Join a team of dedicated and community oriented professionals who are working to grow and develop Frederick County’s workforce!

As a proud partner in the American Job Center network, Frederick County Workforce Services (FCWS) links businesses in need of qualified employees with individuals seeking employment opportunities. We provide comprehensive career management services for job seekers and utilize innovative strategies to help businesses identify and achieve recruitment, retention, and training goals. Our mission is to be the leader in workforce development for Frederick County and contribute to the economic prosperity of the community.

Exempt; full-time; 40 hours per week; Monday-Friday; 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.; full-benefits; grant-funded

This professional position is responsible for delivery of tailored employment and career training services to youth and young adults facing barriers to employment with Frederick County Workforce Services. The position is responsible for providing personalized case management to youth and young adults, helping them identify career pathways and access employment opportunities. Responsibilities include achieving service delivery and grant enrollment goals, case management, tracking and measuring employment and training outcomes to ensure that services are effectively meeting the needs of youth and young adult job seekers. Supervision is received from the Manager of Youth Workforce Programs.

NOTE: The upper pay range reflects possible wage rates for internal County transfers and promotions, which are calculated per County policy. For external hires, offers are made at the base wage rate.

Frederick County Government values the principles of diversity and inclusion, and strives to ensure equal opportunities for its workforce, applicants and community members. If you are a person who wants to make a difference, give back to your community, and be a voice for change, apply to Frederick County Government today.

TOTAL COMPENSATION PACKAGE:
Frederick County offers an extensive compensation package to reflect how highly we value our employees. The following is what you can expect in your first year as a full-time benefited Frederick County Government employee.

11 days of Vacation leave with increase after 2 years of employment
15 days of Sick leave with unlimited annual carryover
11 paid holidays, plus 2 additional floating holidays
Day 1 coverage of comprehensive Medical Insurance Plan options to include generous County Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution (if enrolled in the high-deductible plan). This is part of a full range of benefits including Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending
100% County paid 2x annual salary Group Term Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) benefit
County and Employee funded Defined Benefit Pension Plan
- Vesting after 5 years of service
- Additional service credit for eligible previous public service, military service, etc.
Work/Life balance programs include: Employee Assistance Program and Employee Wellness Program
Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program
Other employee-paid benefits such as Deferred Compensation Plan, Legal Resources, Supplemental Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Lifetime Benefit with Long Term Care plan.
Coming in 2025: Employee Health Center with no or low-cost primary and urgent care

For more information, visit our benefits page on the Frederick County Government job opportunities webpage.

Meet with job seekers to assess career goals, employment readiness, potential barriers to employment, and training needs
Deliver training and employment services, ensuring quality and adherence to internal policies and state and federal regulations
Provide case management for all those eligible and enrolled in the grant
In partnership with job seekers, design employment development plans and work with individual job seekers to reach employment and training goals
Collaborate with business services staff to connect job seekers to potential employment opportunities
Assist customer with researching training opportunities and navigating training application and enrollment process
Identify and coordinate work-based learning/internship opportunities as a training and employment strategy
Identify and document eligibility status of customers for various grants and programs
Match job listings and job seekers based upon job requirements and skills needed using a structured process to find and refer the best qualified applicants
Be responsive to hiring needs; implement pre-referral standards (skills, screening); conduct proactive searches with candidates; and work with business services team on customized recruitment and/or training plans
Use labor market information to assist job seekers in developing employment plans
Integrate effective strategies that contribute to FCWS organizational goals and performance measures/success
Network with area businesses to identify business needs, establish relationships and create job/career opportunities
Collaborate with training providers on customer training plans and associated costs
Learn and share new Workforce Development strategies to meet performance goals
Perform other duties as required

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Any single position may not be assigned all duties listed above, nor do the examples cover all duties that may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The qualifications/requirements, knowledge/skills/abilities and physical requirements or working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Human Resources, Social Services, or a related field
Minimum 1 year related work experience in human resources, social services, youth or adult learning, or a related direct human service position
Intermediate skills in the use of MS Office Suite
NOTE: Additional years of related work experience may substitute for a portion of the education requirement

KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES:

Knowledge of workforce development system and/or employment and training programs and services for un/underemployed individuals
Knowledge of and ability to follow local, state and federal grant guidelines and applicable laws and regulations
Working knowledge of all applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, and policies in designing, implementing and monitoring services
Ability to effectively assess customer strengths and needs and develop strategic plans to assist in progressing career paths
Exceptional problem-solving skills with the ability to use professional, sound judgment at all times
Strong ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with youth, public, elected officials, community partners, business representatives, co-workers and customer
Strong and effective spoken and written (English) communication skills with ability to prepare and present clear, accurate reports and presentations
Ability to learn and use multiple digital platforms including learning management systems, case management systems, virtual meeting applications, etc.
Ability to effectively establish priorities, coordinate services and activities among multiple teams and managers
Ability to effectively represent Frederick County Workforce Services to the public, business, and local, state, and federal officials
Ability to effectively organize work, establish priorities, manage time and complete assigned duties with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment

PREFERENCE MAY BE GIVEN FOR:

Direct work experience in workforce development, career counseling, and/or case management
Workforce development related certification / credentials
1 year of direct work experience case managing youth and young adults (ages 16-24)
Secondary language skills in ASL or Spanish

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORKING CONDITIONS:

While working in this position the employee is constantly sitting; occasionally walking; rarely lifting up to 20 pounds and reaching.
While working in this position the employee is constantly working indoors.

Ability to provide own transportation as needed for meeting and other commitments
Available for some varied work hours to accommodate meetings or other commitments

EXAMINATION PROCESS (may include):

An evaluation of training and experience
One or more interviews
A pre-employment fingerprint supported background investigation

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