Bilingual Employment & Workforce Specialist

State of Washington; Sunnyside (WA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5% bilingual salary premium

1 day telework per week

Job summary

State of Washington Employment Security Department is seeking an Employment Specialist 3 to deliver in-person and virtual job-search support at the Sunnyside WorkSource Center. The role focuses on engaging diverse jobseekers, coordinating services across WorkFirst, Basic Food & Employment, Veterans Services, RESEA, and WIOA programs, and building partnerships with employers.

Ideal candidates will guide customers through assessments, develop service plans, and facilitate orientations and

Qualifications

• Experience delivering customer-centered employment services.
• Ability to navigate multiple program areas and partnerships.
• Strong record-keeping and compliance with agency procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide staff-assisted customer services and conduct interviews to assess needs.
• Offer information on agency services and connect to resources.
• Provide career guidance and refer customers to job search and training providers.

Skills

Employment Coaching

Workforce Development

Employment Support

Digital Literacy

Customer Assistance

Job description

State of Washington Employment Security Department is seeking an Employment Specialist 3 to deliver in-person and virtual job-search support at the Sunnyside WorkSource Center. The role focuses on engaging diverse jobseekers, coordinating services across WorkFirst, Basic Food & Employment, Veterans Services, RESEA, and WIOA programs, and building partnerships with employers.

Ideal candidates will guide customers through assessments, develop service plans, and facilitate orientations and