RESEA COORDINATOR - 10062026- 81525

State of Tennessee; Clarksville (TN); On-site; USD 48,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Tennessee is seeking a professional to deliver workforce services across SNAP E&T, RESEA, H-2A Housing Inspection, and Wagner-Peyser programs in Clarksville and surrounding counties. Role requires collaboration with partners, outreach to diverse communities, and strict compliance with state and federal rules.

The successful candidate will manage intake, eligibility, and case management, coordinate cross-program activities, and support performance outcomes such as job placement and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in human services, Social Work, Business Administration, or related field; or equivalent work experience.
• At least 2 years of experience in direct public engagement, customer service, or workforce development.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced professional workforce services across multiple programs within the Workforce Services Division.
• Deliver SNAP Employment & Training, RESEA, H-2A Housing Inspection, and Wagner-Peyser services to support statewide workforce initiatives.
• Engage with diverse communities, provide outreach, and coordinate partnerships.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal requirements; maintain documentation; support continuous improvement.

Skills

Customer Focus

Collaborates

Tech Savvy

Communicates Effectively

Drives Results

Complex Problem Solving

Coordination

Critical Thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Jobs4TN (Virtual One Stop)

Zendesk

Microsoft Teams

Job description

State of Tennessee Job Information

Opening Date/Time: 10/06/2026 12:00AM Central Time

Job Information

Opening Date/Time: 10/06/2026 12:00AM Central Time

Closing Date/Time: 10/12/2026 11:59PM Central Time

Salary (Monthly): $4,098.00

Salary (Annually): $49,176.00

Job Type: Full-Time

City, State: Clarksville, TN

Department: Labor and Workforce Development

Location: Department of Labor & Workforce Development, Montgomery County

For more information, visit https://www.tn.gov/workforce/careers.html

Qualifications

Education and Experience: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in human services, Social Work, Business Administration, or a related field; or equivalent work experience. A minimum of 2 years of experience in a role involving direct public engagement, customer service, or workforce development.

Substitution of Experience for Education: Experience in a customer service-related field such as, social service, community development, and retail customer service may be substituted on a year for year basis.

Necessary Special Qualifications: Possession of a valid motor vehicle driver's license.

Overview

Under general supervision, is responsible for performing advanced professional workforce services across multiple programs within the Workforce Services Division. Responsible for specific program areas including: SNAP Employment & Training (E&T), RESEA (Reemployment Services and Eligibility Assessment), H-2A Housing Inspection, Wagner-Peyser (AJC Workforce Services) to support statewide workforce initiatives through direct service delivery, program administration, outreach, compliance, and partnership coordination. Positions require flexibility, mobility, and engagement in both virtual and in-person environments.

Responsibilities

SNAP Employment & Training (E&T)

• Conduct participant intake and assessments to develop individualized employment plans and verify eligibility and provide case management services
• Connect participants to training, education, and support services, Build partnerships with community organizations, educational institutions, and workforce partners.
• Support performance outcomes such as: Measurable Skills Gains, Credential attainment, Employment and retention outcomes. Maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance with state and federal requirements

RESEA Moderator

• Conduct eligibility assessments for unemployment insurance claimants by guiding participants through RESEA program requirements and service plans.
• Provide referrals to workforce and training resources and explain program policies and compliance expectations.
• Document services and outcomes in case management systems and collaborate with UI staff, AJC teams, and leadership. Support reporting, scheduling, and continuous improvement efforts

H-2A Housing Inspector

• Travel statewide to inspect agricultural worker housing and ensure compliance with federal and state safety and health standards.
• Inspect facilities including water, sanitation, electrical systems, and living conditions and document findings through reports, notes, and photographs.
• Work with employers to resolve deficiencies and achieve compliance.
• Conduct follow-up inspections and respond to complaints.
• Support program administration and regulatory coordination.

Wagner-Peyser Workforce Services

• Deliver labor exchange services including: Job matching and placement, Career counseling and coaching, Resume and interview preparation.
• Provide services across American Job Center tiers (hub, comprehensive, affiliate, and outreach sites).
• Conduct outreach in rural and underserved communities by supporting employer engagement, recruitment, and workforce solutions.
• Utilize systems such as Jobs4TN (Virtual One Stop), Zendesk, and Microsoft Teams.
• Contribute to performance metrics including employment, retention, and engagement and ensure compliance with WIOA, Wagner-Peyser, and Equal Opportunity.

Competencies (KSA's)

Competencies

• Customer Focus
• Collaborates
• Tech Savvy
• Communicates Effectively
• Drives Results

Knowledges

• Law and Government
• Personnel and Human Resources
• Information Technology
• Customer and Personal Service
• Administration and Management

Skills

• Active Learning and Listening
• Service Orientation
• Complex Problem Solving
• Coordination
• Critical Thinking

Abilities

• Written Comprehension
• Deductive Reasoning
• Inductive Reasoning
• Problem Sensitivity
• Information Ordering

Tools & Equipment

• Personal Desk/Laptop
• Cellular Phone
• Printer
• Portable Monitor
• Portable Scanner

TN Driver Standards

State of Tennessee positions that may involve driving responsibilities require candidates to meet the following minimum driver qualifications:

• A valid driver's license
• For the past five years, the candidate's driver record must not have record of the following violations: driving under the influence (DUI), reckless driving, license suspension for moving violations, more than 4 moving violations.

Please include your Driver's License Information under the Licenses and Certifications section of your application.

• Agencies may allow an exception based on other factors.