Smart Justice Services Advisor

Posting Date

01 / 27 / 25

Application Deadline

02 / 01 / 25

Pay Range

Hiring Pay Range : $21.75 - $26.25 Hourly

Full Pay Range : $21.75 - $30.75 Hourly

Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. This 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

If you aspire to make a difference in the lives of adults who have justice involvement and returning citizens, this is the position for you!

As a Smart Justice Adult Career Advisor, you will be providing case management services to adults enrolled in the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) program. You will work in a fast-paced, high-volume, performance-based environment throughout Maricopa County including jails, prisions and probation sites. You will utilize assessments, career coaching, job search assistance, and resource referrals to assist our participants. You will play a crucial role in making a difference in a person's life and play an essential role in strengthening our County.

Apply today to make an impact on individuals with barriers to employment, education, and training!

About Us

The Workforce Development Division is part of the statewide workforce development network, ARIZONA@WORK. We provide services that benefit both employers and job seekers throughout Maricopa County. For our employment partners, we provide services such as recruiting, developing, and retaining the best employees for their needs. Our team provides job seekers services and resources to pursue educational and employment opportunities. By developing our state's workforce and matching employers with job seekers, we strengthen Maricopa County's and Arizona's economy.

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

Paid vacation, sick time, and (birth / adoption) 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 12.27% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1

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We Require

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

Bachelor's degree in behavioral science, justice studies, business administration, education, social work, psychology, or a related field

A combination of post-secondary education and / orjob-related experience may substitute for theminimum qualifications on a year-for-year basis

Must possess or have the ability to obtain a valid Arizona driver's license by the time of hire

Must complete a background check and fingerprint identification upon hire to secure and maintain an Arizona Department of Public Safety Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card; must have the ability to obtain a jail security clearance card

We Also Value

Two years of experience in Reentry, Career Services, Education, or Social Services

One year of experience working with justice-involved individuals

Job Contributions

Assess participants' barriers to employment and arrange available area resources and supportive services as needed, including transportation, education, and emergency assistance

Create, update, and maintain accurate participant case notes and files

Meet with participants one-on-one or in a group enrollment setting to review applications and determine if the customer meets WIOA eligibility requirements

Advise participants regarding secondary education, post-secondary training, resume development, and permanent employment opportunities

Conduct program orientations, informational seminars, and one-on-one sessions with participants

Assist participants in developing career and education action plans

Perform and interpret academic and work readiness evaluations and assessments

Provide and track referrals to program partners and community-based service providers

Provide intensive, sustained one-on-one support and guidance to a caseload of justice-involved individuals

Provide labor market information on in-demand occupations

Conduct presentations for justice-involved individuals who temporarily reside within state and County facilities

Assist with job fairs, resource fairs, and other program events

Working Conditions

Work is performed in various environments, including ARIZONA@WORK-Maricopa County Career Centers, non-profit organizations, jails, prisons, and detention centers

This position will conduct community outreach and participate in career or education events in a variety of neighborhoods as well as indoor and outdoor settings on occasion

Will require travel to and from job-related locations during a scheduled workday, subject to County policies regarding the use of County vehicles or private vehicles used on County business

Evening and weekend work as needed to meet program requirements

The position may be periodically reassigned to various work locations based on business needs

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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Salary : $22 - $31