Migrant Seasonal Farm Worker - In-training (MSFW) ...

Description Please Note: The salary listed for this job has been updated to include the Legislative approved general wage increase effective July 1, 2022. We have an excellent opportunity for a dynamic, customer focused, Migrant Seasonal Farm Worker (MSFW) Outreach Specialist that willsupport our WorkSource Yakima office. Our Migrant Seasonal Farmworker (MSFW) position is an Outreach position, and you will spend most of your time outside of the WorkSource office conducting outreach to Migrant and Seasonal Farmworkers, where they live, work, and gather. To learn more about our Mission and Values please visit: Link to ESD Values . Do you have a heart to serve and ready to make a positive impact on those in your community, while receiving some of the best benefits in the nation ? If so, read on! DutiesIn this role as the MSFW outreach staff, you will spend the majority of your time outside of the WorkSource office conducting outreach to Migrant and Seasonal Farmworkers. You will also work with employers within the Agricultural industry to assist them in meeting their needs by referrals to employment, placements, and assistance with the H-2A program information. The MSFW outreach worker also contacts non-agricultural employers to conduct job development for farm workers to help them obtain training and year-round employment. You will play a pivotal role in supporting a vital industry in Washington, as well as advocating for agricultural workers and their families. What your typical day may look like: Communicate in both English and Spanish to promote agency and partner programs and services to encourage maximum utilization of available services. Participate in outreach to MSFW customers where they live, congregate, and work. Provide the full range of staff-assisted core and intensive services to WorkSource customers in both English and Spanish as needed. Conduct in-depth interviews, registrations, provide Unemployment Insurance information, review job readiness, assess employment barriers and customer needs.Identify employment and/or training goals, provide a basic summary of farmworker rights.Provide career and/or employment guidance and training information; refer customers to job search, training providers and/or support service resources.Network and develop strong working relationships with service providers and perform outreach to OIC, Migrant Farmworker Head Start providers, housing facilities, etc. To request a detailed position description, click here. This is an in-training opportunity and will be hired as a WorkSource Specialist 3. You will be required to successfully complete the training plan in order to promote to the goal class of WorkSource Specialist 4. QualificationsRequired: Qualified candidates will have one (1) or more of the following experiences and/or education. Such as: W orkforce development, social or human resource services, public relations, or public contact work, such as: unemployment insurance, social services, human resource services, education, public relations, benefits programs, insurance claims, law enforcement and banking. WorkSource Specialist 3 Option 1: A combination of education and/or relevant experience* totaling no less than six (6) years. Option 2: One (1) year of experience as a WorkSource Specialist 2 within the Employment Security Department, or in an equivalent class with another state''s Employment Security agency. More about what you bring: Accountability: You understand the importance of accepting personal responsibility for your work and actions. You work to continuously improve processes by seeking out feedback from others. Self-Driven: You have a trusted personal system to keep organized and on top of multiple projects and performance measures. When faced with uncertainty, you turn to research and collaboration to pave the way for new possibilities. Critical Thinking: You have a talent for collecting and organizing data, and communicating that information to agency partners, coworkers, and customers alike. You are skilled at using data to tell a story and influence others. Customer Service: You possess excellent networking and relationship building skills and maintain strong connections with community resources, farm workers and their families, and other agency partners. You are energized by positive interactions and use your creativity to find new methods to engage in community outreach. A great day at work for you means finding ways to delight others. Inclusivity: You actively work to live out our Agency''s values (see ESD Value Lens) by embracing diversity and different perspectives. You are driven by a sense of purpose and are motivated by opportunities to advocate for your customers. Reliability: You are known for taking initiative, exceeding expectations, and are timely in your communication with others. You have strong follow-through and can keep track of various methods of correspondence at once. Desired Qualifications: Knowledge ofnational, community service, employment services, training, and/or social services programs. Demonstrated knowledge of general and/or program-related state and federal laws, policies, rules, and regulations. Education to Experience Equivalences: Associate Degree = 2 years | Bachelors Degree = 4 years | Masters or Higher = 5 yearsAdditional Requirement of Employment:Ability to communicate effectively in person, via telephone and in writing in English AND Spanish.This position requires in-person attendance with no option for full-time telework. Must be able to travel regularly within the assigned service delivery area.Must be able to pass an Unemployment Insurance (UI) Claim & Benefit Information Review. Conditions of Employment/Working Conditions Onsite/In-Person Position Per Governor Inslee''s Proclamation 21-14 (Download PDF reader) , a s a condition of employment all employees engaging in work for the Employment Security Department are required to be fully vaccinated before their hire date. The successful candidate will be required to provide proof of their COVID-19 vaccination as part of the hiring process. Any offer of employment is contingent upon verification of vaccine status and a start date will not be approved until vaccination status is verified with the HR Covid Response Team. Submission of proof will be required during New Employee Orientation. This position requires an onsite/in-person presence, requests for medical and religious exemptions cannot be considered. If you have questions, please contact [Click Here to Email Your Resumé] with ''COVID-19 vaccination'' in the subject line. Please note that any offer of employment is contingent upon you providing verification of your vaccine status. No start date will be approved until you verify your status.Supplemental InformationPlease submit your Cover Letter, and Resume with your Online Application through the ''Add Attachments'' field. A resume will not substitute for the ''work experience'' section of the application or vice versa. Applications with blank fields, or supplemental question responses with comments such as ''see attachments'' may be considered incomplete. Why work with us?Our agency''s mission and values drive every decision that we make, determine how we interact with others and are at the core of who we are. We value collaboration, diversity, equity, inclusion, innovation, and integrity, investing in our people and service with kindness. We understand that a work environment that respects your work/life balance is key; that''s why many of our positions are eligible for flexible work schedules and teleworking opportunities. Through support, value and trust our employees are empowered to grow and develop into their best self.Modern Workplace We are diligent and remain focused on creating a modern workplace designed to meet the needs of a changing workforce. We have wellness programs, telework policies and flexible schedules. We''re working to update our facilities all over the state to enhance both the client and employee experience. Opportunity for AllThe Employment Security Department is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, ethnic, racial, religious, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, people over 40 years of age, people with religious beliefs, veterans or people with military status, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply. Please include your name and pronouns in your application, to ensure we address you appropriately throughout the application process.If you are a person with a disability needing assistance in the application process, if you need this job announcement in an alternate format, or if you have general questions about this opportunity, please contact Jeanette Nelson at [Click Here to Email Your Resumé] or 360 -742-8208 , or the Talent Acquisition Team , or Washington Relay Service 711. Other InformationThis recruitment may be used to fill additional agency-wide positions in accordance with Article 4 of the WFSE Collective Bargaining Agreement.The Employment Security Department is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.If you are having technical difficulties creating, accessing or completing your application, please contact [Click Here to Email Your Resumé] or (360) 664-1960 or toll free (877) 664-1960.

Created: 2025-09-06