Career Services & Outreach Specialist

State of Arizona; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

ASRS retirement system

Paid holidays

Paid vacation and sick time

Parental Leave

Job summary

The State of Arizona, Department of Economic Security, is seeking a Workforce Specialist to provide employment-related services to job seekers and employers across diverse communities in Tucson. You will engage clients 1:1 or in groups, advise on employment opportunities, and help match candidates with Arizona businesses to foster sustainable careers.

Travel locally for engagements, outreach, and office coverage; proficient use of Microsoft Office, Google tools, and video conferencing is

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Labor Market Information and in-demand industries and occupations.
• Interviewing techniques, assessment tools and transferable skills.
• Understanding social, cultural, and economic conditions affecting populations.

Responsibilities

• Perform outreach and case management: assess skills, barriers, and career interests; develop employment plans; determine eligibility; share labor market info and resources; coordinate with partners.
• Use databases to register and refer job seekers; maintain records and reports for performance and compliance.
• Provide customer service and program information; build relationships with partners; resolve issues; apply veteran priority of service (VPOS) as applicable.

Skills

Labor Market Information

Interviewing techniques

Social & economic conditions

Customer service

Verbal & written communication

Microsoft Office

Google Apps

Database systems

Video conferencing tools

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Apps

Database systems

Video conferencing platforms

Job description

The State of Arizona, Department of Economic Security, is seeking a Workforce Specialist to provide employment-related services to job seekers and employers across diverse communities in Tucson. You will engage clients 1:1 or in groups, advise on employment opportunities, and help match candidates with Arizona businesses to foster sustainable careers.

Travel locally for engagements, outreach, and office coverage; proficient use of Microsoft Office, Google tools, and video conferencing is