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Field Operations Specialist - Human Services Program - Chicago, Illinois

The Workforce Group

Chicago, IL 60601 • $30.00 to $33.00 / hr • 9/7/2026

Job Description

Job Description

Summary: The Workforce Group, a LEMOINE company, is seeking qualified field professionals to support a federal human services program serving vulnerable populations,includingyoung adults, and families.This role is highly field-based and involves conducting in-person visits, verifying residence information, supporting participant engagement, and documenting observations in accordance with program requirements.This field-based role requires frequent travel, objective documentation, strong situational awarenessand the ability to operate independently in residential and community-based environments.

Location: Chicago, Illinois and surrounding areas
Travel:Frequent travel required (75%–90%), including same-day, regional, and overnight travel. Candidates must reside within reasonable proximity to a major airport.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Conduct assigned in-person field visits within an assigned geographic region.
  • Verify whether participants reside at assigned residential locations and accurately document findings.
  • Observe and document general safety and wellness indicators using established program procedures.
  • Identify and record relevant household and contact information in accordance with program protocols.
  • Utilize approved tools, mobile technology, and secure systems to complete timely and accurate documentation.
  • Coordinate with supervisors, dispatch teams, language access services, quality review teams, and program operations staff.
  • Conduct follow-up visits or address verification activities as required.
  • Complete visit documentation, reports, and data entry in a timely and accurate manner.
  • Identify and escalate safety concerns or reportable risks in accordance with established procedures.
  • Maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and ethical standardsat all times.
  • Protect sensitive participant, program, and government information.
  • Follow allfieldsafety, travel, communication, and situational awareness protocols.
  • Maintain accurate records, including calendars, travel logs, mileage, communication logs, and case notes.
  • Participate in required training sessions, operational briefings, and team meetings.
  • Must be able to travel domestically on short notice and on a frequent basis via air and/or groundtransportation,including overnight travel when required.
  • Stand and walk for extended periods on various surfaces.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:High school diploma or equivalent required.Minimum one (1) year of experience in field operationsinrelatedareasuch ashuman services, community outreach, casemanagement, investigations, residential/community visits,or