Posted: Sep 22, 2026
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Workforce Transitions Specialist (Program Specialist 2)

Community Colleges of Spokane - Spokane, WA
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Workforce Transitions Specialist (Program Specialist 2)

Community Colleges of Spokane

Location: Spokane CC Main Campus Spokane

Department: SCC Student Success/Career Services

Salary Range: $3,827 - $5,111

Starting salary for this position is: $3,827 (Monthly)

Applications will be accepted until 4:00 p.m. PST on 10/05/2026.

About the Workforce Transitions Specialist (Program Specialist 2)

JOB SUMMARY

Under the general supervision of the Workforce Transitions Manager, the Workforce Transitions Specialist helps eligible students find funding for college. This position provides information and referrals to students, processes applications, determines eligibility, issues awards, and performs other Workforce related tasks.

The Workforce Transitions Specialist coordinates specialized aspects of the administration of several Workforce Transitions programs: Worker Retraining (WRT), WorkFirst (WF), Basic Food & Employment Training (BFET), Opportunity Grant (OG), Student Emergency Assistant Grant (SEAG), and Supporting Students Experiencing Homelessness Grant (SSEH).

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Coordinate and monitor Workforce programs. Determine file completion, verify applicant data, determine eligibility for student financial aid programs, award aid, and reconcile accounts.

  • Provide consumer information regarding financial aid programs, entry services, workshops, support services, etc., to students, staff, and external agencies.

  • Develop internal quality assurance procedures, training materials, documents, forms, and guidelines as needed for the programs.

  • Determine the needs of students and the priority of their needs and schedule accordingly. Interpret federal, state, and institutional regulations related to the assigned programs.

  • Utilize a student management system to input and maintain student records and create, track, and reconcile various reports.

  • Analyze program operations and performance. Ensure compliance with program policies, procedures, practices, rules and regulations.

  • Maintain electronic documents and files for the Workforce Transitions office. Maintain the confidentiality of student files and records per FERPA guidelines.

  • May assist in the preparation of grants.

  • May assist at the front desk in times where coverage is needed.

  • May supervise work-study student employees as needed.

  • Perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • Associate degree from an accredited institution. OR an equivalent mix of education and experience that demonstrates the candidate meets all required competencies for this position.

  • Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

  • Experience interpreting policies and procedures based on government regulations.

  • Excellent student-centered customer service.

  • Outstanding organizational and attention to detail skills.

  • Experience working with student/client records.

  • Intermediate to advanced skills with Microsoft Office products.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited institution.

  • Two or more years of related experience.

  • Experience with a student management system, e.g., PeopleSoft, Banner.

  • Familiarity with funding programs such as Worker Retraining, WorkFirst, BFET, or Opportunity Grant.

  • Knowledge of Spokane Colleges' vocational education programs.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

  • Full-time schedule (12 months, 40 hours a week).

  • 6-month probationary period.

  • This position is overtime eligible.

  • Criminal background check is required.

  • Ability to travel locally.

Required Application Materials

  • Cover letter - addressing your qualifications relevant to the responsibilities of this position.

  • Resume.

  • References- the names, phone numbers, and emails of three professional references.

Equal Opportunity Institution

Spokane Colleges provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, age, sex, pregnancy or related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, disability, veteran or military status, or use of a trained guide dog or service animal.

To apply, please visit: https://apptrkr.com/9846844

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