Career Specialist

Housing Economic & Employment Services Division

10/26/26

Individual Contributor

40

This position is eligible for Standard Benefits which includes dental, medical, and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement matching, wellness programs, and tuition reimbursement.

JOB DESCRIPTION

SUMMARY:

Welcome to the dynamic and innovative team at the Workforce Colorado Jefferson, Clear Creek, Gilpin (JCG), where passion meets purpose! As a vital resource hub serving Jefferson, Clear Creek, and Gilpin counties, Workforce Colorado facilitates successful connections between job seekers and businesses. Our array of services and programs assess job seekers’ career interests, impart necessary employment skills, and explore diverse career opportunities.

If you're passionate about making a difference and enjoy guiding individuals to discover their purpose, the Career Specialist position might be your ideal fit. Working as a Career Specialist for Workforce Colorado JCG offers a unique and fulfilling opportunity to make a tangible impact on individuals and communities. The role involves guiding individuals to discover their purpose, advocating for equitable access and economic mobility, and supporting underrepresented populations.

Workforce Colorado JCG serves as a dynamic and innovative hub, fostering collaboration, creativity, and growth. As a Career Specialist, you'll play a vital role in shaping the future of workforce development programs, contributing to the success of job seekers and businesses in Jefferson, Clear Creek, and Gilpin counties. The position provides a platform for resource connectors, planners, advocates, and problem solvers to utilize their skills in creating positive changes.

With a commitment to excellence and a supportive work environment, working as a Career Specialist in Jefferson County allows individuals to redefine possibilities, build a rewarding career, and make a meaningful impact on the community.

This position is structured as a hybrid role, combining in‑office work Monday through Thursday and remote work on Fridays.

Hiring Range: $26.00-$27.00 USD Hourly

Compensation will be determined based on education, experience and skills.

• medical, dental, and vision insurance
• paid time off and holidays, including a starting bank of 40 hours of PTO for new hires
• retirement matching
• wellness programs
• tuition reimbursement
• flexible schedules
• and more

• Conducting individual career coaching sessions with participants to evaluate their prior work experience, transferable skills, and career goals, and helping them to work through barriers to employment (addresses barriers for participants by coming up with creative solutions and connecting participants with local community service providers and resources).
• Providing career and job readiness guidance to job seekers through Trauma
  - Informed customer service. These services may include but are not limited to:
  • Provide technical support to job seekers and customers, including assistance in the computer lab, troubleshooting the career services website or user interfaces, and supporting individuals with online registration and navigation of digital career tools.
  • Intake and initial assessment to determine participants’ goals, aptitude, and ability to obtain employment
  • Determine suitability and eligibility for participants program enrollment.
  • Guide, support, and monitor participants’ progress towards employment goals through recurring coaching meetings and follow-up communication.
  • Advise and guide job seekers with making occupational or career decisions along with identifying and addressing barriers to…