Community & Workforce Coordinator - Community Action Agency

Pima County; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 57,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

Pima County's Community & Workforce Development Department seeks a dedicated Community & Workforce Coordinator to lead a team that determines eligibility for essential low-income assistance programs. The role supports housing and financial assistance services, utility discount programs, diaper assistance, and other critical resources for vulnerable populations.

The ideal candidate has strong leadership skills, experience with Community Action Agency programs and funding streams, and the ability

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in public or business administration or a related field.
• One year of health, human services, or related experience or substitution allowed.
• Experience with grant writing, reporting, and compliance is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and participates in activities of a specialized Community & Workforce Development program.
• Provides urgent and compassionate services to individuals in need in collaboration with partners.
• Helps develop program goals, monitor progress, and ensure objectives are met.
• Supports daily activities essential to program objectives and may supervise staff.
• Researches and reports on program activities and grant opportunities.
• May coordinate grant applications, solicitations, and review proposals.

Skills

Leadership

Bilingual English/Spanish

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in public or business administration or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Description Summary

Department - Community & Workforce Development Job Description Job Type: Classified Job Classification: 5514 - Community & Workforce Coordinator Salary Grade: 11 Pay Range Hiring Range: $56,555 - $67,870 Annually Pay Range: $56,555 - $79,164 Annually Range Explanation: Hiring Range is an estimate of where you can receive an offer. The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, training, and internal equity. Pay Range is the entire compensation range for the position.

We are seeking a dedicated Community & Workforce Coordinator to lead a team responsible for determining eligibility for essential low-income assistance programs. This role supports our community through housing and financial assistance services, utility discount programs, diaper assistance, and other critical resources. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership skills, familiarity with Community Action Agency programs and funding streams, and the ability to work effectively with diverse populations. This position also requires the ability to lift and move diaper boxes and related supplies as needed. If you are motivated by meaningful work that strengthens families and enhances community wellbeing, we encourage you to apply. Community & Workforce Development Department works with vulnerable populations and minors. A Level one Fingerprint Clearance Card, a Criminal History Self Disclosure Affidavit, and a Central Registry background check are requirements for employment.

Essential Functions

• Coordinates and participates in the activities of a specialized Community & Workforce Development program
• Conducts program activities with a focus on providing urgent and compassionate services to individuals in need, in collaboration with other County departments and community partners
• Contributes to the development of program goals and objectives, and ensures these goals and objectives are met
• Provides support and participates in daily activities essential to achieving program objectives
• Researches, analyzes, and reports on program activities
• May coordinate and/or supervise daily staff activities
• May perform necessary managerial functions in the absence of management
• Works to keep programs on schedule, within budget, and functioning smoothly
• May write and submit grant applications, prepare solicitations related to program activities, and review proposals

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in public or business administration or a field closely related to the program area, AND one year of experience working in health, human services, or a similar field, as determined by the Appointing Authority at the time of recruitment. (Relevant experience and/or education from an accredited college or university may be substituted.) OR: One year of experience with Pima County as a Community & Workforce Specialist I or II or similar Pima County position, as determined by the department head at the time of recruitment. Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see resume" on your application.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum two (2) years experience supervising staff responsible for eligibility determinations for low income assistance programs, including housing financial assistance, utility discount programs, diaper support, and related community services
• Minimum two (2) years experience in data reporting, documentation, and maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local program requirements
• Minimum two (2) years experience and understanding of Community Action Agency (CAA) or similar social services organization operations, including key funding streams such as Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), Community Services Block Grant (CSBG), and Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)
• Minimum two (2) years experience in grant writing, grant management, and developing or issuing Requests for Proposals (RFPs)
• Minimum three (3) years experience using ERP systems, web-based program or grant management platforms, and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Bilingual (English/Spanish - speaking, reading, writing)

Selection Procedure

Pima County Human Resources Department reserves the right to admit to the selection process only those candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. All applications will be assessed based on an evaluation of the listed education and experience. Candidates meeting the minimum qualifications may be further evaluated/scored against any advertised Preferred Qualifications. The hiring authority will interview and select the successful candidate from a referral list provided by Human Resources. Additional assessments/testing may be required as part of the selection process.

Supplemental Information

Licenses and Certificates: Valid driver license is required at time of application. Valid AZ driver license is required at time of appointment. The successful applicant will be subject to a 39-month DOT Motor Vehicle Record review to determine applicant’s suitability to operate county vehicles in accordance with Pima County administrative procedures. Failure to obtain and maintain the required licenses and certifications shall be grounds for termination. Any offer of employment resulting from this recruitment is contingent upon Fleet Services’ review and approval of the candidate’s driving record.

Special Notice Items

The County requires pre-employment background checks. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include verification of work history, education, and criminal conviction history. A prior criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment with the County. Pima County determines whether a position is eligible for visa sponsorship at the time of recruitment. Eligibility is based on the requirements of the position and applicable laws and regulations. Not all positions with Pima County are eligible for visa sponsorship. This position will require a post-job offer physical and/or drug screen. Physical/Sensory Requirements: Physical and sensory abilities will be determined by position. Working Conditions: Working conditions will be determined by the position.

EEO Information

Pima County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce and will not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, kinship, political interest, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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