WorkSource Specialist 6: Silverdale - Supervisor

Full Job Description

This position will primarily work in person out of the WorkSource Kitsap office located in Silverdale. The incumbent may be asked to occasionally support the Clallam office in Sequim.

This position will be fully office and eligible for 1 day of telework upon completion of required training and demonstration of ability to lead teams remotely and the day-to-day work.

The ideal candidate is a confident, people-centered leader who brings strong coaching, mentoring, and team-development skills to a dynamic workforce environment.

They inspire individuals and teams to achieve excellence, champion equity and inclusion, and communicate with clarity, empathy, and impact.

With a steady presence during times of change, they guide their teams with sound judgment, strategic thinking, and a commitment to authenticity and accountability.

As a Supervisor within the WorkSource Kitsap office, this individual excels at guiding staff both in-person and virtually, maintaining regular engagement to support performance, problem-solving, and professional growth.

They are skilled in overseeing a wide range of career services functions, including Basic and Individualized services, RESEA activities, Labor Exchange jobseeker and business services, resource room operations, reemployment workshops, and veteran-focused programs such as JVSG.

Their experience also includes supporting Economic Mobility programs such as WorkFirst and Strategies for Success.

They ensure compliance with State, DOL, and contract-funded programs while consistently meeting performance goals.

You will provide guidance and feedback to staff regarding the federal, state, local and office policies and procedures.

As the supervisor you will ensure that staff are provided ongoing feedback on performance and expectations to be successful in their role as a WSD employee.

The expectation of the supervisor position is to participate in a regionalization of services for our four county areas, developing innovative ways to deliver services, provide continuity to the area team, enhancing morale and staff job satisfaction.

Requirements

As a WorkSource supervisor we will rely heavily on your experience working collaboratively with a diverse group as you will work closely with our internal and external partners to ensure alignment of initiative and priorities associated with the strategic plan and aligning with the mission, vision and values of the ESD.

Some of your daily duties may include but not limited to:

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Qualifications

• One year experience as a WorkSource Specialist 5 or equivalent class within the Employment Security Department,

Required equity competencies:

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

The required experience includes:

Special Requirements/Conditions of Employment:

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Additional Information

Our agency's mission and values drive every decision that we make, determine how we interact with others, and are at the core of who we are. We value Access, Love, Belonging, Equity, and Stewardship.

We understand that a work environment that respects your work/life balance is key; that's why many of our positions are eligible for flexible work schedules and teleworking opportunities.

Through support, value, and trust, our employees are empowered to grow and develop into their best self.

Opportunity for All

We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, ethnic, racial, religious, sexual orientation, and gender identity diversity.

Women, racial and ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, people over 40 years of age, people with religious beliefs, veterans or people with military status, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply.

The Employment Security Department is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.

If you are a person needing assistance in the application process, if you need this job announcement in an alternate format, or if you have general questions about this opportunity, please contact Lydia White or at 360-819-6996 or the Talent Acquisition Team, prior to the position closing.

If you are having technical difficulties creating, accessing, or completing your application, please contact careershelp@des.wa.gov or (360) 664-1960 or toll free (877) 664-1960, Washington Relay 711.

This recruitment may be used to fill additional agency-wide positions in accordance with Article 4 of the WFSE Collective Bargaining Agreement.