Career Specialist

• DESC
• Full-Time
• Seasonal Downriver Community Conference
• 5.

0 Detroit, MI Job Details Full-time $20.53 an hour 1 day ago Benefits 403(b) matching Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Paid time off Vision insurance 403(b) Qualifications Teaching resume writing Microsoft Excel Interpersonal skills Resume review Career guidance Writing skills In-person customer service Employee relationship building High school diploma or GED Productivity software Full Job Description Seasonal Career Specialist

• full time 40 hrs/week Expected Work available November 2026 through February/March 2027 Primary location: DESC
• Detroit Must be able to work at all other locations in Detroit when coverage is needed.

Work Location:

In Person Great opportunity for those interested in workforce development. The career specialist is responsible for assisting customers of Michigan Works! American Job Center in their search for employment and directing them toward additional workshops or programs from which they may benefit. This includes providing consistent, expert advice and professional support for job seekers and employers in utilizing on-line, Center, and program resources, assisting customers in developing professional electronic resumes, assisting with application completion, conducting on-line job or resume searches and presenting various career development workshops, program orientations and seminars. The Career Specialist is also responsible for providing timely and accurate information regarding the services available to customers, maintaining accurate records in accordance with local, state, federal and unit regulations, and maintaining updated information and resources in the centers. Minimum qualifications required for this position include: Excellent professional administrative skills desired A minimum of one (1) year experience working with customers or clients, preferably in a placement, educational, human service, or career development capacity High school diploma or GED required; additional education in a related field preferred, but not required Ability to articulate thoughts clearly, both written and verbally, with proper grammar, punctuation and to apply language rules Ability to present program information to job seekers, community agencies, and employers Ability to apply techniques used in resume and cover letter writing and effectively guide customers in the process Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to maintain professional, friendly relationships with all visitors to the Michigan Works! Service Centers, including job seekers, partner staff, employers, program administrators and monitors Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office

• Word, Excel, and various Internet and job search applications Excellent professional administrative skills desired.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$20.53 per hour Benefits after 90 days: 403(b) 403(b) matching after one year, up to 4% Health insurance Vision insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Vacation and sick days

Schedule:

Days Monday to

Friday Work Location:

In person

Pay:

$20.53 per hour

Benefits:

403(b) 403(b) matching Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person