Career Navigator - Public Workforce Services

State of Iowa - Executive Branch; Cedar Rapids (IA); Hybrid; USD 43,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision Coverage

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plans (IPERS)

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Discount Programs

Job summary

The State of Iowa - Executive Branch is seeking a PROMISE JOBS Workforce Advisor to provide compassionate case management to TANF recipients, assess needs, and develop individualized employment and training plans. This role supports navigation of community resources and career readiness with a focus on helping families achieve financial self-sufficiency.

New hires start at $24.23/hour ($50,398.40 annually) with a schedule that includes a remote day per week and travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree.
• Four years of full-time work experience in career services, teaching or training to improve skills, job coaching, providing human services to individuals in need, sales, customer service, call center operations, or human-resources-related services involving interviewing, reviewing job applications, conducting employment-related assessments, or job placement.

Responsibilities

• Provide ongoing case management to TANF participants, including assessments to identify barriers related to employment, education, transportation, childcare, health, or other life stability factors.
• Develop, update, and monitor individualized plans that outline clear, achievable steps toward self-sufficiency.
• Coordinate services with Iowa WORKS, community agencies, education providers, and partner organizations to address challenges.

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

The State of Iowa - Executive Branch is seeking a PROMISE JOBS Workforce Advisor to provide compassionate case management to TANF recipients, assess needs, and develop individualized employment and training plans. This role supports navigation of community resources and career readiness with a focus on helping families achieve financial self-sufficiency.

New hires start at $24.23/hour ($50,398.40 annually) with a schedule that includes a remote day per week and travel as needed.