Sheila Williams
About Sheila Williams
Sheila Williams serves as the Youth and Adult Employment Services Coordinator at the City of Scottsdale, where she has worked since 2016. With a background in social work and extensive experience in workforce development, she specializes in creating educational programs for job seekers of all ages.
Work at City of Scottsdale
Sheila Williams currently serves as the Youth and Adult Employment Services Coordinator at the City of Scottsdale, a position she has held since 2016. In this role, she manages the Vista del Camino Community Center's career services, which receives over 350 visits monthly. Prior to this, she worked as the ScottsdaleTeen Employment Program (STEP) Coordinator from 2003 to 2016, where she focused on job readiness training for teens. Additionally, she served as a YouthWorks Case Manager from 2001 to 2003, contributing to youth employment initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Sheila Williams studied at Arizona State University, where she earned a Bachelor of Social Work and a Master of Social Work between 1997 and 2001. Her educational background is complemented by earlier studies at the University of Massachusetts Boston from 1994 to 1996. This academic foundation supports her expertise in workforce development, enabling her to create educational and interactive curriculum for both teens and adult job seekers.
Background in Employment Services
Before her tenure at the City of Scottsdale, Sheila worked as an Employment Specialist at the City of Tempe from 1999 to 2001. Her experience spans over two decades in employment services, focusing on career development and job placement for diverse populations. She coordinates and manages career and educational events for over 200 job seekers, facilitating workshops tailored to the needs of both adults and teens.
Career Development Initiatives
Sheila Williams is actively involved in various career development initiatives. She supervises and trains a team of 12 career center volunteers, enhancing the support provided to job seekers. Her responsibilities include organizing mock interviews and interview techniques workshops, facilitating LinkedIn profile development, and offering resume assistance. She also coordinates volunteer opportunities for career coaching and mentoring, demonstrating her commitment to workforce development.
Job Development Services
In her current role, Sheila provides job development services at the Vista One Stop Career Center. She assists job seekers with diverse skills and backgrounds, offering guidance on effective job search techniques and computer usage. Her involvement in the Scottsdale Teen Employment Program (STEP) further emphasizes her dedication to preparing young individuals for the workforce through targeted training and resources.