Entry Level Employment Specialist Jobs
New grad employment specialist jobs are open to recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong internship background or demonstrated case management work can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Technology & Software roles with varying on-site, remote, and hybrid arrangements, and employers like Riverside Community Care, HealthRIGHT 360, and State of Delaware are hiring at this level now.
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As this role is the department contact for contractor questions and concerns, you will also frequently engage with the division's Fiscal and MIS teams to determine payments to contractors which includes approving or disallowing payment, identifying problems, and recommending corrective action.
Essential Functions
Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.
- Negotiates and develops cost reimbursement and performance contracts with outside contractors and the Division of Employment and Training; supervises negotiation team.
- Acts as technical advisor to subcontractors during contract period: identifies managerial and operational problems; develops corrective action plans; provides interpretation of laws, guidelines, and policies.
- Monitors and evaluates contract management effectiveness through on-site review and analysis of subcontractor performance and operations.
- Initiates and/or participates in the development of unit/program policy and procedure and long-range planning goals and objectives; analyzes proposed and enacted legislation to determine impact on training and employment operations.
- Determines flow of funds to subcontractors based on analysis of statistical and fiscal reports; determines advance amounts; approves/disallows payments.
- Make individual and/or group oral and written presentations to special interest groups; participates on related committees and task forces.
- Performs special projects individually or as part of a work group such as: conversion of the unit's manual system to an automated system, development of new policies, procedures and forms, and development of EEO compliance guidelines.
Job Requirements
JOB REQUIREMENTS for Employment and Training Contract Specialist
Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:
- Six months experience in planning, developing, implementing, and evaluating employment and training programs.
- Six months experience in budget management and control which includes managing a budget for the purpose of keeping expenditures within the limitations of available appropriations and available revenue and maintaining, monitoring, projecting and controlling a budget within set policies and procedures.
- Six months experience in contract management and control which includes ensuring compliance with terms of contracts; negotiating changes to existing contracts.
- Six months experience in interpreting employment and training program laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
- Six months experience in narrative report writing.
Additional Posting Information
The State of Delaware recognizes the value of telework and flexible working schedules. This position is eligible for Telework according to the State of Delaware’s Alternative Work Arrangement Policy. More information will be shared at the time of interview.
Conditions of Hire
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware Executive Branch participates in the Federal E-Verify system where the State will provide the federal government with each new hires Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our job seeker resources.
All new hires are required to report to the Statewide New Employee Orientation (SNEO) on their first day of employment. Sessions are held at designated locations in Kent or New Castle County.
This position is a classification organized under an exclusive bargaining representative (labor organization) that has been elected by employees as their representative for collective bargaining and other applicable terms and conditions of employment, in accordance with Title 29, Chapter 59 and Title 19, Chapter 13 and 16. This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement based on its individual terms.
Benefits
To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/
Selection Process
The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment, job title and job duties. For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content. Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.
Once you have submitted your application on-line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email. Please keep your contact information current. You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the “My Applications” tab at StateJobs.Delaware.gov.
Accommodations
Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process.
Individuals who use TDD may request auxiliary aid or service by calling (800) 232-5470 or by visiting delawarerelay.com.
If you need assistance with an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or general applicant support, you may call (302) 739-5458 or email jobs@delaware.gov.
The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.
As this role is the department contact for contractor questions and concerns, you will also frequently engage with the division's Fiscal and MIS teams to determine payments to contractors which includes approving or disallowing payment, identifying problems, and recommending corrective action.
Essential Functions
Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.
- Negotiates and develops cost reimbursement and performance contracts with outside contractors and the Division of Employment and Training; supervises negotiation team.
- Acts as technical advisor to subcontractors during contract period: identifies managerial and operational problems; develops corrective action plans; provides interpretation of laws, guidelines, and policies.
- Monitors and evaluates contract management effectiveness through on-site review and analysis of subcontractor performance and operations.
- Initiates and/or participates in the development of unit/program policy and procedure and long-range planning goals and objectives; analyzes proposed and enacted legislation to determine impact on training and employment operations.
- Determines flow of funds to subcontractors based on analysis of statistical and fiscal reports; determines advance amounts; approves/disallows payments.
- Make individual and/or group oral and written presentations to special interest groups; participates on related committees and task forces.
- Performs special projects individually or as part of a work group such as: conversion of the unit's manual system to an automated system, development of new policies, procedures and forms, and development of EEO compliance guidelines.
Job Requirements
JOB REQUIREMENTS for Employment and Training Contract Specialist
Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:
- Six months experience in planning, developing, implementing, and evaluating employment and training programs.
- Six months experience in budget management and control which includes managing a budget for the purpose of keeping expenditures within the limitations of available appropriations and available revenue and maintaining, monitoring, projecting and controlling a budget within set policies and procedures.
- Six months experience in contract management and control which includes ensuring compliance with terms of contracts; negotiating changes to existing contracts.
- Six months experience in interpreting employment and training program laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
- Six months experience in narrative report writing.
Additional Posting Information
The State of Delaware recognizes the value of telework and flexible working schedules. This position is eligible for Telework according to the State of Delaware’s Alternative Work Arrangement Policy. More information will be shared at the time of interview.
Conditions of Hire
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware Executive Branch participates in the Federal E-Verify system where the State will provide the federal government with each new hires Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our job seeker resources.
All new hires are required to report to the Statewide New Employee Orientation (SNEO) on their first day of employment. Sessions are held at designated locations in Kent or New Castle County.
This position is a classification organized under an exclusive bargaining representative (labor organization) that has been elected by employees as their representative for collective bargaining and other applicable terms and conditions of employment, in accordance with Title 29, Chapter 59 and Title 19, Chapter 13 and 16. This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement based on its individual terms.
Benefits
To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/
Selection Process
The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment, job title and job duties. For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content. Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.
Once you have submitted your application on-line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email. Please keep your contact information current. You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the “My Applications” tab at StateJobs.Delaware.gov.
Accommodations
Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process.
Individuals who use TDD may request auxiliary aid or service by calling (800) 232-5470 or by visiting delawarerelay.com.
If you need assistance with an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or general applicant support, you may call (302) 739-5458 or email jobs@delaware.gov.
The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.
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Entry Level Employment Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level employment specialist job?
Employers hiring at this level look for candidates who can demonstrate client-facing communication, familiarity with job placement or case management workflows, and comfort with documentation and compliance tracking. A relevant internship, a practicum from a human services or workforce development program, or volunteer work with a career center strengthens an application considerably. Tailoring your resume to show outcome-driven work, even in a supporting role, gives you a clear edge.
Which companies hire entry level employment specialists?
Companies hiring entry level employment specialists right now include Riverside Community Care, HealthRIGHT 360, and State of Delaware, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. At this level, staffing agencies, nonprofit workforce development organizations, state vocational rehabilitation offices, and community action agencies tend to post the most entry-friendly openings.
Are there remote entry level employment specialist jobs?
Yes, though many postings at this level still prefer on-site or hybrid schedules so new hires can shadow experienced staff and build caseload skills in person. About 0% of entry level employment specialist openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, so filtering by work setting on Migrate Mate will help you find the arrangement that fits.
Are these new grad employment specialist jobs?
Yes. The listings on this page include new grad, recent graduate, and junior employment specialist roles that explicitly welcome candidates with little or no professional experience. A new grad-friendly posting typically lists zero to two years of experience, accepts internships or practicum hours as qualifying experience, or mentions openness to candidates who bring a strong academic background in social work, human services, counseling, or a related field.
Which industries hire the most entry level employment specialists?
Entry Level employment specialist roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Technology & Software, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because their core missions, whether workforce reintegration, disability services, or community development, depend on a steady pipeline of entry level staff who can carry individual client caseloads under supervision.