local work‑related travel 50% of the time. Eligible drivers must have a good motor vehicle record (MVR).
• Availability and willingness to travel to multiple locations in the broader local area, at times with little notice required.
• Availability and willingness to work flexible hours, when needed, including weekends and evenings required.
• Job development or vocational support skills preferred.
• Marketing or sales skills preferred.
• Case management and/or documentation knowledge preferred.
• Fluency in a second language (ASL, Spanish) preferred.

• Ability to relate well to people at all levels of an organization.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Detail‑oriented and able to carry out work with the highest levels of accuracy.
• A desire to achieve and exceed monthly expectations.
• Goal oriented and independently motivated.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office skills, and the ability to become familiar with corporate‑specific programs and software such as Zoom and Microsoft Teams.
• Ability to solve practical problems and adapt to new information and guidance quickly.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent customer service skills (virtually and face‑to‑face).

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