Part Time Information Engineer Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $28.96 - $31.31 Hourly
Location : Douglas County Superior, WI
Job Type: Part Time
Job Number: IAADRC052026
Department: Health and Human Services
Opening Date: 05/12/2026
Closing Date: 6/2/2026 11:59 PM Central
Description
Job Overview
The purpose of the Information & Assistance Specialist position is to provide the general public, but particularly adults who are either elderly, persons with intellectual/developmental disabilities, physical disabilities, mental illness, and/or substance use disorders, youth who are transitioning to the adult long-term care system, and their caregivers with information, referrals, and assistance in accessing a wide range of community resources. The position is located at the Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) of Douglas County.
Wage is based on the 2026 scale: $28.96 - $31.31 per hour. FLSA status: non-exempt. Part-time based on 16-18 hours per week. Ideal candidate has flexible availability Monday through Friday.
Part-Time employees are eligible for:

• Annual wage increase based on eligibility
• Paid, on-the-job training and advancement opportunities
• Paid time off including vacation, sick time, personal days and holidays
• Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Employer

Essential Duties
Duties and responsibilities
The following duties are normal for this position but should not be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

• Provides accurate and objective information relevant to the individual's expressed need either via phone, office appointment or home visit.
• Provides individualized counseling about the options available to meet long-term care needs based on individual goals, strengths, and preferences.
• Provides follow-up services as needed to determine outcomes and to offer additional assistance as necessary.
• Assists individuals in determining eligibility for publicly funded long-term care services by administering the Long-Term Care Functional (LTCFS).
• Provide enrollment counseling to individuals determined eligible for publicly funded long-term care programs.
• Provides outreach and community education to the general public and to the ADRC's target populations.
• Provides short term service coordination as needed.
• Connects individuals to emergency resources in the community when a situation involving immediate risk is identified.
• Provides advocacy on behalf of individuals served by the ADRC.
• Assists in health promotion, prevention and early intervention programming.
• Collects and records customer demographic information and encounters using the identified ADRC's client tracking database.
• Participate in mandatory department and unit trainings.
• Knowledge of and/or experience with public benefits preferred.
• Ability to travel to customers' homes, when necessary.
• Ability to attend and successfully complete training as required by the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) and the ADRC.
• Performs other duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree, preferably in a human services-related field, or a license to practice as a registered nurse in Wisconsin pursuant to Wis. Stat. § 441.06.
• The equivalent of at least one year of full-time experience in a health or human services field working with older adults and/or adults with disabilities. Qualified work experience may be paid or unpaid and may include internships, field placements, and volunteer work.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and access to reliable transportation.

Supplemental Information
Required Competencies

• Communicates clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing, ensures understanding, and conveys information accurately.
• Collaborates effectively with colleagues, contributes to group efforts, and fosters a cooperative and supportive work environment to achieve common goals.
• Takes responsibility for actions and decisions, follows through on commitments, and ensures tasks are completed accurately and on time.
• Takes proactive steps to address opportunities and challenges, shows a strong drive to achieve results, and goes above and beyond.
• Makes informed and timely decisions, evaluates options thoroughly, and takes responsibility for outcomes.
• Demonstrates a strong desire to achieve goals, seeks continuous improvement, and strives for excellence in all endeavors.
• Identifies and addresses conflicts promptly, mediates disputes, and fosters a collaborative environment.
• Demonstrates a strong awareness of safety protocols, promotes a safe work environment, and ensures compliance with safety regulations.
• Shows tolerance for different perspectives, remains patient and open-minded, and fosters an inclusive environment.

• Knowledge of community resources available to target populations served by the ADRC.
• Knowledge of the warning signs of abuse, neglect, self-neglect, and financial exploitation and be able to identify customers who may be at risk.
• Knowledge of and ability to demonstrate an understanding of cultural competence and diversity when providing services.
• Knowledge of computers, computer programs and data entry.
• Basic knowledge of Wisconsin's Medicaid long-term care programs and their eligibility, requirements, and procedures.
• Basic knowledge of customer service skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion regarding business-related files, reports and conversations, within the provision of open records laws.
• Ability to perform detailed work accurately and independently in compliance with required timeframes.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, coworkers, customers, providers and staff of other agencies.

Working Conditions
This position operates in a professional office environment and routinely uses the standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, scanners, and fax machines.
Job duties may be carried out in customers' homes, clinics/hospitals, nursing homes and assisted living facilities.
Physical Requirements
This position performs non-sedentary and sedentary work. Non-sedentary work includes walking distances on uneven surfaces and climbing stairs, standing and sitting, carrying work equipment and the ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
Testing Requirements

• Complete the necessary training to become certified in the administration of the Long-Term Care Functional Screen.
• Complete any mandatory training in the ADRC's Learning Management System; Structured interview; background investigation; reference check.

Douglas County is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.
Health Insurance After 30 days of employment
(Employee pays 15% of premium)
Single, or Employee + 1 or Family options
Contact Human Resources for further info
Dental Insurance After 30 days of employment
(Employee pays 15% of premium)
Single, or Employee + 1 or Family options
Contact Human Resources for further info
Life Insurance After 6 months of employment
Basic: 1 times your annual salary (County Paid)
Supplemental: 2 times your annual salary (Employee Paid)
Additional: 3 to 5 times your annual salary (Employee Paid)
Optional spousal and dependent life insurance (Employee Paid)
$4,000 Life Insurance Policy (County Paid)
Wisconsin Retirement:
Employer and Employee contributions to Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS are regulated by the State of Wisconsin. Contributions are paid according to current year rates set by WRS Employee Trust Fund. Refer to for further detail.
Mission Square/Nationwide Retirement Services Deferred Compensation Accounts for public employees.
Pre-Tax Plan:
Flexible Benefit Plan Dependent Care Reimbursement Account (DCRA) (Helps employees reduce their taxable income by "setting aside" dollars spent on dependent daycare expenses).
Vacation:
Vacation is accumulated on a monthly basis. Newly hired employees will accrue vacation from their date of hire, but are not eligible to take vacation until successful completion of four months of their employment.
Sick Time:
Sick time accumulates at 1 day per month up to 120 days.
Employee Assistance Program:
(EAP) is confidential, professional help with personal matters. (County Paid)
Long Term Disability After 30 days of employment.
Short Term Disability After 30 days of employment (At Employee Expense).
Holidays 10 Paid Holidays per year.*
Personal Days 5 days per year *
*With the exception of those specific services which operate on a 24-hour basis. Contact Douglas County Human Resources for further info.
01
Do you possess a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No

02
If hired, do you have the ability to provide proof of automobile insurance?

• Yes
• No

03
Please indicate your highest level of education

• Bachelor's Degree in a Human Services related field
• Bachelor's Degree in a field unrelated to Human Services
• None of the above

04
Are you licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in Wisconsin, pursuant to Wis Stat § 441.06?

• Yes
• No

05
Do you have experience working with older adults and/or adults with disabilities as related to the duties of this position? Please describe:
06
Please describe any knowledge or experience you may have in the following areas: -Community resources available to target populations served by the ADRC. -Warning signs of abuse, neglect, self-neglect, and financial exploitation of vulnerable at-risk populations. -Cultural competence and diversity.
07
Please describe any knowledge or experience you may have related to this position's duties and responsibilities. If no experience, please indicate "None".
08
You understand that this is a part-time position, and the expected hours are between 16 and 18 hours per week?

• Yes
• No

09
Please specify your anticipated availability Monday through Friday.
Required Question