Career Services Coordinator Washington, D.C.

Career Services Coordinator

Full Time • Washington, D.C.
 
Position Title: Career Services Coordinator 

Department: Student Services                            Reports To:  Director of Student Services 

Primary Location: Washington, DC                  FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt 

Parameters: Full-time; 12 months/year            Pay Range: $48,000 - $50,000 


Position Summary: The Career Services Coordinator is responsible for providing sound career advising support to assist students in planning a career, through advisement, internship coordination, and by staying knowledgeable of current employment, economic and industry trends and for connecting students to campus and community services in support of career goal attainment. 

Essential Functions: As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class. 

Duties and Responsibilities: Within the scope of University policies and procedures, this position: 
·         Provides comprehensive career planning services to students using effective communication techniques with various modes of technology, to encourage and guide students to define and develop realistic goals. 
·         Develops, updates, and implements career development activities that support programs in exposing students to opportunities in their career field, including focusing on career, continuing education, and certification. 
·         Providing prospective graduates with job leads and career opportunities and ensuring program participants have a documented plan prior to program completion. 
·         Engage students in career planning assessments, and assists students in developing a career plan, provides mock interview support and training to build a resume, complete an application for employment, and search for a job and interview; connects students with appropriate internship, externship, or job shadowing opportunities. 
·         Participates in annual commencement ceremony, ongoing departmental training, and cross-training activities to ensure an understanding of the colleges programs, curriculum, graduation requirements, policies, and procedures, and resources and services available to students. 
·         Assists instructors with information tracking and best practices for partner relationship building related to clinicals, internships, externships, and job shadowing, including building and nurturing partnerships with business and industry. 
·         Participates in college committees and task forces as required and works with faculty and academic staff to develop student-focused processes and assists in the development of goals and objectives for the department. 
·         Fosters positive relationships with community leaders, including business owners, non-profit organization representatives, and high school personnel to create opportunities for students to be connected with work and internship experiences. 
·         Plans and implements an annual on-campus and/or virtual career fair. 
·         Provides a welcoming atmosphere for students, staff, and the community. 
·         Performs additional duties as assigned. 

General Expectations: Employees are expected to accomplish assigned duties in an efficient, effective, and competent manner and to strive for improvement and excellence in all work performed. Additionally, employees must understand the comprehensive role of the university and cooperate and work harmoniously with students, faculty and staff, and the public. Employees will follow all university policies, rules, regulations, and guidelines as they relate to this position. 

Education and Experience Requirements: 

·         Bachelor’s degree, preferably in counseling or a related field, from a regionally accredited institution of higher learning recognized by the US Department of Education 
·         Three years’ higher education experience, preferably to include recruitment and career interest assessment/advising. 

An equivalent combination of education and/or experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved may be considered. 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

Knowledge of and ability to follow college policies and procedures. 

Knowledge of current technologies and word processing, database, presentation, and spreadsheet software, specifically Microsoft Office applications. 

Knowledge of recruiting, job placement and/or career advising techniques Knowledge of certification tests used for career assessment. 

Knowledge of tools used for student interest and personality type and the ability to interpret results of such tools to assist students in making sound decisions. 

Knowledge of the proper operation of and the ability to use personal computers and standard office equipment. 

Skill in evaluating a student’s academic interests and desires to formulate a plan designed to assist the student in achievement of specified career goals. 

Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, and to relate to others in a professional, helpful manner. 

Ability to relate to a diverse population and to maintain composure when faced with difficult situations Ability to multi-task and organize, prioritize, and follow multiple projects and tasks through to completion with an attention to detail. 

Ability to work independently while contributing to team environment. 

Ability to analyze problems, identify solutions and take appropriate action, resolve problems using independent judgment and decision-making processes. 

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, other department staff, students, and the public. 

Ability to read and interpret policies related to academic programs and student requirements for participation in various programs. 

Work Environment: Work is primarily performed under general supervision in an office setting with appropriate climate control. Travel, early morning, evening, and weekend work may be required.  

Physical Requirements: Essential functions of this position require: lifting, manual dexterity, ability to communicate. 
Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body; involves sitting majority of time; walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met 

Mental Application: Utilizes memory for details, verbal instructions, emotional stability, critical thinking, adaptability, and creative problem-solving skills are important. 

Disclaimer: The above statements describe the general nature, level, and type of work performed by the incumbent(s) assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, demands, and skills required of personnel so classified. Job descriptions are not intended to and do not imply or create any employment, compensation, or contract rights for any person or persons. Management reserves the right to add, delete, or modify any and/or all provisions of this description at any time as needed without notice. This job description supersedes earlier versions. 
Compensation: $48,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.





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