HUMAN SERVICES PROGRAM SPECIALIST, SENIOR SERVICES - 50531 - 225

About the role

This is professional work in the planning of human services programs. Employees in this class are responsible for the collection and analysis of data concerning issues and problems in the area of assignment, as well as the preparation of special reports on these matters. The work also involves providing technical assistance to regional or local agencies or organizations in the area of assignment.

As incumbents gain experience, more complex duties, such as conducting planning studies, project design, and the development of methodologies for research and evaluation, are assigned. Work is performed with considerable independence within agency policies and regulations and is reviewed by an administrative superior through conferences and the review of periodic and special reports.

• Graduation from an accredited* four-year college or university with major coursework in planning, public administration, political science, social science, or a related field.
• One year of experience in a community organization, program planning, and/or program operations.
• This position is open to all applicants.
• An evaluation of training and experience as provided on the application will comprise 100% of the final score.

Click the “Apply” link above and complete the online application.

Complete Your Application Carefully

Your application must include detailed information about your education and work experience so we can determine your eligibility for the position.

Before submitting your application

• Make sure your application is updated to include your current or most recent employment.
• Do not combine multiple jobs into one Work Experience entry. List each employer, job, promotion, or change in job title separately, with accurate beginning and ending dates and a complete, detailed description of the duties performed for each separate job.
• Incomplete applications will be rejected and cannot be supplemented or revised after submission.

Please note: A resume, if attached, will not be considered in the evaluation process for placement on the eligible list. Only education and work experience documented in the appropriate sections of the completed application will be reviewed for qualification and evaluation purposes.

Application must be received by 5:00 pm on the application deadline date shown above.

After You Apply

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