WORKSOURCE SPECIALIST 4/Clallam County/Sequim

Description

WorkSource Clallam County in Sequim has an excellent opportunity for a motivated, customer-centered WorkSource Specialist 4.

This position works in person at the WorkSource office in Sequim, WA, and becomes eligible for one day of telework per week after training is completed. The final schedule will be determined by the supervisor.

The ideal candidate is someone who is passionate about supporting job seekers, skilled at building relationships, and comfortable working with people from diverse backgrounds. They can assess needs, identify barriers, and guide clients through next steps with clarity and empathy. They stay organized, adapt easily, and bring experience from workforce development, social or human services, education, or other public-facing roles. Above all, they are committed to equity and helping individuals move forward in their careers.

If this role feels like a strong match for your background, take a moment to review the qualifications and apply today!

Duties

This position supports ESD’s mission by delivering direct services to TANF parents and WorkSource customers, including conducting assessments, evaluations, orientations, and job search enrollments. The role monitors and records participation hours to meet federal requirements and contributes to WorkSource goals through strong customer service, initial assessments, RESEA appointments, job matching, and referrals. As a workforce development professional, the incumbent serves all WorkSource lines of business, providing integrated services to both job seekers and employers. Overall, this position plays a key role in connecting individuals to employment opportunities and supporting the agency’s vision and mission.

Here’s what you can look forward to doing, including but not limited to the following:

Develop and/or provide comprehensive, customer-centered employment and training services

Assess knowledge, skills, and abilities to assist in determining employment and training activities and benefits

Perform records management functions in accordance with agency and program procedures

Facilitate orientations and workshops

Develop and maintain relationships with businesses, partners, and other services providers

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Qualifications

Required Qualifications: 

Option 1: 

One year (1) as a WorkSource Specialist 3 or equivalent class within the Employment Security Department, or another state’s Employment Security agency.

Option 2: 

A bachelor’s degree and three years (3) of relevant experience in workforce development, social or human resource services, public relations, or public contact work, such as: education, social services, public relations, human resource services, unemployment insurance, benefits programs, insurance claims, law enforcement and banking OR a combination of education and/or relevant experience. 

Option 3: 

A combination of education and/or relevant experience that totals at least seven (7) or more years.

AND

The required experience includes:

Required equity competencies:

• The ability to take action to learn and grow.
• The ability to take action to meet the needs of other

Education to Experience Equivalences:

Associate Degree = 2 years | Bachelor Degree = 4 years | Masters or Higher = 5 years

** A Master's degree will substitute for one year of the required experience.

 Additional Requirements of Employment:

• Must be able to pass an Unemployment Insurance (UI) Claim & Benefit Information Review.

Please submit only the required documents as noted below and ensure all Personal Identifying Information (PII) such as Social Security numbers etc. are edited out of your materials for privacy.

Additionally, we ask that you not include photographs or external links within your documents. Any documents uploaded through this platform will be securely transmitted electronically to support application review.

Please submit your Cover Letter and Resume with your Online Application through the "Add Attachments" field. A resume will not substitute for the "work experience" section of the application or vice versa. Applications with blank fields, or supplemental question responses with comments such as "see attachments" may be considered incomplete and may not be considered. 

Supplemental Information

Why work with us?

Our agency's mission and values drive every decision that we make, determine how we interact with others and are at the core of who we are. We value Access, Love, Belonging, Equity, Stewardship.  We understand that a work environment that respects your work/life balance is key; that's why many of our positions are eligible for flexible work schedules and teleworking opportunities. Through support, value, and trust, our employees are empowered to grow and develop into their best self. 

Opportunity for All
 We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, ethnic, racial, religious, sexual orientation, and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, people over 40 years of age, people with religious beliefs, veterans or people with military status, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply.
  
The Employment Security Department is an equal opportunity employer/program.  Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with   disabilities. 
  
If you are a person needing assistance in the application process, if you need this job announcement in an alternate format, or if you have general questions about this opportunity, please contact Cheyenne Pernites or the Talent Acquisition Team, prior to the recruitment closing, or Washington Relay Service 711. If you are having technical difficulties creating, accessing, or completing your application, please contact careershelp@des.wa.gov or (360) 664-1960 or toll free (877) 664-1960, Washington Relay 711.