Remote Community Service Specialist Jobs
Remote community service specialist jobs are open across the U.S. at nonprofits, government contractors, and distributed social services organizations hiring fully remote teams. Employers hiring remotely right now include Gift of Life Marrow Registry, ATK Energy, and Kemper. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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THE POSITION
Be a voice for community engagement and environmental stewardship! The Department of Environmental Protection is seeking an Environmental Justice Regional Coordinator to lead outreach efforts and support environmental justice initiatives throughout the region. This position offers the opportunity to connect with diverse communities, guide public participation, and help address important environmental concerns. Bring your collaboration and leadership skills to a career with lasting impact!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
The Environmental Justice Regional Coordinator serves as a key contact for environmental justice efforts within an assigned regional office and supports community engagement across the region. This position helps strengthen relationships with residents, coordinates outreach activities, and advises leadership on environmental justice matters. As a Environmental Justice Regional Coordinator, you will perform the following duties:
- Community Engagement: Lead outreach efforts and maintain relationships with residents, community leaders, and stakeholder groups
- Public Participation: Plan and coordinate activities that encourage involvement in environmental permitting and decision-making processes
- Event Coordination: Organize and conduct public meetings, hearings, and other community engagement events
- Policy Support: Assist with implementing environmental justice policies and provide guidance to regional leadership
- Project Management: Manage environmental justice projects and develop solutions that address community concerns
- Data Administration: Maintain accurate records, reports, and electronic data while meeting department quality standards
- Full-time employment
- Work hours are 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
- Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to 2 days per week. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Meadville. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
- Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
- You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
- Three years of professional experience in public relations or community organizing, and a bachelor's degree with a major in public relations, social services, political science, communications, environmental sciences, or a closely related field; or
- An equivalent combination of experience and training.
Special Requirements:
- This position requires possession of an active motor vehicle license.
- You must be able to perform essential job functions.
- Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
- If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
- Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
- Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
- All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant’s own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.
- Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.
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Health & Wellness
We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*
Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
Work/Life Balance
We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*
Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote community service specialist jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in social work, human services, psychology, or a related field
- Experience conducting client needs assessments and developing service plans
- Knowledge of local community resources, referral networks, and social services programs
- Proficiency with case management software and electronic client record systems
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for documentation and client interaction
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation for home visits or field outreach
Tips for Your Remote Community Service Specialist Job Search
Show your async communication skills upfront
Remote community service specialist roles depend on clear written handoffs and documentation. Include specific examples in your resume and cover letter of coordinating cases, writing client summaries, or managing follow-ups without real-time supervision.
Highlight case management tools you know
Remote employers screen for fluency with platforms like Apricot, Salesforce Nonprofit, or similar case management software. Name the tools you've used directly in your resume rather than listing them generically under skills.
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote community service specialist openings from across the U.S. in one place. Search current roles by experience level and apply directly to the ones that match your background before postings close.
Prepare for a remote interview that tests judgment
Remote hiring managers for community service roles often use scenario-based questions to assess how you'd handle a complex client situation without immediate supervision. Practice walking through your decision-making process out loud, step by step.
Remote Community Service Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote community service specialist job?
Remote community service specialist roles go to candidates who can demonstrate strong written communication, self-direction, and the ability to coordinate case documentation without in-person oversight. Nonprofits, government contractors, and social services platforms hiring distributed teams screen heavily for async communication skills and familiarity with case management software. Prior remote work experience, even in a different field, helps significantly.
Which companies hire remote community service specialists?
Remote community service specialist roles are posted by Gift of Life Marrow Registry, ATK Energy, and Kemper and others right now, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring tends to concentrate at remote-first nonprofits, federally funded program contractors, and distributed behavioral health or social services organizations.
Can you get a remote community service specialist job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry roles are harder to land because employers expect you to work independently from day one. Nonprofits and community health organizations occasionally hire entry-level remote candidates who can show volunteer case coordination, relevant coursework, or client-facing work in any setting. A strong writing sample and familiarity with case management platforms can substitute for formal experience.
Do you need a degree for remote community service specialist jobs?
Not always. Many remote employers prioritize demonstrated case coordination skills, documentation accuracy, and client communication over a specific credential. A degree in social work, human services, or a related field strengthens your application, but remote-first organizations increasingly weigh practical experience, relevant certifications, and results-oriented work samples alongside or instead of formal education.
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