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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.\nIf 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.\nSCHEDULE:\nThis position is structured as a hybrid role, combining in-office work Monday through Thursday and remote work on Fridays.\nCOMPENSATION:\nHiring Range: $26.00-$27.00 USD Hourly\nCompensation will be determined based on education, experience and skills.\nBENEFITS:\nJefferson County offers a generous benefits package that supports your personal and professional life. Benefits include 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. For more information, click here for our Total Rewards summary.\nESSENTIAL DUTIES:\nConducting 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). \nProviding career and job readiness guidance to job seekers through Trauma- Informed customer service. These services may include but are not limited to: \nProvide 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. \n\nIntake and initial assessment to determine participants’ goals, aptitude, and ability to obtain employment \n\nDetermine suitability and eligibility for participants program enrollment. \n\nGuide, support, and monitor participants’ progress towards employment goals through recurring coaching meetings and follow-up communication. \n\nAdvise and guide job seekers with making occupational or career decisions along with identifying and addressing barriers to employment. \n\nAssist job seekers in identifying transferable skills and how to best highlight their qualifications. \n\nMake referrals to and ensure wrap-around services are being coordinated with internal and external partners to address participant needs. \nStay current with industry trends, labor market data, and career development best practices to continuously improve career coaching strategies. \nParticipate in designated special projects, committees, staff development, team building, and other efforts to promote a positive, effective and trauma informed organization. \nDeveloping and maintaining partnerships with community organizations to streamline enhancing services. \nMaintain 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. \nPerforming case administration activities, including preparing and reviewing forms, status updates to ensure compliance with program regulations and fiscal limits and ensures all services and activities are in compliance with all associated policies, regulations, and processes. \nMaintains knowledge of all applicable Federal, State, and agency rules, regulations, policies, and guidelines \nStrong organization and time management skills are essential to efficiently handle multiple client cases, maintain accurate records, and meet critical deadlines. \nOther duties and responsibilities as assigned. \nQUALIFICATIONS:\nResearch shows that women and other underrepresented and historically marginalized groups tend to apply only when they check every box in the posting. If you are reading this and hesitating to click “apply” for that reason, we encourage you to go for it! A true passion and excitement for making an impact is just as important as work experience.\nMinimum Qualifications: \nEducation: Bachelors Degree \nExperience: One year \n*Note: An equivalent combination of education and experience is acceptable. \nPreferred Qualifications:\nSpecialized training in career development, counseling techniques, and coaching methodologies. \nIndustry knowledge and diverse personal career experiences, that will be instrumental in guiding clients through various challenges and opportunities. \nA genuine passion for empowering individuals, fostering self-discovery, and helping them navigate their educational and career paths. \nA keen eye for detail and understanding of the importance of maintaining accurate records \nADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:\nDriver’s License: Positions that require driving on County business in either a county or personal vehicle require a valid Colorado’s driver’s license within 30-days of hire or beginning to serve as an intern or volunteer. \nPre-Employment Screening: Offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of criminal history, motor vehicle report, education verification, and/or references for all positions. \nAccommodations Statement: We encourage people with disabilities to apply and are committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout our hiring process. For assistance with applications, interviews, or other hiring-related accommodations, contact . This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot provide application status updates. \nAPPLICATION:\nApply Now! Jefferson County Colorado Career Opportunities\nWe encourage all qualified applicants to apply!\nPlease submit your online application by 11:59PM on the posted closing date.\nA resume and cover letter are welcome and encourage but do not replace the information asked for in the application. Please complete all required sections of the application.\nYou may remove or hide age-related information from your application materials, such as your age, date of birth, or school attendance and graduation dates. You will not be penalized for removing this information.\nWe will review applications to make sure applicants meet the minimum qualifications listed in the job posting. If you are selected to move forward, the hiring team will contact you.\nYou can check your application status by logging into your candidate portal.\nFor more information about the hiring process, visit: https://www.jeffco.us/1860/FAQs\nQuestions? 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