Employment

Helping People. Changing Lives.

CAC is looking for employees who are passionate about helping people and giving what it takes to make a lasting impact in their lives.

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CAC provides full time employees with excellent benefits to include:

employer paid health insurance
life insurance
contribution to pension plan
co-pay dental
vacation and sick leave days with generous holidays

Benefits Summary

Personnel Excerpts

The Knoxville-Knox County CAC Board of Directors has adopted the policy that no person shall, on the grounds of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, or religion, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, be subjected to discrimination under, or be denied employment in connection with any program or activity operated or administered by this Agency. This policy is established to adhere to the following statutes: Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act, The Age Discrimination in Employment Act, and the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Open Positions

Youth WINS- Youth Navigator

Apr 15, 2026

Work with at-risk youth who are homeless or at-risk of becoming homeless to find emergency and/or permanent housing and develop comprehensive strategies for achieving self-sufficiency. Conduct interviews and provide counseling; refer youth to other community agencies...

Homeless Services Intake Specialist

Apr 10, 2026

This is a professional position under general supervision of the Homeward Bound Director. Works with homeless and chronic homeless individuals in need of housing stabilization services. Duties include interviewing clients, assessing client and family needs, and...

Outreach Case Manager

Apr 4, 2026

As part of the Homeward Bound program, work with individuals who are experiencing homelessness to develop strategies for achieving housing stability. Conduct interviews and provide counseling; refer clients to other community agencies for support services and...

Client Services Manager for Housing and Energy

Mar 25, 2026

The Client Services Manager works under the direct supervision of the Director of Housing & Energy Services and is responsible for overseeing client intake, eligibility determination, and service delivery. This role ensures clear communication with clients, high...

Families in Need Case Manager

Mar 16, 2026

POSITION SUMMARY: This is a professional position under general supervision of the Social Services Director. Works with homeless and chronic homeless individuals and families. Duties include interviewing clients, assessing client and family needs, developing...

Client Services Specialist, LIHEAP

Mar 6, 2026

POSITION SUMMARY: An employee in this classification receives general supervision from LIHEAP Client Services/Intake Manager. This is a front-line position requiring a variety of skills including reception, information and referral, intake and assessment, and...

Nutrition Associate I (Part Time)

Feb 25, 2026

POSITION SUMMARY An employee in this classification receives supervision from the Nutrition Coordinator, Nutrition Manager and Director. Work is performed on a part-time basis (anywhere from 4-8 hours a day) ranging mostly Monday-Friday but also includes some weekend...

Beardsley Farm Education Specialist (Part-time)

Feb 25, 2026

POSITION SUMMARY The Beardsley Education Specialist supports the mission of CAC Beardsley Community Farm by organizing and delivering educational programs focused on fresh food access, cooking, and sustainable gardening. Working under the general supervision of the...

Vehicle Operator

Jan 9, 2026

Resumes may be emailed to: CACHR@knoxcac.org See complete job description below. An Equal Opportunity Employer KNOXVILLE-KNOX COUNTY COMMUNITY ACTION COMMITTEEOFFICE ON AGING Job Title: Vehicle Operator SUMMARY:An employee in this classification receives general...

Head Start – Open Positions

Sep 25, 2025

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Apply Online

Email your resume and CAC job application to cachr@knoxcac.org or apply using our online form.

Note: Emailed resumes sent as attachments must be provided in Microsoft Word or PDF format.

Apply by Fax

Fax your resume or completed CAC Job Application to CAC Personnel at (865) 546-0832.

Apply by Mail

Mail your resume or completed CAC job application to the Knoxville-Knox County Community Action Committee / P.O. Box 51650 / Knoxville, TN 37950-1650.

Apply in Person

Visit the CAC Central Office reception area of the Ross Building to review our job book, complete an application, and/or submit your resume.

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