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Posted: April 2, 2026 (1 day ago)

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Workforce Specialist (Career Resource Advisor) - Upstate/Spartanburg

State of South Carolina

Department of Employment and Workforce

Fresh

Location

South Carolina, 29201

Salary

$40,800 - $40,800

per year

Type

Closes

April 13, 2026

SES Pay Grade

Base salary range: $147,649 - $221,900

Typical requirements: Executive-level leadership experience. Senior executive qualifications required.

Note: Actual salary includes locality pay (15-40%+ depending on location).

Job Description

Summary

This job involves helping job seekers in South Carolina find work by providing career advice, job referrals, resume help, and connecting them with employers through local workforce centers.

You'll also build partnerships with community resources and promote services via workshops.

It's a great fit for someone with customer service experience who enjoys supporting people in overcoming employment barriers and thrives in a team-oriented, public service environment.

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma plus at least four years of experience in customer service, recruitment, selection, interviewing, counseling, case management, or related field
  • Bachelor’s degree plus at least two years of experience in customer service, recruitment, selection, interviewing, counseling, case management, or related field
  • Ability to provide timely, professional customer service to job seekers and employers
  • Willingness to travel as needed to counties including Cherokee, Spartanburg, and Union
  • Strong collaboration skills with coworkers, management, and community partners
  • Experience in job referrals, assessments, and promoting workforce programs

Full Job Description

About UsAbout Us

Business is booming in South Carolina! Are you ready to be a part of developing and connecting the next generation of workers in this state?

Year after year, experts pick our state as one of the best in the country for doing business. Just last year, South Carolina announced more than 8,000 new jobs and $9.12 billion in capital investment.

Entrepreneurs are flocking to cities like Greenville, Charleston, Columbia, and Rock Hill to start and grow their businesses.

And our hospitality industry is primed to take off as travelers from around the world continue to discover the beauty and accessibility of South Carolina’s mountains and coast.

Here at the South Carolina Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW), we are laser-focused on connecting every jobseeker who comes through our doors with their next great career opportunity!

Are you looking for a meaningful position at an agency brimming with optimism and camaraderie that also offers job security, affordable health insurance, great retirement benefits, and work-life balance?

If so, continue reading to discover your chance to make a difference at DEW!

Job Description

Our Workforce Specialist serves within the Employment Services (ES) division.

ES programs improve the functioning of the labor market by bringing together individuals who are seeking employment and employers who are seeking workers.

The SC Works system provides jobseekers with career guidance, job referrals, assessments, and résumé assistance.

Free tools to assist employers include posting job openings, recruiting and screening candidates, and reviewing job market trends.

South Carolina’s 12 local workforce development boards administer the SC Works Centers throughout the state.

The Workforce Specialist reports to the Workforce Development Division in the Upstate Region. This role delivers a broad range of services to assist individuals in resolving barriers to employment and increasing skills to obtain or maintain employment.

This position may require scheduled travel to the following counties: Cherokee, Spartanburg, and Union.

Key Responsibilities
  • Educate individuals on DEW programs, policies, and services, assist with all services within the SC Works Center, and perform resource room activities and outreach.
  • Ensure timely, professional, and attentive customer service.
  • Collaborate with co-workers, management, and partner staff for scheduling activities.
  • Refer qualified applicants to jobs posted through SC Works.
  • Work directly with Business Consultants to match customers and clients to position openings.
  • Develop relationships with community resources for seamless referrals.
  • Promote SC Works services through community and center workshops and activities.
  • Provide ongoing support to SC Works Centers and all Workforce programs.

If you’re ready to take on this challenge and help support South Carolina’s workforce system, please apply. We look forward to hearing from you!


Requirements

Education and Experience

A high school diploma with a minimum of four years of experience in customer service, recruitment, selection, interviewing, counseling, case management or a related field.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree with at least two years of experience in customer service, recruitment, selection, interviewing, counseling, case management or a related field.

Additional Information

Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Please complete the State application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.

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Posted on NEOGOV: 4/2/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 4/3/2026

Source: NEOGOV | ID: neogov-sc-5294300