Community & Workforce Specialist I - Community Assistance Division

Job Description Summary

Department - Community Resources & Workforce Development

Job Description

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Job Type: Classified

Job Classification: 5811 - Community & Workforce Specialist I

Salary Grade: 5

Pay Range

Hiring Range: $20.11 - $23.63 Per Hour

Pay Range: $20.11 - $27.15 Per Hour

Range Explanation:

* 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.

* Pay Range is the entire compensation range for the position.

THIS IS A GRANT FUNDED POSITION.

The first review of applications will be on 05/29/2026.

The Community and Workforce Specialist I plays a vital role in supporting residents seeking homelessness prevention resources, emergency assistance, Emergency Eviction Legal Services (EELS), and workforce‑related support. These multiple positions are part of the Homelessness Prevention Hub, which will replace the former Community Action Agency (CAA) hotline and begin receiving EELS program calls. The Specialist serves as the first point of contact for community members in crisis, conducting eligibility pre‑screening, providing resource navigation, completing referrals, and ensuring compassionate, timely service.

This role requires strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate clearly and compassionately with individuals in crisis or experiencing housing instability. Specialists must be comfortable problem‑solving, asking clarifying questions, and navigating unfamiliar client situations, while maintaining professionalism and empathy. The position benefits from knowledge of community resources such as financial assistance, employment programs, tenant support, and workforce development services, as well as experience with conflict resolution, de‑escalation, or trauma‑informed care approaches.

Success in this role also requires the ability to work collaboratively in a fast‑paced team environment and adapt to evolving program needs as the Hub continues to grow.

Essential Functions:

As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, this classification may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class. Work assignments may vary depending on the department's need and will be communicated to the applicant or incumbent by the supervisor.

* Participates in the day-to-day operational and support activities of a 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;

* 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;

* Communicates with and participates in program activities in coordination with other County departments and community partners;

* Provides input to management in the development of program goals and objectives;

* Manages and maintains 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.

Minimum Qualifications:

Associate's 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.

(Relevant experience and/or education from an accredited college or university may be substituted.)

OR:

One year of…