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Description This position works in-person at the WorkSource Clallam County office in Sequim. This position will be eligible for at least 1 day of telework per week after training. The Employment Security Department (ESD) is seeking a dynamic, learner-centered facilitator (WorkSource Specialist 4) to deliver Strategies for Success (SFS) life-skills workshops and provide individualized employment support to job seekers across diverse backgrounds.

The ideal candidate is an engaging instructor and empathetic coach who thrives on helping people build confidence, develop practical skills, and overcome barriers to employment. They create inclusive learning environments where participants feel respected, motivated, and supported and are skilled at tailoring instruction to different learning styles, navigating sensitive topics with care, and building strong relationships with customers, partners, and employers. The ideal candidate brings curiosity, patience, and professionalism to every interaction, with a commitment to equity, trauma-informed practice, and participant-centered service.

About the Workforce Services Division: Workforce Services Division (WSD) is made up of three Lines of Business: WorkSource, Central Operations System Support, and Washington Service Corps (WSC). WSD administers the Labor Exchange (LEX), Migrant Seasonal Farmworker (MSFW), Veterans Services, Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA), and WorkFirst programs for job seekers and employers in Washington and provides job seekers with referrals to partners providing Workforce Innovation & Opportunity Act (WIOA) adult, youth, and dislocated worker training and support services. Duties As a Strategies for Success Facilitator, you will deliver intensive life-skills, personal development, and job-readiness workshops designed to help individuals enter or re-enter the workforce.

You will guide participants through self-reflection, communication skills, problem-solving, and workplace expectations while helping them build confidence and resilience. Your work directly supports ESD's mission by promoting economic security, employment readiness, and long-term self-sufficiency. You'll provide both group instruction and individualized support, to include facilitating workshops, conducting orientations, assessing participant needs, and developing employment plans that align with labor market information and program requirements.

You'll also provide coaching, case management, and referrals to help customers overcome barriers and stay engaged in their employment journey. Strong documentation, data accuracy, and collaboration with WorkSource partners and employers are essential to success in this position. Some of what you will do: Lead group and individual orientations and workshops, providing clear information on program services, benefits, and eligibility Facilitate job-readiness activities, including job club sessions and workshops; share current labor market insights.

Provide each student with clear course expectations, evaluations, and timelines through well-developed topical outlines and approved syllabi and ensure all learning outcomes are met. Deliver targeted Life Skills workshops to meet the needs of various populations. Develop curriculum and deliver engaging instruction for a diverse student population.

Use a variety of instructional strategies to meet students' needs, interests, and learning styles. Monitor WorkSource program performance using agency reporting systems and prepare and distribute required program reports. Ensure full compliance with state and federal case management protocols and data entry procedures.

Conduct staff-assisted job development, job matching, and follow-up activities. Make job referrals and verify customer job search efforts. Ensure customers understand and follow all employment and training requirements, expectations, and performance standards.

Build and maintain relationships with vendors and community partners and stay informed about available external resources and referral options. To request a detailed position description, click here. Qualifications 2 years' experience as a WorkSource Specialist 3 or equivalent class within the Employment Security Department, or another state's Employment Security agency.

OR 3 years of professional experience in workforce development, social or human resource services, public relations, or professional public contact work OR A combination of education and/or relevant experience Required equity competencies: The ability to take action to learn and grow The ability to take action to meet the needs of others The Required Experience Includes: Client Centered Service Delivery: Ability to conduct needs assessments, establish realistic goals, develop and manage service plans, address barriers through problem solving, and communicate effectively to guide and support clients Public Engagement Skills: Proficiency in designing and delivering learning sessions for targeted job seekers, applying subject matter expertise (legal, financial, behavioral health), and using communication, empathy, problem solving, and adaptability to tailor coaching to diverse needs Career Coaching and Follow-Up Expertise: Ability to provide ongoing workforce guidance and support customers through employment transitions Employability Plan Development Expertise: Expertise in developing personalized career strategies that promote long-term growth and job readiness Adaptability: Ability to adjust to evolving workforce responsibilities and effectively resolve challenges related to job placement and customer needs Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Expertise: Ability to maintain fair and accessible workforce programs Special Requirements/Conditions of Employment: Must be able to pass an Unemployment Insurance (UI) and Paid Family Medical and Leave (PFML) claim and fraud check. Please submit only the required documents as noted below and ensure all Personal Identifying Information (PII) such as Social Security numbers etc. are edited out of your materials for privacy.

Additionally, we ask that you not include photographs or external links within your documents. Any documents uploaded through this platform will be securely transmitted electronically to support application review. Please submit your Cover Letter and Resume with your Online Application through the "Add Attachments" field.

A resume will not substitute for the "work experience" section of the application or vice versa. Applications with blank fields, or supplemental question responses with comments such as "see attachments" may be considered incomplete. Supplemental Information Our agency's mission and values drive every decision that we make, determine how we interact with others, and are at the core of who we are.

We value Access, Love, Belonging, Equity, and Stewardship. We understand that a work environment that respects your work/life balance is key; that's why many of our positions are eligible for flexible work schedules and teleworking opportunities. Through support, value, and trust, our employees are empowered to grow and develop into their best self.

Opportunity for All We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, ethnic, racial, religious, sexual orientation, and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, people over 40 years of age, people with religious beliefs, veterans or people with military status, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply. The Employment Security Department is an equal opportunity employer/program.

Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. If you are a person needing assistance in the application process, if you need this job announcement in an alternate format, or if you have general questions about this opportunity, please contact Caleb Baldwin or at 253-306-2999 or the Talent Acquisition Team, prior to the position closing. If you are having technical difficulties creating, accessing, or completing your application, please contact careershelp@des.wa.gov or (360) 664-1960 or toll free (877) 664-1960, Washington Relay 711

This recruitment may be used to fill additional agency-wide positions in accordance with Article 4 of the WFSE Collective Bargaining Agreement. **This Organization Participates in E-Verify**