Why It's a Great Opportunity:
This is a leadership role for someone who’s passionate about refining systems for people experiencing or at risk of homelessness through the administration of local, state, and federal funding streams. This position will also be responsible for the supervision of staff and overseeing all compliance-related tasks, such as contracting, monitoring, invoicing, and reimbursements, and compliance expectations for both recipients and funders of local, state, and federal grants. Your work will play a critical role in guiding Pierce County’s efforts to end homelessness.
Your day-to-day is providing support and guidance for your team, as well as overall project management. You will supervise program staff through complex situations, verify funded providers in the community are receiving technical support, lead through innovation, engage in continuous quality improvement, and ensure deadlines are met. This position will also collaborate with community partners and other agencies to break down barriers and open more doors for those we serve.
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:
In this role, the successful candidate must be detail-oriented and able to communicate complex processes. In this role, you will work closely with key partners in our efforts to end homelessness in Pierce County. You must have a passion for this issue and be willing to work hard to help us tackle it. You will need strong analytical and leadership skills as you lead your internal staff through data collection, data analysis, and CQI efforts. You’ll bring budget development and monitoring experience as you assist with contract monitoring and making budget recommendations related to programs. The successful candidate will have the ability to work within a team, have strong communication skills, both written and verbal, and be a problem solver as you work through issues related to this program.
Your Future in this Role:
Throughout the onboarding process, you will meet with the Supervisors, teams, and the admin team regularly to discuss expectations, set goals, identify priorities, and gain familiarity with current policies, procedures, and strategic measures. Pierce County offers professional development through the Leadership Certification program, robust online learning, and other training opportunities throughout your career to ensure your success. This position has multiple career growth and promotional opportunities in Pierce County to build a great career.
Core Daily Responsibilities:
- Supervise and coordinate activities of a designated unit; determine work procedures, prepare work schedules and determine methods for expediting workflow; assign, review and approve the work of subordinate staff.
- Estimate service targets and continuously monitor quantifiable performance measurements for service delivery.
- Recommend budget requirements regarding existing and new services.
- Use and recommend appropriate data systems.
- Interpret detailed federal, state or local regulations to ensure compliance, which includes developing reporting systems to monitor programs, contracts, and budgets. Compile and analyze data to determine needs, make recommendations and evaluate programs.
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 here.
- 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, and
- Four or more years of progressively responsible work experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the essential functions of the position,
- With at least one year in a supervisory capacity required.
- Positions in specific program areas may require program-related experience, education and/or training.
- May require a valid driver’s license, or the ability to obtain the license within 30 days of employment, or otherwise meet the travel requirements of the position.
As a condition of employment, the applicant will need to authorize and complete a background check. Information received from the background check is reviewed on a case-by-case basis and will not necessarily remove an applicant from consideration.
How to Apply:
- 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 PCHRRecruit@piercecountywa.gov 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 position. Pierce 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 Welcoming Workplace Commitment:
Pierce County is committed to fostering a Welcoming Workplace where employees are supported, respected, and able to thrive. We believe a strong public workforce is representative of the community it serves and that fair and just access to opportunity strengthens public service.
Guided by the County Executive’s Forward Together mission, Pierce County works to build communities that are safe, welcoming, and connected. This same commitment shapes how we recruit, develop, and retain our employees. County employees make a direct and visible impact in the lives of residents every day, and we invite you to join us in helping keep Pierce County a place people are proud to call home.
