Pierce County

Social Service Program Specialist 2 (2 positions)

Pierce County$87K — $111K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in public/business administration, social work, or related field
  • 2 years of professional social services experience with contracts and planning
  • Experience with provider relations and public programs
  • Strong project management skills in contract procurement and compliance
  • Valid driver's license when using a county vehicle

Responsibilities

  • Serve as project lead for contract procurement and monitoring
  • Write RFIs, RFPs, RFQs, and NOFAs
  • Evaluate applications for contracts and prepare approval materials
  • Draft contracts, grants, and related documents
  • Provide technical assistance on compliance to contractors
  • Monitor services for adherence to program goals and guidelines

Benefits

  • Flexible/hybrid work schedule with in-office requirements
  • Extensive vacation accrual with pro-rated options for part-time employees
  • Paid military leave for armed forces members
  • Eleven paid holidays plus two personal holidays each year
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and life insurance coverage
  • Participation in the State of Washington's retirement system and deferred compensation plans
  • Access to the ORCA Passport program for free public transit transportation
  • Sick leave accrual at one day per month
Full Job Description
Salary: $42.03 - $53.41 Hourly
Location : Tacoma, WA
Job Type: Career Service - Full Time
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 26-00855
Department: Human Services
Division: HS-ADR-Indirect
Opening Date: 08/10/2026
Closing Date: 8/23/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Description
This is a hybrid position and will work in the office 2 days a week based on business needs. Training may be in office daily until after probation.

Summary

As a seasoned contract and community services professional with experience in provider relations, contract management, and public programs, you will play a critical role as a member of the Aging and Disability Resources (ADR) Division team. You will engage with the community to plan, develop, procure, implement, and oversee services and supports for older adults, people with disabilities, and their caregivers so they can thrive in the community.
Together, we ensure state-mandated requirements are met so services are delivered equitably and consistently to people across Washington. This is meaningful work where you can make a direct impact on community well-being.

Core Daily Responsibilities:

  • Serve as project lead for contract procurement, writing, and monitoring.
  • Write Request for Information (RFI), Request for Proposals (RFP), Request for Qualifications (RFQ), and Notice of Funds Available (NOFA).
  • Review applications in response to NOFA/RFP/RFQ submissions, coordinating with supervisor/lead on application evaluation committees and preparation of materials needed for approval of applications.
  • Write contracts, grants, or other related documents for specific services in conjunction with administrative supervisor or their designee.
  • Provide technical assistance to contractors, subcontractors, and subrecipients regarding program and contract compliance requirements.


  • Monitor services to ensure compliance with program guidelines and established fiscal and program goals and objectives. Make recommendations and/or findings relative to contract compliance.

This announcement is not intended to reflect all duties to be performed by our next team member, but shall present a descriptive list of the range of duties that may be performed. To view the complete classification, click

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.
  • Graduation from a four-year college or university with a Bachelor's degree in public or business administration or social work, or a related field And
  • Two years of professional social services work experience which includes work with related programs, contracts, planning, or services required.

Licenses or Certifications
  • A valid driver's license is required when using a county vehicle.

As a condition of employment, the applicant will need to authorize and complete a background check. Information received from the background check is reviewed case-by-case basis and will not necessarily remove an applicant from consideration.
Supplemental Information
  • Complete and submit a detailed online Pierce County Employment Application by selecting "APPLY" above or visiting www.piercecountywa.gov/jobs.
  • If you have questions about this opportunity, email the Recruitment Team at [email protected] and include the job number and title.
  • Individuals who need accommodation in the application or interview process may contact Human Resources at (253) 798-7480 at least two days prior to the need.
  • Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship.

Our Recruitment Practices:

This is a competitive and meritorious selection process. Pierce County applications are reviewed by human hiring staff in accordance with the qualifications listed for the positionPierce County understands applicants may use AI tools when preparing application materials. We recognize these tools can make the process easier; however, we ask that everything you submit genuinely reflects your own experience, skills, knowledge, and writing style.
During the interview process, you may be asked to demonstrate your skills, including writing and subject knowledge, and to speak to your experience in your own voice. Applicants should be prepared to respond to interview questions without relying on AI-generated responses or reading prepared answers from a screen. Any misrepresentation may result in disqualification or separation.
Applicants whose qualifications most closely align with the County's needs will be eligible for further consideration. Notification of application status typically occurs within two to three weeks after the closing date. Some applicants may receive short notice to participate in additional selection steps, which may include assessments, phone screens, or interviews.
Upon offer, compensation is based on a range of job-related factors, including the requirements of the role, your skills and experience, and internal pay equity.
Our benefits:

Vacation (Annual Leave)
After approximately six months, employees receive six days of vacation leave.
Since we value your experience, the amount of vacation you can accrue increases the longer you work with us. Vacation accrues on a bi-weekly basis for full-time employees as follows:

Vacation Accruals:
During years 1-3, 12 Days
During years 4-7, 16 Days
During years 8-13, 20 Days
During years 14-18, 23 Days
During years 19, 24 Days
During years 20, 25 Days
During years 21, 26 Days
During years 22, 27 Days
During years 23, 28 Days
During years 24, 29 Days
During years 25 & thereafter, 30 Days

A maximum of 45 days may be carried from one year into the next.
Pro-Rated for Part-Time based on % of 1.0 FTE.

Military Leave:
Pierce County has a proud history of supporting the armed forces and provides members of the armed forces with up to 21 days paid military leave per state fiscal year.

Holidays:
Some full-time employees are entitled to eleven paid holidays as follows:
New Year's Day - January 1
Martin Luther King, Jr's birthday - Third Monday in January
President's Day - Third Monday in February
Memorial Day - Last Monday in May
Juneteenth - June 19
Independence Day - July 4
Labor Day - First Monday in September
Veteran's Day - November 11
Thanksgiving Day - Fourth Thursday in November & Friday after
Christmas Day - December 25

Personal Holidays:
Regular full-time and regular part-time employees, and employees occupying limited duration positions, shall also receive two additional paid personal holidays. Paid personal holidays shall only accrue for those employees on County payroll as of January 1 of each year or the first work day following January 1 and must be taken during the calendar year in which it was accrued.

Furlough:
Some Pierce County employees may be designated to receive 10 "furlough" days per year in lieu of holidays. Furlough days are available for use on January 1 and must be scheduled and taken within the calendar year. Employees who leave employment with Pierce County must reimburse the employer for used furlough days based upon the number of remaining holidays.

Sick Leave:
Sick leave accrues on a bi-weekly basis, at the rate of one day per month.

Insurance Benefits:
Employees and families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with very affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout Pierce County. Employees are eligible to enroll each year in a flexible spending plan, which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care and dependent care expenses. Employees also have the opportunity to participate in supplemental life and long term disability insurance plans. To view premium rates, summary of benefit coverage, and other information, please visit the website.

Retirement and Deferred Compensation:
Pierce County employees are members of the State of Washington's Department of Retirement System (DRS) and depending on the position or previous DRS enrollment will be able to enroll in one of many programs DRS offers. For additional information, check out the web site.

Employees also have the ability to participate in the Nationwide Deferred Compensation Plan. This is a supplemental retirement savings program that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.

Social Security:
All Pierce County employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The county and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.
ORCA Passport Program
Pierce County employees may participate in the County's ORCA (One Regional Card for All) Passport program.
Your Pierce County issued ORCA card is loaded with an annual Passport pass. The pass automatically renews every year. The pass will provide you with free transportation on regularly scheduled service on several public transit systems.

Miscellaneous Benefits:
Please visit website for more information.

Telework/Remote Options:
Some departments allow for telework or work-from-home options dependent on the body of work. Learn more about our telework policy
**All employees are required to be WA State residents after 30 days of employment.
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About Pierce County

Pierce County is a county in the U.S. state of Washington. As of the 2010 Census, the population was 795,225, making it the second-most populous county in Washington behind King County. The county seat and largest city is Tacoma. Pierce County is included in the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA Metropolitan Statistical Area. Pierce County is notable for being home to Mount Rainier, the tallest mountain and a volcano in the Cascade Range. Pierce County was created from Thurston County by the legislature of Oregon Territory on December 22, 1852, and was named for U.S. President Franklin Pierce. Pierce County is home to Joint Base Lewis-McChord, the largest joint base on the West Coast of the United States and the third-largest in the U.S. Department of Defense.
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