Homeless Programs Support Specialist (Social Service Program Specialist 2)

Open until filled with first consideration given to candidates applying by March 28, 2017

Special Note: This is a grant funded position. Continued employment is contingent upon job performance/evaluation, continued funding of the program and other appropriate County procedures.

Pierce County Community Connections provides services in four areas: Children & Youth, Parents & Families, Seniors and Adults with Disabilities, Housing & Homeless.

Livable Communities

The Department manages federal, state, and local funding. We offer 60+ programs and services in Pierce County. Thousands of clients come through our doors each day.

Resilient Individuals

With on-site information and assistance staff, case managers, contract managers, and other professionals, we provide support for a wide range of services. In addition to meeting one-on-one with clients, we contract with local providers to carryout services throughout the County.

Strong Families

We work to develop low-income housing, transportation services, and public facilities to support capital improvement projects.

The Program Evaluation Specialist 2 conducts technical work assisting with planning, development, and evaluation of County funded Homeless Housing and Service programs. Evaluation may include coordinating contract and monitoring processes of these programs

Position Summary:
Assist with program planning and development activities for Homeless Housing and Service programs. Serve as project lead in creating and executing contracts.

Monitor contracts to ensure compliance with program guidelines and contracted goals and objectives. Prepare monitoring reports, including recommendations regarding contract compliance and program performance.

Assist with funding application processes, including preparation of Requests for Proposals and Notices of Funds Available. Support Application Review Committees and compile recommendations for awards.

Assist in the development of policies and procedures specific to homeless programs and the homeless crisis response system.

Provide technical assistance to subcontractors regarding program performance and contract compliance.

Conduct research and prepare and/or review reports. Keep current on best practices and evidence-based

Work with social service staff to identify and implement quality improvements to the delivery of homeless housing and support services.

Review monthly provider payment requests to ensure contract and funding compliance.

Review and maintain an awareness of federal, state and local laws and regulations affecting program services and client groups.

Work with supervisor, other division and department staff, other government agencies, service providers, and other organizations as necessary.

Maintain regular, predictable and punctual attendance during regularly scheduled work hours at assigned worksite.

Meet travel requirements of the position.

Perform the physical requirements of the position; work within the established working conditions of the position.

Work a flexible schedule, which may include evenings, weekends, holidays and overtime. Classification descriptions are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in this class and are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job. For a complete job description click here .

Qualifications:
Bachelor’s 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. Any combination of education and experience may substitute for the minimum requirements.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR QUALIFICATIONS: Successful completion of a Pierce County background investigation is required prior to employment. Must possess a valid Washington State Driver’s license, or the ability to obtain the license within 30 days of employment, or otherwise meet the travel requirements of the position.

Supplemental Information:
APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS

To be considered for this opportunity please:
Complete and submit an online Pierce County Employment Application by selecting “APPLY” above or go to: www.piercecountywa.org/jobs .

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 you may call Human Resources at (253) 798-7480, at least two days prior to the need.

This is a competitive selection process. Your application form 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 County’s needs will be eligible for further consideration. Notification of application status normally occurs 4 to 6 weeks after the closing date. Short notice may be given to applicants to participate in further selection processes which may include written, oral and performance examinations, and final interviews.

As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, Pierce County welcomes a diverse workforce. Pierce County does not discriminate based on race, creed, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a disabled person.