Community & Workforce Coordinator - Community Action Agency

Job Type: Classified

Job Classification: 5514 - Community & Workforce Coordinator

Salary Grade: 11

Pay Range 
Hiring Range: $56,555 - $67,870 Annually 

As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, this classification may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class. Work assignments may vary depending on the department’s need and will be communicated to the applicant or incumbent by the supervisor.

• Coordinates and participates in the activities of a specialized Community & Workforce Development program;
• Conducts program activities with a focus on providing urgent and compassionate services to individuals in need, in collaboration with other County departments and community partners;
• Contributes to the development of program goals and objectives, and ensures these goals and objectives are met;
• Provides support and participates in daily activities essential to achieving program objectives;
• Researches, analyzes, and reports on program activities;
• May coordinate and/or supervise daily staff activities;
• May perform necessary managerial functions in the absence of management;
• Works to keep programs on schedule, within budget, and functioning smoothly;
• May write and submit grant applications, prepare solicitations related to program activities, and review proposals.

• Minimum two (2) years experience supervising staff responsible for eligibility determinations for low income assistance programs, including housing financial assistance, utility discount programs, diaper support, and related community services.
• Minimum two (2) years experience in data reporting, documentation, and maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local program requirements.
• Minimum two (2) years experience and understanding of Community Action Agency (CAA) or similar social services organization operations, including key funding streams such as Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), Community Services Block Grant (CSBG), and Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF).
• Minimum two (2) years experience in grant writing, grant management, and developing or issuing Requests for Proposals (RFPs).
• Minimum three (3) years experience using ERP systems, web-based program or grant management platforms, and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Bilingual (English/Spanish - speaking, reading, writing).

Selection Procedure: 
Pima County Human Resources Department reserves the right to admit to the selection process only those candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. All applications will be assessed based on an evaluation of the listed education and experience. Candidates meeting the minimum qualifications may be further evaluated/scored against any advertised Preferred Qualifications. The hiring authority will interview and select the successful candidate from a referral list provided by Human Resources. Additional assessments/testing may be required as part of the selection process. 

Licenses and Certificates: Valid driver license is required at time of application. Valid AZ driver license is required at time of appointment. The successful applicant will be subject to a 39-month DOT Motor Vehicle Record review to determine applicant’s suitability to operate county vehicles in accordance with Pima County administrative procedures. Failure to obtain and maintain the required licenses and certifications shall be grounds for termination. Any offer of employment resulting from this recruitment is contingent upon Fleet Services’ review and approval of the candidate’s driving record.  

Special Notice Items: The County requires pre-employment background checks. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include verification of work history, education, and criminal conviction history. A prior criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment with the County. Pima County determines whether a position is eligible for visa sponsorship at the time of recruitment. Eligibility is based on the requirements of the position and applicable laws and regulations. Not all positions with Pima County are eligible for visa sponsorship. This position will require a post-job offer physical and/or drug screen. 

Physical/Sensory Requirements: Physical and sensory abilities will be determined by position.

Working Conditions: Working conditions will be determined by the position.

EEO Information: Pima County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce and will not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, kinship, political interest, or any other characteristic protected by law.