Career Navigator for In-Demand Jobs

CareerSource Tampa Bay; Saint Petersburg (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

CareerSource Tampa Bay seeks a Workforce Readiness Navigator to support the St. Pete EDGE initiative, helping residents prepare for and retain employment in in‑demand occupations with livable wages.

You will coordinate with SPC, workforce partners, employers, and community organizations to deliver career readiness, coaching, placement, outreach, and wraparound services. You will document outcomes, maintain participant records, and ensure compliance with EDGE requirements while advancing career

Qualifications

• Minimum education: Bachelor’s Degree required or equivalent experience in workforce development.
• Alternative: Associate degree with two years of customer service, case management, or related workforce experience.
• Alternate route: High School Diploma with four years of related experience.
• Florida Workforce Professional Certification Tier I is required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite is expected.

Responsibilities

• Conduct outreach to residents of the South St. Petersburg CRA through community events, partner referrals, and direct engagement.
• Provide individualized career coaching and career-readiness interventions.
• Assist participants with developing Career Blueprints and action steps toward training options and employment milestones.
• Coordinate with employers and partners to identify job openings and pathways.
• Maintain accurate records of applications, interviews, placements, wages, and retention outcomes.
• Ensure confidentiality and compliance with program requirements.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Associate degree +2 years of customer service/case management

High School Diploma +4 years of related experience

Florida Workforce Professional Certification Tier I

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

CareerSource Tampa Bay seeks a Workforce Readiness Navigator to support the St. Pete EDGE initiative, helping residents prepare for and retain employment in in‑demand occupations with livable wages.

You will coordinate with SPC, workforce partners, employers, and community organizations to deliver career readiness, coaching, placement, outreach, and wraparound services. You will document outcomes, maintain participant records, and ensure compliance with EDGE requirements while advancing career