Social Service Program Specialist 2
Social Service Program Specialist 2
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Position Summary
Why Its a Great Opportunity:
In your role you will work closely with homeless service providers to facilitate monitoring audits process invoices assist in solicitation processes generate contracts and amendments produce templates provide technical assistance to subcontractors produce reports and communicate with funders.
Why Its a Great Department:
Pierce County Human Services is the community and human services arm of the Pierce County government. It is the largest contributor to Pierce Countys safety net providing services and funding to nearly 170 agencies and governmental jurisdictions. The department collaborates with its community partners including other public and nonprofit funders and service providers to understand current and emerging community and human services needs. The department strives to create and invest in a comprehensive and integrated regional services system.
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How to be Successful in the Role:
To be successful in this role you will need to have experience in the Microsoft suite of products with advanced knowledge of both Word and Excel. You will also need to have experience working in the Homeless services field in some capacity. You will be expected to understand homeless services and the impact they have on the community. You will need to have excellent customer service skills detail orientation and the ability to multitask in a fastpaced environment.
Your Future in this Role:
Throughout the onboarding process you will meet with the Supervisors teams and the admin team regularly to discuss expectations set goals identify priorities and gain familiarity with current policies procedures and strategic measures. Pierce County offers professional development through the Leadership Certification program robust online learning and other training opportunities throughout your career to ensure your success. This position has multiple career growth and promotional opportunities in Pierce County to build on a great career.
Core Daily Responsibilities:
- Process invoices for reimbursement to providers
- Draft contract and amendment templates
- Facilitate meetings with providers regarding technical assistance contract expenditures and contract performance.
- Serve as project lead for contract procurement writing and monitoring.
- Write Request for Information (RFI) Request for Proposals (RFP) Request for Qualifications (RFQ) and Notice of Funds Available (NOFA).
- Review applications in response to NOFA/RFP/RFQ submissions coordinating with supervisor/lead on application evaluation committees and preparation of materials needed for approval of applications.
A classification description with a more detailed list of essential functions can be found here.
Qualifications
- Graduation from a fouryear college or university with a Bachelors degree in public or business administration or social work or a related field AND
- Two years of professional social services work experience which includes work with related programs contracts planning or services required.
- Additional education or experience that clearly indicates the ability to perform the essential functions of this position may substitute on a yearforyear basis.
- Must possess a valid Washington State Drivers license or the ability to obtain the license within 30 days of employment or otherwise meet the travel requirements of the position.
- A resume and cover letter are required for this position.
Preferred Requirements:
- Experience in the DEI and antiracism space.
- Strong Collaboration and Community Engagement Skills and meeting facilitation.
As a condition of employment the applicant will need to authorize and complete a background check. Information received from the background check is reviewed casebycase and will not necessarily remove an applicant from consideration.
Supplemental Information
To be considered for this opportunity please:
- Complete and submit a detailed online Pierce County Employment Application by selecting APPLY above or go to: www.piercecountywa/jobs.
- If you have a question about this opportunity please email the Recruitment Team atand specify the Job Number and Title.
- If you do not have internet access you may visit your local public library or any WorkSource location and use their computers.
- Individuals needing accommodation in the application testing process or need this job announcement in an alternative format may call Human Resources atat least two days prior to the need.
This is a competitive selection process. Your application will be reviewed and evaluated for the quality and quantity of education/experience in the areas listed. Applicants whose qualifications most closely correspond to the Countys needs will be eligible for further consideration. Notification of application status normally occurs 2 to 3 weeks after the closing date. Short notice may be given to applicants to participate in further selection processes which may include assessments phone screens and interviews.
At Pierce County diversity equity and inclusion mean commitment not a single step. We strive to foster an inclusive environment that supports equitable access to opportunities throughout your career. We want to recruit develop and maintain a talented workforce from various backgrounds cultures lifestyles and perspectives committed to our vision. Employees of the County have a local direct and visible impact in our diverse community. Will you join us in keeping Pierce County a place people are proud to call home
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Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
