Career Specialist

Jefferson Health; Golden (CO); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off & holidays

Retirement matching

Wellness programs

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible schedules

Job summary

Workforce Colorado Jefferson, Clear Creek, Gilpin (JCG) seeks a Career Specialist to guide job seekers through assessments, career exploration, and success planning across Jefferson, Clear Creek, and Gilpin counties. The role blends in-office coaching with remote support to broaden access and mobility.

You will deliver trauma‑informed customer service, conduct intake and goal setting, connect participants with local partners, maintain clear records, and contribute to special projects and team

Qualifications

• Experience delivering individual career coaching sessions.
• Ability to provide trauma-informed customer service.
• Conduct intake and assessment to set employment goals.
• Identify barriers and coordinate wrap-around services.
• Maintain records in multiple databases.

Responsibilities

• Conduct individual career coaching sessions and assess goals.
• Provide trauma-informed career guidance and job readiness support.
• Perform intake, eligibility determination, and progress monitoring.
• Make referrals and coordinate wrap-around services with partners.
• Maintain participant data accuracy across databases and reporting.

Skills

Career coaching

Trauma-informed service

Customer service

Intake assessment

Partnership development

Data recording

Tools

Connecting Colorado

Job description

Job Posting Closes at 11:59PM on: 10/26/26

Division: Housing Economic & Employment Services Division

Management Level: Individual Contributor

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for Standard Benefits which includes dental, medical, and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement matching, wellness programs, and tuition reimbursement.

Description

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY:

Welcome to the dynamic and innovative team at the Workforce Colorado Jefferson, Clear Creek, Gilpin (JCG ), where passion meets purpose! As a vital resource hub serving Jefferson, Clear Creek, and Gilpin counties, Workforce Colorado facilitates successful connections between job seekers and businesses. Our array of services and programs assess job seekers' career interests, impart necessary employment skills, and explore diverse career opportunities.

If you're passionate about making a difference and enjoy guiding individuals to discover their purpose, the Career Specialist position might be your ideal fit. Working as a Career Specialist for Workforce Colorado JCG offers a unique and fulfilling opportunity to make a tangible impact on individuals and communities. The role involves guiding individuals to discover their purpose, advocating for equitable access and economic mobility, and supporting underrepresented populations. Workforce Colorado JCG serves as a dynamic and innovative hub, fostering collaboration, creativity, and growth. As a Career Specialist, you'll play a vital role in shaping the future of workforce development programs, contributing to the success of job seekers and businesses in Jefferson, Clear Creek, and Gilpin counties. The position provides a platform for resource connectors, planners, advocates, and problem solvers to utilize their skills in creating positive changes. With a commitment to excellence and a supportive work environment, working as a Career Specialist in Jefferson County allows individuals to redefine possibilities, build a rewarding career, and make a meaningful impact on the community.

SCHEDULE

This position is structured as a hybrid role, combining in‑office work Monday through Thursday and remote work on Fridays.

COMPENSATION

Hiring Range: $26.00-$27.00 USD Hourly

Compensation will be determined based on education, experience and skills.

BENEFITS

Jefferson County offers a generous benefits package that supports your personal and professional life.

• medical, dental, and vision insurance
• paid time off and holidays, including a starting bank of 40 hours of PTO for new hires
• retirement matching
• wellness programs
• tuition reimbursement
• flexible schedules
• and more

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ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Conducting individual career coaching sessions with participants to evaluate their prior work experience, transferable skills, and career goals, and helping them to work through barriers to employment (addresses barriers for participants by coming up with creative solutions and connecting participants with local community service providers and resources).

Providing career and job readiness guidance to job seekers through Trauma- Informed customer service. These services may include but are not limited to:

• Provide technical support to job seekers and customers, including assistance in the computer lab, troubleshooting the career services website or user interfaces, and supporting individuals with online registration and navigation of digital career tools.
• Intake and initial assessment to determine participants' goals, aptitude, and ability to obtain employment
• Determine suitability and eligibility for participants program enrollment.
• Guide, support, and monitor participants' progress towards employment goals through recurring coaching meetings and follow-up communication.
• Advise and guide job seekers with making occupational or career decisions along with identifying and addressing barriers to employment.
• Assist job seekers in identifying transferable skills and how to best highlight their qualifications.
• Make referrals to and ensure wrap-around services are being coordinated with internal and external partners to address participant needs.
• Stay current with industry trends, labor market data, and career development best practices to continuously improve career coaching strategies.
• Participate in designated special projects, committees, staff development, team building, and other efforts to promote a positive, effective and trauma informed organization.
• Developing and maintaining partnerships with community organizations to streamline enhancing services.
• Maintain high-quality records of participant data and activities in multiple databases including Connecting Colorado to ensure files are in exemplary condition for internal and external audit purposes.
• Performing case administration activities, including preparing and reviewing forms, status updates to ensure compliance with pr