Employment Specialist - Mainstay; temporary

Opportunity Description

Seattle Central College is looking to hire an Employment Specialist (Full Time/temporary) in the Mainstay Department.

Salary Range for this position is $47,280 to $61,512 annually.

Opportunity is open until filled; first review of materials will begin May 18th, 2026.

Under the supervision of the Mainstay Director, the Employment Specialist (Program Specialist
2) will be responsible for providing in‑person, on‑site employment services, including job coaching, case management, and positive behavior supports to clients with disabilities, specializing in those with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities. The Employment Specialist works closely with the Mainstay Job Development Team to train the supported employee once they have the job and to provide follow‑along support services to reach the client’s employment goals.

As a Seattle Colleges employee, you will enjoy competitive compensation as well as all the benefits as a Washington State employee.

This position is full‑time, 40 hours per week Monday through Friday, primarily 8:00 a.m. to 5 p.m. It works 100% on site – not only at the Seattle Central College campus, but also travels from multiple worksites daily within the Greater Seattle, North End, and Eastside areas, which does require personal transportation. This is a temporary position expected to last approximately 18 months, with an anticipated end date of June 2027.

It is governed by a collective bargaining agreement with union representation from the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE).

We are a district of three distinct colleges:
North Seattle College, Seattle Central College, and South Seattle College and five specialty training centers. Which makes us the largest and most diverse community college district in the state of Washington, we are leaders in change and innovation.

Seattle Colleges is committed to recruiting dedicated faculty and employees who together create a welcoming academic climate that reflects the diverse backgrounds of our community, including ethnicity, national origin, religion, creed, marital status, sex, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, and other characteristics. We also support students, employees, and applicants with disabilities.

• Competitive Pay Rates
• Promotional Opportunities
• Great Medical, Dental, and Retirement plans
• Paid Sick and Vacation Leave
• Transportation benefits
• Tuition Waivers
• PEBB Wellness Plan
• Washington State Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)

• Attached current résumé.
• Attached cover letter addressing how your background intersects with the job.

Required application materials must be completed and submitted online.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a regular basis. The employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

• Implementing person‑centered employment plans with clients, based on their individual skills, goals, abilities, and interests.
• Delivering job training and follow‑along coaching as outlined in the individualized employment plan. Supporting clients with disabilities in their jobs with direct training, including one‑to‑one cues and prompts.
• Traveling via personal vehicle to various work sites, clients homes, and work‑related appointments, primarily within King County.
• Helping clients understand and navigate our referral sources, primarily the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR), Developmental Disabilities Community Supports (DDCS), and Seattle Public Schools (SPS) for client access to Mainstay services.
• Collaborating with Mainstay Employment Team members to provide quality services including new job orientation, training, and coaching to clients.
• Maintaining communication with all members of the Employment Team. Typically, this includes clients, employers, advocates, and referral sources. Employment Specialist often becomes the primary point of contact for the employment team.
• Troubleshooting problems that arise at job sites and helping with problem resolution to maintain positive working relationships.
• Tracking clients’ daily service hours,…