What are the responsibilities and job description for the Career Coordinator position at ACCS?
JOB
Employment in this position is grant-funded and continued employment is not guaranteed beyond the funding provided through the grant. The Career Coordinator enhances students’ career readiness by providing personalized guidance, resources, and support to assist students in preparing for successful and meaningful careers and serves as liaison with area businesses and industries to help promote programs offered at the college and expand work-based learning and employment opportunities. SalaryCompensated on LBW L (Local) Salary Schedule at $48,000.00 a year.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Assist students in identifying their interests, values, strengths, and career goals through assessments and one-on-one discussions.Develop opportunities for students to explore various career options and understand the requirements and opportunities associated with each.Assist students in developing effective resumes and cover letters that highlight their skills and experiences relevant to their desired careers.Provide guidance on effective job search techniques, including online job boards, networking, informational interviews, and using social media for professional branding.Prepare students for interviews by conducting mock interviews, offering feedback on their performance, and coaching them on how to answer common interview questions.Provide strategies for networking at career fairs, conferences, and online platforms like LinkedIn.Assist students in finding and securing internships or co-op opportunities relevant to their field of study.Build and maintain relationships with local businesses and industries to expand internships, apprenticeships, and work-based learning opportunities for students. Identify gaps in students' skills and recommend relevant workshops, courses, or resources to help them acquire the necessary skills for their chosen career paths.Assist students in developing long-term career plans and strategies for career advancement beyond their initial job placement.Maintain records of student interactions, career outcomes, and other relevant data to track the impact of career coaching services and submit reports as needed.Uphold ethical standards and best practices in career coaching, including maintaining confidentiality and avoiding conflicts of interest.Actively market and promote career coaching services to ensure students are aware of and utilize these valuable resources.Develop and implement outreach tactics to increase awareness about career service opportunities for students, alumni, faculty, staff, and employers.Collaborate with faculty, academic advisors, and other campus resources to ensure a holistic approach to student success.Stay informed about changing job market trends, emerging careers, and evolving employment practices to better advise students on current and future opportunities.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as indicated on this vacancy notice and must submit a complete application packet through the online application system in order to be considered. Applicants who fail to submit all required information will be disqualified. Only applications received during the period of this announcement will be considered. Application material may not be submitted by fax, email, or in person.A complete application packet consists of: Completed Lurleen B. Wallace Community College online employment application.Current résumé.Cover letter describing specifically how your experience and qualifications meet the required qualifications.Appropriate transcript(s) identifying the applicant, date degree conferred, and verifying the applicant has received the minimum degree requirements. (NOTE: COPIES OF DIPLOMAS WILL NOT BE SUFFICIENT)The submission of all required application material by the deadline date is the sole responsibility of the applicant. All submitted application materials become the property of the College. Requests for copies of application materials, including transcripts, will be denied.Prior to receiving an offer of employment, applicants are required to submit letters of verification from previous or current employers verifying their work experience. The letters of verification must include the applicant’s beginning and ending dates of employment and employment title and indicate if the employment was full or part-time. The person chosen to fill the position is required to furnish official transcripts prior to the completion of the first semester of employment.In accordance with Alabama Community College System policy and procedures, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form for a criminal background check. Employment will be contingent upon receipt of a clearance notification from a criminal background check. LBW Community College is an active participant in the Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-verify). E-verify electronically confirms an employee's eligibility to work in the United States as required by the Department of Homeland Security. LBW Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the official policy of the Alabama Community College System that no person shall, on the grounds of race, color, disability, gender, religion, creed, national origin, or age, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment. LBW Community College will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants or employees. If you have a disability and require accommodation, please notify us at (334) 881-2223.The College reserves the right to fill the position within one year of the stated anticipated starting date or not to fill the position due to budgetary or operational considerations. Further, the College reserves the right to fill more than one position in the same job classification should another vacancy occur during the search process. LBW Community College reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to the awarding.
Employment in this position is grant-funded and continued employment is not guaranteed beyond the funding provided through the grant. The Career Coordinator enhances students’ career readiness by providing personalized guidance, resources, and support to assist students in preparing for successful and meaningful careers and serves as liaison with area businesses and industries to help promote programs offered at the college and expand work-based learning and employment opportunities. SalaryCompensated on LBW L (Local) Salary Schedule at $48,000.00 a year.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Assist students in identifying their interests, values, strengths, and career goals through assessments and one-on-one discussions.Develop opportunities for students to explore various career options and understand the requirements and opportunities associated with each.Assist students in developing effective resumes and cover letters that highlight their skills and experiences relevant to their desired careers.Provide guidance on effective job search techniques, including online job boards, networking, informational interviews, and using social media for professional branding.Prepare students for interviews by conducting mock interviews, offering feedback on their performance, and coaching them on how to answer common interview questions.Provide strategies for networking at career fairs, conferences, and online platforms like LinkedIn.Assist students in finding and securing internships or co-op opportunities relevant to their field of study.Build and maintain relationships with local businesses and industries to expand internships, apprenticeships, and work-based learning opportunities for students. Identify gaps in students' skills and recommend relevant workshops, courses, or resources to help them acquire the necessary skills for their chosen career paths.Assist students in developing long-term career plans and strategies for career advancement beyond their initial job placement.Maintain records of student interactions, career outcomes, and other relevant data to track the impact of career coaching services and submit reports as needed.Uphold ethical standards and best practices in career coaching, including maintaining confidentiality and avoiding conflicts of interest.Actively market and promote career coaching services to ensure students are aware of and utilize these valuable resources.Develop and implement outreach tactics to increase awareness about career service opportunities for students, alumni, faculty, staff, and employers.Collaborate with faculty, academic advisors, and other campus resources to ensure a holistic approach to student success.Stay informed about changing job market trends, emerging careers, and evolving employment practices to better advise students on current and future opportunities.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as indicated on this vacancy notice and must submit a complete application packet through the online application system in order to be considered. Applicants who fail to submit all required information will be disqualified. Only applications received during the period of this announcement will be considered. Application material may not be submitted by fax, email, or in person.A complete application packet consists of: Completed Lurleen B. Wallace Community College online employment application.Current résumé.Cover letter describing specifically how your experience and qualifications meet the required qualifications.Appropriate transcript(s) identifying the applicant, date degree conferred, and verifying the applicant has received the minimum degree requirements. (NOTE: COPIES OF DIPLOMAS WILL NOT BE SUFFICIENT)The submission of all required application material by the deadline date is the sole responsibility of the applicant. All submitted application materials become the property of the College. Requests for copies of application materials, including transcripts, will be denied.Prior to receiving an offer of employment, applicants are required to submit letters of verification from previous or current employers verifying their work experience. The letters of verification must include the applicant’s beginning and ending dates of employment and employment title and indicate if the employment was full or part-time. The person chosen to fill the position is required to furnish official transcripts prior to the completion of the first semester of employment.In accordance with Alabama Community College System policy and procedures, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form for a criminal background check. Employment will be contingent upon receipt of a clearance notification from a criminal background check. LBW Community College is an active participant in the Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-verify). E-verify electronically confirms an employee's eligibility to work in the United States as required by the Department of Homeland Security. LBW Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the official policy of the Alabama Community College System that no person shall, on the grounds of race, color, disability, gender, religion, creed, national origin, or age, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment. LBW Community College will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants or employees. If you have a disability and require accommodation, please notify us at (334) 881-2223.The College reserves the right to fill the position within one year of the stated anticipated starting date or not to fill the position due to budgetary or operational considerations. Further, the College reserves the right to fill more than one position in the same job classification should another vacancy occur during the search process. LBW Community College reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to the awarding.
Salary : $48,000
