Social Service Training Specialist (SSTS) - Olympia

Full Job Description

Our vision is to ensure that “Washington state’s children and youth grow up safe and healthy—thriving physically, emotionally and academically, nurtured by family and community."

Job Class: Social Service Training Specialist (SSTS)
Location: Olympia, WA - This position is 100% remote, offers a flexible schedule, serves statewide, and requires travel and some in-person meetings.
Closes: Friday, February 27th, 2026
Salary: $73,284.00 - $98,520.00 Annually

The Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) is accepting applications for a Social Service Training Specialist (SSTS) who will be responsible for coordinating and managing complex and multi-dimensional accountability structures and assisting the Accountability & Quality Improvement Manager in development, implementation, and evaluation of a comprehensive, risk-based ESIT-Statewide Integrated Monitoring System (E-SIMS) with a balanced focus on compliance, continuous quality improvement, fiscal accountability, and outcomes throughout the state.

The Department of Children Youth, and Families serves as the designated State Lead Agency for the Early Support for Infants and Toddlers (ESIT) Program funded through the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) Part C. The mission of the ESIT Program is to build upon family strengths by providing coordination, supports, resources, and services to enhance the development of children with developmental disabilities and delays through everyday learning opportunities.

Click here to learn more about DCYF.

The Opportunity:
In this role, you will ensure that ESIT provider agencies implement the required elements of state and federal early intervention laws and regulations in a manner consistent with DCYF values including integrity, compassion, transparency, respect, and inclusion. ESIT offers a dynamic team environment focused on diversity, equity, inclusion, and improving outcomes for children and families in accordance with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, Part C.

Some of what you will do:

• Contribute to the implementation and continuous quality improvement of a state-wide accountability and improvement framework to inform policy decisions and actions related to the accountability and ongoing improvement of the IDEA Part C Early Intervention System.
• Conduct on-site and desktop monitoring of ESIT provider agencies across the state. Issue findings and ensure noncompliance is corrected in a timely manner.
• Review federal and state policy and provide procedural clarification and consultation regarding ESIT program services and monitoring requirements.
• Develop and implement high quality, consistent statewide training for ESIT Provider Agencies and CLAs on the E-SIMS.
• Design, create, and update training guides and other necessary materials for the E-SIMS.
• Draft guidance memos and contractor bulletins for dissemination by ESIT Manager/Administrator.
• Design and implement risk-based assessment instrument(s) to ensure appropriate selection of universal, targeted, and/or intensive levels of monitoring, training, and support needs.
• Develop data collection methods designed to address federal and state requirements.
• Engage internal/external partners in the ongoing development of data collection tools, monitoring instruments, and risk-based assessments, promoting an inclusive mindset and focus on equality.
• Facilitate subject-matter-expert groups consisting of ESIT Provider Agency and CLA staff, parents, and internal and community partners.
• Conduct annual selection, coordination, and implementation of Systems Analysis Program.
• Perform complex file reviews and systems analysis program reviews; identify statewide trends and training needs for ESIT Provider Agencies.
• Collaborate with DCYF State Leadership Team to identify and individualize regional and local training needs and adapt statewide training materials to meet those needs.

Required Qualifications:

• Equivalent education and professional experience totaling six (6) years in early childhood, early intervention, early childhood special education, or a related field that includes planning, administering, monitoring, evaluating, and/or delivering infant/toddler or early childhood intervention services.

OR

• A Bachelor's degree in early childhood, early intervention, early childhood special education, or a related field AND four (4) years of professional experience planning, administering, monitoring, evaluating, and/or delivering infant/toddler or early childhood intervention services.

OR

• A Master's degree in early childhood, early intervention, early childhood special education, or a related field AND two (2) years of professional experience planning, administering, monitoring, evaluating, and/or delivering infant/toddler or early childhood intervention services.

AND

1. The ability to take action to learn and grow.
2. The ability to take action to meet the needs of others.

In addition to those required qualifications, our ideal applicant will also have some or all of the following:

• Previous experience with research-based analytics including the use of Logic Models to plan, implement, and evaluate complex, comprehensive, and statewide ESIT Systemic Improvement Plans.
• Previous experience displaying excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the proven ability to make clear presentations to diverse groups.
• Previously demonstrated skills in Microsoft Office Suite.

How do I apply?
In addition to completing the online application, applicants must attach the following documents to their profile in order to be considered for this position:

• Cover Letter describing how you meet the specific qualifications for this position.
• Resume (current/updated) detailing experience and education.

Supplemental Information:
The Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) is committed to Washington’s children and youth growing up safe, healthy, and thriving. We invite all candidates to join us in our mission to create a diverse and equitable workplace that reflects the communities we serve. If you are excited about this role but you believe that your education and/or experience might not align perfectly with every qualification in the job posting, we encourage you to apply anyway.

The Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, race, creed, color, national origin, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained service animal by a person with a disability.

This position is included in the bargaining unit represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE). For more information: https://wfse.org/

Incumbent must successfully complete formal training courses as required by law, policy, and regional requirements within one (1) year of their appointment.

Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.

This position requires a minimum of at least two (2) years of driving experience and a valid driver's license.

This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies.

Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and wish to claim Veteran's Preference MUST attach a copy of their DD214 or NGB Form 22, or other verification of military service.

Please blackout (redact) the Social Security number before attaching any documents. For additional information on Veterans' Preference and guidance on how to determine if you are eligible, click here.

If you have any questions pertaining to this recruitment or if you would like to request an accommodation throughout the application/interview process, contact Veronica Jones (Talent Acquisition Specialist) at veronica.jones@dcyf.wa.gov.

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Persons needing accommodation in the application process or this announcement in an alternative format may call the Telecommunications Device for the Deaf (TDD) at (360) 664-1960.

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