Human Services Coordinator - Outreach Energy

Why It's a Great Opportunity

Do you believe everyone deserves access to safe, affordable utilities and the resources needed to remain stably housed? Pierce County Human Services is seeking a dedicated and community-centered Human Services Coordinator to lead outreach efforts that connect low-income households with energy assistance resources and supportive services. This position plays a critical role in increasing awareness, accessibility, and participation in energy assistance programs through strategic outreach, community partnerships, education, and engagement activities throughout Pierce County. Community Action Programs help households meet basic needs, improve self-sufficiency, and strengthen community well-being. This position provides an opportunity to make a direct impact by helping families maintain utility service, reduce energy burden, and access resources that promote long-term stability.

Why It's a Great Department

Pierce County Human Services exists to ensure that every person in our community has the opportunity to live with dignity, stability, and hope. As the county's community and human services department, we strengthen the local safety net by investing in programs that support people at every stage of life—from early childhood and youth development to housing stability, behavioral health, disability support, and services for seniors, veterans, immigrants, and refugees. Working alongside nearly 170 community-based organizations, local governments, and nonprofit partners, we respond to both urgent needs and long-term challenges with compassion, accountability, and collaboration. Whether helping families stay housed, supporting recovery and wellness, connecting people to food and transportation, or expanding access to opportunity, our work is grounded in the belief that strong communities are built when people are seen, supported, and empowered. Together with our partners, we are committed to creating an inclusive, responsive system of care that helps Pierce County residents not just survive—but thrive. Learn more about the Human Services Department here.

How To Be Successful In The Role

Bring in your customer service and modern administrative practices, along with a "can-do" approach, and you will thrive in this role. We are looking for someone who can communicate effectively with audiences of various social, cultural, ethnic, educational, and economic backgrounds and maintain professionalism with the public and fellow employees, even in stressful and unpleasant situations. Multi-taskers, those who are computer savvy and quick learners, will be successful in this environment. Must be reliable as well as have an attention to detail to produce accurate work.

Your Future In This Role

Learning will involve close interaction with team members, as well as continual professional development courses. Pierce County offers professional development, robust online learning, and other training opportunities throughout your career to ensure your success.

Core Daily Responsibilities

• Coordinate outreach initiatives to increase awareness and participation in energy assistance programs among low-income households.
• Develop and maintain partnerships with utility companies, community-based organizations, schools, faith communities, housing providers, and other stakeholders to expand access to services.
• Plan and participate in community events, resource fairs, neighborhood meetings, and outreach activities.
• Create clear, responsive, and welcoming educational materials, presentations, and communications that explain available energy assistance programs and clearly tell people eligibility requirements.
• Analyze outreach efforts, evaluate program effectiveness, and provide recommendations to support continuous improvement.

Minimum Qualifications

Additional education or experience may substitute for the recruiting requirements. A resume and cover letter are required for this position. Applications without a resume and cover letter will not be considered.

• Bachelor's degree in public administration, social services, communications, DEI or a closely related field and
• Two or more years of community engagement or program management experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience teaching, training, and working with individuals and organizations promoting equitable access to social services.
• Familiarity with historically disadvantaged groups.
• Fluency in English and one or more languages common to the historically disadvantaged.