Career Services Coach - Title III Grant

Posting Details

Posting Summary

Working Title Career Services Coach - Title III Grant Role Title Education Support Spec III Role Code 29144-SW FLSA Exempt Pay Band 04 Position Number 284R0022 Agency Eastern Shore Community College Division Eastern Shore Community College (Div) Work Location Accomack - 001 Hiring Range $42,905 - $45,500, commensurate w/ experience. Emergency/Essential Personnel No EEO Category B-Professional Full Time or Part Time Full Time Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- No Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? No Work Schedule
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with some evenings and weekends required.
Sensitive Position No Job Description

Eastern Shore Community College is a member of the Virginia Community College System. The College serves the residents of Accomack County and Northampton County as a two-year institution of higher learning. Operating under policies established by the State Board for Community Colleges and the Eastern Shore Community College Board, the college is financed primarily with state funds, supplemented by contributions from the two counties and the Eastern Shore Community College Foundation.

The Career Services Coach supports the activities of ESCC’s Contact to Career program, including a comprehensive Career Services Center and the Title III grant which funds the program. The Career Services Coach will assist in the implementation of strategies that improve student retention, increase students in internships, increase the number of students who attain credentials, and increase the number of students who transition from adult education to academic programs. This position will also assist in services, programs, and events that support the school’s mission, meeting the needs of a diverse campus population and fostering student professional and career development. Finally, this individual must be able to provide excellent service to students, alumni, employers and members of the community.

This is a restricted funded position.
Special Assignments
May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
KSA's/Required Qualifications

• Working knowledge of career assessments, ability to develop individual career plans and provide career counseling.
• Knowledge of career counseling theories and techniques, ability to research, analyze and interpret data for reports.
• Ability to establish positive working relationships with local employers, state, federal, community agencies, and professional organizations.
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication (oral and written), and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of project and event planning - ability to organize activities such as employer visits and career and job fairs.
• Ability to work with diverse student, faculty, and staff populations.
• Ability to work independently and part of a team, prioritize workloads and meet deadlines.
• Ability to exercise appropriate judgment and maintain confidentiality regarding a variety of sensitive information.
• Skilled in the use of PC based software including Word, databases, spreadsheets and web-based software for student and career management systems.
• Ability to interpret and apply policies and procedures in a community college environment.

Additional Considerations

• Experience in higher education setting.
• Experience in recruiting, career services, employer relations, business development/marketing, and/or strategic planning.
• Experience with online career management systems.
• Understanding college resources to include financial aid, student services, and academic programs.
• Experience with job searches, resume writing, interviewing and professional soft skills.

Operation of a State Vehicle No Supervises Employees No Required Travel
Limited

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number CLS_3166P Recruitment Type General Public - G Number of Vacancies 1 Position End Date (if temporary) Job Open Date 07/22/2024 Job Close Date 09/24/2024 Open Until Filled Agency Website tcc.edu Contact Name Email Phone Number Special Instructions to Applicants
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services ( DARS ), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired ( DBVI ). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155
Additional Information Background Check Statement Disclaimer
The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/
EEO Statement
The Virginia Community College System, anEEOemployer, welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and recognizes the benefits of a diverse workforce. Therefore, theVCCSis committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications. We prohibit discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, mental or physical disabilities, political affiliation, veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors.
ADA Statement
TheVCCSis anEOEand Affirmative Action Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Acts ( ADA and ADAAA ), VCCS will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing and selection processes.
E-Verify Statement
VCCSuses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.