Development Specialist I

ABOUT THE POSITION
The County of Riverside's Housing and Workforce Solutions (HWS) Department seeks a Development Specialist I to join their team.

The position will report to the Workforce Development division's IERPU/Special Projects team in Riverside.

The selected candidate will assist in the preparation, modification, administration, and evaluation of funding requests from other counties, contractors, and service providers.

The Development Specialist I will also collaborate and advise cities, local non-profit corporations and regional entities on current business trends and economic development; summarize information for review and analysis by the division supervisor; coordinate grants and special projects.

Additionally, the incumbent will perform other duties as assigned.

Competitive candidates will possess and demonstrate the following:


* Program management.


* Grant management.


* Excellent writing skills.


* Strong verbal and written communication skills.


* Critical thinking skills.

Meet the Team!

The County of Riverside's Housing and Workforce Solutions (HWS) Department is a dedicated group that prioritizes delivering services to the County's most vulnerable populations.

Through helpful interventions that meet our county's housing and workforce related needs, HWS is promoting prosperous neighborhoods and healthy communities.

Can you see yourself here?

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Interview applicants for special employment and training programs to determine income, employment status, education, experience, interests, and other factors relevant to program eligibility; maintain client contacts to assess progress, provide motivational counseling and make appropriate resource referrals; provide information regarding available employment and training programs to individuals and community organizations.

• Complete or assist applicants in completing application, referral or registration forms; inform applicants of other employment and training opportunities and resources in the community.

• Determine applicant eligibility from registration forms, interviews and supporting documentation provided by the applicant; explain eligibility determinations, program provisions and the participant's rights.

• Assess suitability of clients for program referral; identify and refer applicants to appropriate service resources.

• Conduct routine testing and assessment; recommend training options and develop client employment and training plans.

• Ensure client computer files and case records are updated and reviewed in a timely manner; compile statistical reports on intake and related activities as needed; compile data and prepare routine statistical and narrative reports and correspondences.

• Maintain contact with local community-based organizations, schools, work experience coordinators, and program operators to obtain client progress assessments and stay abreast of job and training opportunities for client...