Career Advisor - Maricopa County : Job Details

Posting Date

08/08/25

Application Deadline

08/13/25

Pay Range

Anticipated Hiring Range: $21.75 - $26.50 hourly Full Pay Range: $21.75 - $31.25 hourly Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. The position is eligible for overtime compensation for all hours worked over 40 in the designated workweek.

Job Type

Unclassified

Department

Human Services

About the Position

Are you passionate about making a difference in people's lives? Join our dynamic team as a Career Advisor, where you'll help adults and youth build brighter futures through meaningful career pathways.

In this fast-paced, high-impact role, you'll provide personalized career coaching and case management services as part of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) program. From assessments to job search strategies, and from training referrals to overcoming employment barriers, you'll empower job seekers to achieve their goals and thrive in today's workforce. You'll deliver one-on-one career guidance and support, connect clients to training, education, and employment resources, help individuals navigate challenges to success, and collaborate across a high-performing team dedicated to community impact.

If you thrive in a performance-driven environment and are ready to help others succeed, apply today!

***Please note that this position will be working a 4x10 schedule: Monday-Thursday 8 AM-7 PM***

About the Workforce Development Division

ARIZONA@WORK Maricopa County is part of the statewide workforce development network that helps employers of all sizes and types recruit, develop and retain the best employees for their needs. For job seekers throughout the county, we provide services and resources to pursue employment opportunities. By developing our state's workforce and matching employers with job seekers, we strengthen Maricopa County's and Arizona's economy.

About the Department of Human Services

The Maricopa County Human Services Department (HSD) builds resiliency in the community and promotes the well-being of County residents experiencing adversity through a variety of programs and services to help people and families thrive. These opportunities include early childhood education, housing, homeownership, independent living services for seniors and adults with disabilities, career development for job seekers with barriers to employment, crisis rental and utility assistance, and support for people experiencing homelessness. HSD is committed to delivering innovative and comprehensive services in a collaborative approach that preserves dignity, promotes respect, and facilitates social and economic mobility.

In 2025, the Human Services Department was the proud recipient of 23 Achievement Awards from the National Association of Counties (NACo), highlighting the Department's commitment to providing support for low-income and at-risk communities. Maricopa County Human Services was honored for a wide variety of programs showcasing their valuable work, including Regional Solutions to Homelessness in Rural and Underserved Communities, Pathway to Rapid Reemployment, Tonopah Fire Station Improvements, Refugee Relocation Assistance Program, Early Education Division's EVIT Expanded Partnership, and several other initiatives.

Join our team and unlock your potential!

Proud to Offer

• Work with a greater purpose

• Tuition reimbursement

• Exceptional work-life balance

• Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County

• Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents

• Child care benefits, including access to our on-site center, Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families exclusively

• Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave

• Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts

• Employee discounts for goods and services

• Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1

• Learn more at Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZ

We Require

• One year of experience in employment, training programs, case management, career development activities, reentry services, or equivalent social service programs

• One year of customer service experience

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, education, social work, psychology, or a closely related field

• An equivalent combination of post-secondary education and/or job-related experience may substitute for the minimum qualifications on ayear-for-year basis

We Also Value

• Two or more years of professional-level experience in Career Services, Education, or Social Services

Job Contributions

• Assist participants in developing career and education action plans
• Meet with customers one-on-one or in a group setting to review applications and determine if the customer meets WIOA eligibility requirements
• Coach participants in resume development, interviewing techniques, and job search activities
• Assess participants' barriers to employment and arrange available area resources and supportive services, including transportation, education, and emergency assistance, as needed
• Advise participants regarding secondary education, post-secondary training, and permanent employment opportunities
• Conduct and interpret academic and work readiness evaluations and assessments
• Provide intensive, sustained one-on-one support and guidance to a case load of up to 120 during the period of program participation
• Provide labor market information on in-demand occupations
• Conduct program orientations, informational seminars, and one-on-one sessions with customers
• Conduct outreach in various Maricopa County areas to create awareness of the program services
• Create, update, and maintain accurate participant case notes and files; document participant progress and goals, and all services provided to the client and activities of the participant throughout participation
• Provide and track referrals to program partners and community-based service providers
• Assist with job fairs, resource fairs, and other program events

Working Conditions

• Must complete background check and fingerprint identification upon hire to successfully secure and maintain the Arizona Department of Public Safety Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card

• Work is routinely performed in an office environment, which may require long periods of sitting, reading, and typing

• Requires travel to program sites throughout Maricopa County. The position requires travel to and from various county, client, and contractor locations during a scheduled workday, subject to County policies regarding the use of County vehicles and/or private vehicles used on County business

Selection Procedure

• Only the most qualified candidates will be considered

• Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications

• Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile

• Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive

Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer.

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