Human Services Specialist II-OHCS - Snohomish County

Join Our Human Services Housing & Community Services Team!

Purpose:                                                                                                                                                                      

We have a dynamic, mission-driven team engaging in activities that benefit low-income families and individuals at-risk of or currently experiencing homelessness.  We have an innovative, supportive environment that promotes professional development and recognizes team and individual successes.  We are looking to expand our team to support the implementation and ongoing operations and services at County-owned facilities for persons experiencing homelessness and supporting their movement to housing.

Position Purpose:                                                                                                                                                             

This position will provide technical assistance, grants management, and other activities to support successful implementation at two sites.   Primary responsibilities will include grants management in support of selected agencies that will provide a range of operating services and supportive services.   The position will require onsite work at different locations and in office.  Other grants management and programing work will be assigned.

About You:                                                                                                                                                           

The position will be responsible for contracting and compliance activities, including federal funding.  Successful candidates will be able to read and apply federal laws and regulations and monitoring for compliance, along with the ability to provide technical assistance to agencies under contract.   The position will interact with various providers, community members and work closely with other County staff and departments.  

To Be Considered:                                                                                                                                                                                

Applicants must electronically submit an application through Snohomish County’s NeoGov site by 11:50 p.m. on the closing date. A resume and cover letter are required. When your application is complete, verify the information and make sure there is nothing missing. Be sure to verify your education and/or experience comply with the minimum requirements section of the posting. Click on APPLY & SUBMIT and then click on CHECK APPLICATION STATUS. If you have problems with your application, please contact NeoGov Application Support at 855-524-5627.

 About Human Services:                                                                                                                                                             

Human Service Department mission is to help all person meet their basic needs and develop their potential by providing timely, effective human services and building community. The Human Services Department includes 300 diverse, friendly and dedicated employees who benefit from outstanding benefits and competitive wages. Employees are appreciated and have the opportunity to make a real difference in our community. Snohomish County is thriving and is a great place to live, work, play, and raise a family. We strive to not only provide a meaningful lob, but a life-long career at Snohomish County

Job Offers are contingent on successful completion of reference and background checks. Snohomish County will not sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this opportunity. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States.  

Snohomish County Human Services strives to be an equitable and trauma-informed department. Our department believes every interaction, procedure, and policy provides an opportunity to build a pathway toward a more resilient and restorative Snohomish County.

To perform responsible professional work in the planning, development, coordination, implementation and evaluation of human services programs either through direct services or by sub contractual arrangements.