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Find a Job Through Our Career Services
A variety of career services are available to Maricopa County residents. To promote the health and well-being of our clients and employees, many of our services have been modified so that residents can access them from the safety of their home, including resume and interview tutorials and one-on-one assistance. All persons seeking career services are encouraged to set up an appointment with staff by contacting our Workforce Centers or by Visiting our Client Portal. All in-person services are available by appointment only.
Adults ages 18+ interested in developing professional skills and/or finding gainful employment may qualify for career services from the Human Services Department. ARIZONA@WORK - Maricopa County offers an array of free services to help you build the knowledge, skills, and experience necessary to be successful in a chosen career pathway.
Basic and individualized career services are available to Maricopa County residents living outside the city of Phoenix. If you live in Phoenix, please click here Version OptionsFind a Job Through Our Career ServicesHeadline to learn about career services available in your area.
To access ARIZONA@WORK - Maricopa County services, follow the step-by-step instructions listed below.
Additionally, Arizona residents are able to create a resume and search through job postings by visiting www.azjobconnection.gov and creating a Job Seeker account.
Please note that HSD does not provide Unemployment Insurance (UI). However, you can apply for UI from the safety of your home by submitting an application online or by calling 1-877-600-2722. For more information from the Department of Economic Security (DES), please visit www.azui.gov.
Maricopa County residents searching and applying for job opportunities may access ARIZONA@WORK-Maricopa County basic career services.
Basic career services include, but are not limited to:
- Job search assistance
- Job readiness workshops
- Employment Academy access
- Basic skills assessments
- Computer lab access
- Job fair events
How to Apply
Check Eligibility
To qualify for career services, the following criteria must be met:
- Applicant is 18 years or older
- Applicant can legally work in the United States
Create AJC Account
To begin accessing services offered at one of the Maricopa County career centers, please create an Arizona Job Connection (AJC) PLUS account. This can be completed online or at one of our centers.
To begin creating an account, click on the “Job Seekers” tab in the menu followed by clicking on the “Create a Job Seeker Account” button on the right side of the page. Please follow the instructions provided on the “Create Job Seeker Account” page.
In addition to accessing ARIZONA@WORK - Maricopa County services, you will be able to use this account to write and post resumes, perform advanced job searches, receive job alerts, etc.
If you have any questions while creating your account, please contact your local career center for assistance.
Visit Client Portal and Career Center
Once you have created an AJC profile, you will be able to access ARIZONA@WORK - Maricopa County basic career services at one of our centers. We encourage all clients to first Visit the Client Portal prior to visiting the Career Center to indicate your interest in our services. Staff will reach out to you to help schedule an appointment.
When visiting one of our centers, please bring a valid driver’s license to verify your identification.
Availability
If you require further assistance, please contact or visit one of our Comprehensive Career Centers:
ARIZONA@WORK - Maricopa County East Valley
1001 West Southern Avenue, Suite 101
Mesa, Arizona 85210
(602) 372-9700
ARIZONA@WORK - Maricopa County West Valley
4425 West Olive Avenue, Suite 190
Glendale, Arizona 85302
(602) 372 - 4200
Career services are also available at locations throughout Maricopa County that are operated in partnership with these organizations:
- City of Mesa, MesaCAN, 635 E. Broadway Road, Mesa, AZ 85204
- City of Scottsdale, Vista Del Camino Community Center, 7700 E. Roosevelt Street, Scottsdale, AZ 85257
- City of Surprise, Surprise Resource Center, 12425 W. Bell Road, Building A, Suite 124, Surprise, AZ 85378,
- City of Tempe, Tempe Public Library, 3500 S. Rural Road, Suite 202, Tempe, AZ 85282
- Maricopa County Library District, Town of Queen Creek, Queen Creek Library, 21802 S. Ellsworth Road, Queen Creek, AZ 85142
- The Workforce Center at Mesa, 635 E. Broadway Rd., Mesa, AZ 85204
Coming Soon
- City of Avondale, Arizona Complete Health Avondale Resource Center, 995 E. Riley Drive, Avondale, AZ 85323
- Maricopa County Library District, Town of Gila Bend, Gila Bend Library, 777 N. Logan Avenue, Gila Bend, AZ 85337
NOTE: The City of Phoenix has its own program for its residents at ARIZONA@WORK City of Phoenix.
Maricopa County residents seeking comprehensive career guidance, professional skills development, and work experience opportunities may qualify for individualized career services through ARIZONA@WORK - Maricopa County.
Individualized career services include, but are not limited to:
- Comprehensive guidance and coaching
- Apprenticeship, internship, and work experience opportunities
- Occupational skills training
- Financial literacy education
- Entrepreneurial skills training
- Alternative secondary school services
How to Apply
Check Eligibility
To qualify for career services, the following criteria must be met:
- Applicant is 18 years or older
- Applicant can legally work in the United States
Please note that priority is given to individuals with the greatest economic and social need.
Create AJC Account
To begin accessing services offered at one of the Maricopa County career centers, please create an Arizona Job Connection (AJC) PLUS account. This can be completed online or at one of our centers.
To begin creating an account, click on the “Job Seekers” tab in the menu followed by clicking on the “Create a Job Seeker Account” button on the right side of the page. Please follow the instructions provided on the “Create Job Seeker Account” page.
In addition to accessing ARIZONA@WORK-Maricopa County services, you will be able to use this account to write and post resumes, perform advanced job searches, receive job alerts, etc.
If you have any questions while creating your account, please contact your local career center for assistance.
Schedule & Attend Orientation
To begin the application process, Visit the Client Portal or contact your local career center to sign up for an orientation using the information provided below. All seats are reserved on a first-come, first-serve basis.
This orientation will provide further information about our career services, including eligibility and application requirements. When visiting one of our centers, please bring a valid driver’s license to verify your identification.
Phone Number | Address | |
East Valley Career Center | 602-372-9700 | 1001 West Southern Avenue, Suite 101 Mesa, AZ 85210 |
West Valley Career Center | 602-372-4200 | 4425 W. Olive Ave., Suites 190 & 200 Glendale, AZ 85302 |
Gather Required Documentation
Following the orientation, please collect the following documentation to help establish service eligibility. You will need to bring these documents with you to a one-on-one appointment with a Career Guidance Specialist.
- Completed Workforce Innovation Opportunity Act (WIOA) Application included in the orientation folder
- Printed Interest Profiler Assessment Report from www.mynextmove.org/explore/ip
- Valid driver’s license or state-issued ID
- Social Security card
- Income documentation for all household employment/income sources for the last 6 months
- If you have received Nutritional Assistance or TANF benefits within the last 6 months from the State of Arizona, then income documentation is not required
- If applicable, lay-off letter, WARN Notice, employer statement, etc.
- Males: A copy of Selective Service Registration from www.sss.gov
- Veterans: Copy of DD214 (Member Copy 4) and, if applicable, VA Disability Letter
- Non-US Citizens: Permanent Resident or Employment Authorization Card
Please note that additional documentation may be requested by workforce staff to determine eligibility.
Meet with Career Guidance Specialist
Once you have gathered the required documentation, please schedule a one-on-one appointment with a Career Guidance Specialist using the information provided below. During the appointment, the Career Guidance Specialist will work with you to complete the application and create a career plan.
Remember to bring the required documentation with you to the appointment.
Availability
City of Phoenix residents can learn more about City of Phoenix workforce services by visiting ARIZONA@WORK City of Phoenix.
If you require further assistance, please contact/visit one of our Comprehensive Career Centers:
ARIZONA@WORK - Maricopa County East Valley
1001 West Southern Avenue, Suite 101
Mesa, Arizona 85210
(602) 372-9700
ARIZONA@WORK - Maricopa County West Valley
4425 West Olive Avenue - Suite 190
Glendale, Arizona 85302
(602) 372 - 4200