Youth Program Specialist – Department of Economic Development / CCWD

Business: Carroll County Government

Location: Westminster

FULL TIME • PERMANENT

Business Product/Service: Local Government

Business Address:
225 N Center St, Westminster, MD 21157
Westminster, Maryland 21158

Phone: (410) 386-2129

Contact Name: Suzanne Schreuer
Title: Office Technician
Email: careers@carrollcountymd.gov
Website: https://careers.carrollcountymd.gov

Job Description

As a Youth Program Specialist, you will provide individualized workforce development services to youth and young adults ages 16-24 who are experiencing barriers to employment. Reporting to the Employment Services Supervisor you will perform case management, provide career planning and training support, develop work experiences, and maintain customer files and data. Your knowledge of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act and other grants will support program design, funding recommendations and compliance with Federal, State, and local laws.

Apply online: https://careers.carrollcountymd.gov/openings/
Carroll County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Requirements

Qualifications:
• Associate degree or two years of college
• Two or more years of related experience
• A comparable amount of education and experience may be substituted for the minimum requirement.
• Valid driver’s license
• Youth Worker certification (or must obtain within 1 year of employment)

Other Job Requirements
Driver’s License, AA Degree

Wages per hour: $23.25 per hour
Number of openings: 1
Overtime: NO
Benefits: YES
• Generous paid time off • 13 Paid Holidays • Flexible schedules and remote options, when applicable • Comprehensive, no deductible medical plans including prescription and vision coverage, low-cost dental plan, and County paid basic life insurance. • Pension, 401k, and 457 Retirement Accounts • Up to $9,000 in Tuition Assistance per fiscal year

Days of Work:
MONDAY Hours are typically Monday through Friday from 8:00 am – 5:00 pm  TUESDAY Hours are typically Monday through Friday from 8:00 am – 5:00 pm  WEDNESDAY Hours are typically Monday through Friday from 8:00 am – 5:00 pm  THURSDAY Hours are typically Monday through Friday from 8:00 am – 5:00 pm  FRIDAY Hours are typically Monday through Friday from 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Shift:

How to Apply: https://careers.carrollcountymd.gov
Willing to Train: YES
Experience Required: YES
Experience in Months:
Minimum Age: 21 & over
Closing Date: 03/31/2025