Community & Workforce Specialist II - Las Artes

Job Description Summary Department - Community Resources & Workforce Development. Job Type: Classified. Job Classification: 5760 - Community & Workforce Specialist II. Salary Grade: 6. Pay Range: $21.12 - $24.81 per hour. Pay Range (expanded): $21.12 - $28.50 per hour. Hiring Range is an estimate of where you can receive an offer. The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, training, and internal equity.

The Community Resources & Workforce Development department is seeking a Community & Workforce Specialist II for the Las Artes Program. The successful candidate will be an advocate for at‑risk youth ages 17‑22. This position focuses on assisting these youth to ensure they are equipped to overcome barriers to obtain their GED, further their education, and successfully obtain employment in the workforce.

• Participates in the day‑to‑day operational and support activities of a specialized, complex functional program or work unit within the Community & Workforce Development Department.
• Provides direct services urgently and compassionately to Community & Workforce Development clients, which may include working with clients via phone, email, online, or in person, including collaboration with other agencies and organizations to maximize resources and services.
• Assesses the needs of community members and provides guidance on appropriate resources based on individual needs.
• Matches qualified candidates with resources, coaching, or support related to employment, education, or financial assistance.
• Represents the program or work unit at community events and in meetings with County personnel and/or community partners.
• Provides administrative and other support essential to the completion of program or work unit objectives, including mentoring and leading staff and volunteers in specialized program activities.
• Provides input to management in the development of program goals and objectives.
• Manages and maintains accurate records of program participants and their progress.
• Responsible for other duties as assigned in support of the overall goals and functions of both the Community & Workforce Development Department and Pima County.

• Associates degree from an accredited college, university or technical school in management, public or business administration or a field related as determined by the department head at the time of recruitment AND one year of professional experience in health, customer service, human services, or a closely related field.
• OR:
  One year of experience with Pima County as a Community and Workforce Specialist I or similar Pima County position, as determined by the department head at the time of recruitment. (Relevant experience and/or education from an accredited college or university may be substituted.)

• Minimum two (2) years of experience researching and referring resources of community service programs and social service agencies.
• Minimum three (3) years of experience working with AZJobConnection, Participant Tracking System (PTS), AZ State Main Frame, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Minimum three (3) years of experience with WIOA Intake, proctoring TABE 13/14 and TABE 9/10.
• Minimum three (3) years of experience with client advocacy.
• Minimum three (3) years of experience working with At‑Risk Youth in different capacities.

• Valid driver license is required at time of application.
• Valid AZ driver license is required at time of appointment.
• The successful applicant will be subject to a 39‑month DOT Motor Vehicle Record review to determine applicant’s suitability to operate county vehicles in accordance with Pima County administrative procedures.
• Failure to obtain and maintain the required licenses and certifications shall be grounds for termination. Any offer of employment resulting from this recruitment is contingent upon Fleet Services’ review and approval of the candidate’s driving record.

The County requires pre‑employment background checks. Successful candidates will receive a post‑offer,…