Social Service Program Specialist 3

This is a hybrid position and will work in the office 2 days a week based on business needs. Training may be in the office daily until after probation.

As a senior planning and development professional with experience in planning, development, and evaluation of social service programs, you will play a critical role as a member of the Aging and Disability Resources (ADR) Division team. You will engage with the community to make sure older adults, people with disabilities, and their caregivers can access the services and supports they need to thrive in the community.

This is meaningful work where you can make a direct impact on community well‑being.

Pierce County Human Services exists to ensure that every person in our community has the opportunity to live with dignity, stability, and hope. As the county’s community and human services department, we strengthen the local safety net by investing in programs that support people at every stage of life—from early childhood and youth development to housing stability, behavioral health, disability support, and services for seniors, veterans, immigrants, and refugees.

Working alongside nearly 170 community‑based organizations, local governments, and nonprofit partners, we respond to both urgent needs and long‑term challenges with compassion, accountability, and collaboration. Whether helping families stay housed, supporting recovery and wellness, connecting people to food and transportation, or expanding access to opportunity, our work is grounded in the belief that strong communities are built when people are seen, supported, and empowered.

Together with our partners, we are committed to creating an inclusive, responsive system of care that helps Pierce County residents not just survive—but thrive.

Learn more about the Human Services Department here.

In this role, the successful candidate will have strong facilitation skills required for community engagement and coordination efforts, as well as project planning skills necessary to develop/implement strategic plans responding to the needs of older adults and adults with disabilities living in Pierce County. The successful candidate will have the ability to work within a team and to build strong collaborative relationships with community partners to provide high‑quality services and supports.

To be successful, the candidate in this role must also be skilled and comfortable working in a hybrid work environment.

A future career in Pierce County means joining an organization committed to your growth and success. Through our leadership classes, robust online learning, and a variety of training opportunities, Pierce County ensures continuous professional development throughout your journey. This dedication extends beyond individual advancement; it reflects a broader mission to foster inclusive communities, maintain safe infrastructure, and promote equitable access to opportunities.

Here, careers don’t just thrive; they empower individuals to make meaningful contributions to a resilient, vibrant future for all.

• Develop program plans. Facilitate planning advisory board and public hearings/forums as appropriate. Coordinate citizen groups, service agencies, and other organizations involved in the planning process.
• Participate in local and statewide work groups regarding planning and policy development.
• Assist Managers and Supervisors with overall policy development.
• Prepare special studies, reports, and statistical information necessary for future planning and community policy decisions.
• Keep current, review, and analyze local, state, and federal legislative issues and trends in the area of program assignment.

This announcement is not intended to reflect all duties to be performed by our next team member, but shall present a descriptive list of the range of duties that may be performed. To view the complete classification, .

• Additional education or experience may substitute for the recruiting requirements.
• A resume and cover letter are required for this position. Applications…