Training Specialist V San Francisco Human Services Agency; X00110

• Full-time
• Certification Rule:
  Rule of 10
• Exam Type:
  Class Based Test
• Work Hours:
  
  Regular
• Job Code and
  
  Title:
  
  9706-Employment & Training Specialist V
• Fill Type:
  Permanent Civil Service
• Eligible List Type:
  Combined Promotive and Entrance
• Compensation: USD 123,370 - USD 149,916 - yearly

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• Application Opening: Thursday, February 26, 2026
• Final date to receive applications: The final day to apply is March 11, 2026

San Francisco is a vibrant and dynamic city, on the forefront of economic growth & innovation, urban development, arts & entertainment, as well as social issues & change. This rich tapestry of culture and ideas is sustained by our City's commitment to heighten the quality of life for the diverse population of San Franciscans and residents of the greater Bay Area.

Our employees play an important role not only in making our City what it is today, but also in shaping the future of San Francisco.

OUR COMMITMENT TO RACIAL EQUITY

As we work towards our vision of an inclusive San Francisco, we embrace our responsibility to root out systemic racism by creating services and a workforce which reflect the lived experiences and strengths of the people we serve. We are committed to fostering a work environment where our differences are celebrated and everyone has what they need to thrive--no matter their race, age, ability, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, or country of origin.  

to learn more about what this commitment looks like in action.

Under general direction, the 9706 Employment & Training Specialist V performs complex and highly responsible professional and technical vocational work in the areas of monitoring, evaluation, planning, program operations, and special projects. The incumbent may perform advanced technical work across multiple phases of vocational training and job development, serving as a key resource and subject matter expert. This position also directs and supervises subordinate staff engaged in various aspects of vocational programming and service delivery.

According to Civil Service Commission Rule 109, the duties specified below are representative of the range of duties assigned to this job class and are not intended to be an inclusive list.

1. Supervises a team of employment specialists and supporting staff in providing training, vocational counseling and related services to program participants; develops and designs workshops, course outlines and mock examinations; trains employment specialists in the conduct of workshops and provision of counseling services; develops informational materials, program proposals and work schedules for the provision of training and workforce development services.

2. Prepares program proposals with estimated cost statements for presentation.

3. Meets with representatives of government, civil, business, labor, prospective contractors, and community organizations for purposes of planning, developing, monitoring or evaluating vocational programs and proposals.

4. May be assigned to lead a special project involving the planning, research, development, or implementation of a technical phase of vocational programming; prepares various memoranda, correspondence, records, and reports with recommendations when appropriate; may be assigned to the preparation of various grant applications; may organize and conduct staff training as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1.

Education:

Possession of a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university.

AND

2.

Experience:

Four (4) years of experience providing direct services to clients in areas of workforce development such as job or business development, career…