Career Coordinator

Career Coordinator

Salary

$50,000.00 Annually

Location

RSTC - 100 HWY 83, Evergreen, AL

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

07939

College/Division

RSTC-601150-Workforce Development Administratio

Opening Date

05/30/2026

Closing Date

6/13/2026 11:59 PM Central

Campus Location

Reid State Technical College

• Description
• Benefits

Position Summary

The Career Coordinator plays a pivotal role in enhancing the career readiness of students. The Career Coordinator is expected to provide personalized guidance, resources, and support to assist students in preparing for successful and meaningful careers. The Career Coordinator serves as a liaison with area businesses and industries to help promote the programs offered at the college and expand work-based learning and employment opportunities. The Career Coordinator will provide one-on-one and group training opportunities for all aspects of career services to ensure students have the opportunity and skills to obtain a high-wage/high-demand job.

Salary Commensurate with education and experience according to ACCS Board of Trustees Salary Schedule C3.

Grant-Funded (ACCS Board of Trustees Salary Schedule C3, $50,000 annually). Continued employment is contingent upon grant funding. This is a non-tenure track position. Non-Probationary Status cannot be obtained.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The Career Coordinator will perform the following duties (including, but not limited to):

Employer and Community Engagement

• Establish and maintain relationships with local, regional, and state employers to develop internship, cooperative education, apprenticeship, and full-time employment opportunities for students.
• Increase internship, apprenticeship, and work-based learning opportunities in alignment with the colleges career technical programs.
• Collaborate with employers to organize career fairs, on-campus recruiting events, and industry-focused networking sessions.
• Collaborate with economic developers, business leaders, industry associations, and local and state agencies to promote college programs and strengthen workforce pipelines.
• Partner with community organizations, workforce agencies, and alumni to expand available career resources and employment connections.
• Establish connections between students and industry representatives through job shadowing, mentoring, and career exploration activities.
• Identify and promote employment opportunities in high-wage, high-demand industries.
• Track and promote job, internship, apprenticeship postings to ensure students have equitable access to opportunities.

Student Career Readiness Support

• Provide comprehensive career development services to support student retention and success, including career coaching, resume development, interview preparation, job search strategies, professional networking, and workplace readiness skills.
• Facilitate workshops, classroom presentations, and career-related programs to improve students job search abilities and professional development.
• Administer and interpret career assessments to support students in making informed decisions about majors, career pathways, and employment options.
• Guide students in the effective use of career resources, including online job boards, labor market information, and employer directories.
• Support students in developing career action plans that align academic preparation with career goals.
• Maintain records of student interactions, career outcomes, and other relevant data to track the impact of career coaching services and make improvements as needed.

Program and Resource Development

• Develop, implement, and assess outreach strategies to increase awareness of career services among students, faculty, staff, alumni, and employers.
• Develop and maintain career development resources, including handouts, online guides, and digital career readiness tools.
• Implement career readiness workshops focusing on workplace professionalism, effective communication, teamwork, and problem-solving.
• Use labor market and employment data to inform program development and advise students on in-demand careers.
• Collaborate across departments, including academic divisions, student services, and institutional advancement, to integrate career readiness initiatives into existing programs.

Data Collection and Reporting

• Maintain an active employer contact database and partner with employers to understand workforce needs and align opportunities and academic pathways.
• Maintain accurate student records and track engagement with career services using designated systems.
• Monitor student placement, retention, and post-graduation outcomes for institutional reporting and continuous improvement to demonstrate impact.
• Prepare and present reports, assessments, and recommendations regarding career services activities and outcomes to college leadership.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Executive Director of Workforce Development or the President.

Qualifications

Bachelors degree in Counseling, Human Resources, Education, Business, Career and Technical Education, or a related field from an accredited institution is required.

Experience working in a community college environment preferred.

Experience in career services, student affairs, workforce development, or a related field preferred.

Strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills required.

Proficiency with career development tools and technologies preferred.

Ability to build and maintain professional relationships with diverse student populations, faculty, and external stakeholders preferred.

Knowledge of career development theory, student development practices, and current labor market trends.

Ability to design, implement, and assess effective career readiness programs.

Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines required.

Skill in using career assessment tools, data reporting systems, and HR/employment platforms preferred.

Ability to work collaboratively across academic and administrative departments required.

Commitment to supporting diverse populations and promoting an inclusive career development environment is required.

Application Procedures/Additional Information

As this is an online application system, please use an email address you regularly monitor, as any follow-up notifications will be sent to the address listed on the application. Please read the entire application procedure before applying.

Applicants must meet the minimum and required qualifications and must submit a completed application through the online application system to be considered for this position. Submission of a completed application packet is the applicants responsibility. To be considered for an interview, only complete application packages will be given consideration; incomplete application packets will eliminate the possibility of an interview.

The applicant must submit all the following as outlined:

• A completed official College employment application

• A cover letter addressing your interest in the position, relevant qualifications, and how your skills align with the essential duties and responsibilities of the posted position.

• The cover letter should be no more than one page in length.

• A current resume

• Written verification of minimum required work experience from a current or previous employer.

• Verification must include employment dates, job title, and indicate whether the employment was full-time or part-time.

• There is a form that can be used, which is available at https://www.rstc.edu/employment, located under Documents,

OR

• A letter on official letterhead and including an authorized signature.
• Copy of unofficial or official transcripts. (Transcripts must confirm the applicant meets educational requirements.)
• If employed by the College, it is the employees responsibility to furnish official transcripts to the Office of Human Resources of Reid State Community College from the institution(s) granting the educational credits.
• Copies of a High School diploma will not be accepted.

Applications must be filed online at: https://www.rstc.edu/employment. If at any point you have problems completing your application, contact the human resources department at Reid State Community College (sbrown@reidstate.edu).

Please note: All application materials must be electronic. It is recommended that you have digital copies (such as PDFs) of your resume, employment verification documents (if applicable), all required transcripts, and any other documents identified in the vacancy announcement ready when you begin the online application process. You will be given the opportunity to upload these during the process. Reid State Community College does not accept faxed, mailed, or emailed application materials.

Complete application files must be received by the application deadline. Applicants who fail to submit all required information will be disqualified from consideration. Only applications received during the period of this announcement will be considered.

Applicants are responsible for their own travel expenses.

In accordance with Alabama Community College System policy and guidelines, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form for a criminal background check. Employment will be contingent upon the receipt of a clearance notification from the criminal background check.

Reid State 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.

Reid State Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the Alabama Community College System, including all postsecondary community and technical colleges under the control of the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees, that no employee or applicant for employment or promotion, on the basis of any impermissible criterion or characteristic including, without limitation, race, color, national origin, religion, marital status, disability, sex, age, or any other protected class as defined by federal and state law, shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment.

Reid State Community College will make reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities who are applicants or employees. Applicants who require reasonable accommodation for the interview are encouraged to request it when contacted for an interview appointment.

The College reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to the award being made. 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.

The College reserves the right to fill more than one position in the same job classification should another vacancy occur during the search process

Sick Leave

All regular full-time non-instructional staff earns one day of sick leave which is the equivalent of 8 hours of sick leave per month. Unused sick leave is rolled over to the following year. Upon retirement, employees are allowed to convert unused sick time into service time for the purpose of retirement. Further retirement benefits may be found on this page under Alabama Teachers Retirement.

8 hours per month

(may accumulate an unlimited number)

Annual Leave

All regular full-time non-instructional staff earn annual leave per month. A complete description of leave benefits can be found with the Human Resources office.

0-4 years 8 hours per month

5-9 years 10 hours per month

10-14 years 12 hours per month

15-19 years 14 hours per month

20+ 16 hours per month

(may accumulate up to 480 hours)

Personal Leave

All regular full-time non-instructional staff earns up to two (2) regularly scheduled workdays of personal leave per leave year.

Unused Personal Leave converts to sick leave if not used.

(converts to sick leave at the end of August each year if not used)

Professional Leave

Up to 10 days a year of professional development leave with pay may be granted by the President.

Holidays

New Years Day

Martin Luther King/Robert E. Lee Birthday

National Memorial Day

Juneteenth

Independence Day

Labor Day

Veterans Day

Thanksgiving Day

Day after Thanksgiving Day

Christmas Eve

Christmas Day

16 (5 locally assigned)

Contracted Work Days

260

Retirement

The TRS was established in 1939 to provide benefits to qualified persons employed by state-supported educational institutions. Responsibility for the management and administration of the TRS is vested in its Board of Control. The Boards of Control elect the Secretary-Treasurer who serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the RSA and is responsible for the day-to-day management of the RSA. The TRS is a defined benefit plan qualified under Section 401(a) of the Internal Revenue Code. For more information visit The Retirement Systems of Alabama. All regular full-time and part-time employees (non-temporary and non- student) who work at least 20 hours per week are required to participate in The Teachers Retirement System of Alabama.

Tier I - Pays 7.50% monthly. State matches 14.57% (effective 10/01/25)

Tier II - Pays 6.20% monthly. State matches 13.61% (effective 10/01/25)

Law Enforcement Officers:

Tier I-Pays 8.50% monthly. State matches 14.57% (effective 10/01/25)

Tier II- Pays 7.20% monthly. State matches 13.61% (effective 10/01/25)

Health Insurance

PEEHIP, established in 1983, provides health insurance benefits for active and retired education employees and is governed by the PEEHIP Board of Control. The Boards of Control elect the Secretary-Treasurer who serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the RSA and is responsible for the day-to-day management of the RSA. For more information visit http://www.rsa-al.gov/index.php/members/peehip

Premium amounts:

• Single $ 30
• Family (without Spouse but with dependents) $ 207
• Employee + Spouse (no dependents) $ 282
• Family (with Spouse and dependents*) $ 307
• Includes $100 per month spousal surcharge Note: The spousal surcharge does not apply to spouses who are independently eligible for PEEHIP.

Tobacco Usage Premium

• Member $ 50
• Spouse $ 50

The tobacco premium applies only to the PEEHIP Hospital Medical and VIVA Health plans. Refer to the Wellness Program section to learn how you and/or your spouse can receive the non-tobacco user discount.

Wellness Premium

• Member $ 50
• Spouse $ 50

The wellness premium applies only to the Blue Cross Blue Shield Hospital Medical Group #14000 plan for non-Medicare eligible active and retired members, non-Medicare-eligible members on LOA or COBRA, and non-Medicare-eligible spouses on active or retired contracts. Refer to the Wellness Program section to learn how you and/or your spouse can receive a wellness premium waiver.

If desired, the employee may elect four options rather than health insurance options to include hospital indemnity, cancer, dental, and vision.

Optional Coverage Plan Premiums

• Cancer, Indemnity, and Vision Single or Family (cost per plan) $ 38
• Dental Single $ 38 Dental Family $ 50

Institution matches $800 monthly (effective 10/01/17).

Duty Hours

(hours vary by campus and needs of the student)

Tuition Assistance

This tuition waiver program is designed for all full-time instructional and non-instructional employees of The Alabama College System and the Alabama Department of Postsecondary Education and their dependents as defined under by policy. The program will be coordinated by each institution for employees within The Alabama College System and the Alabama Department of Postsecondary Education. An application form for the tuition assistance program is available in the Human Resources office and should be completed prior to registration for classes.

Employees/Dependents at two-year colleges:

• 1/3 waived after 1st year
• 2/3 waived after 2nd year
• 3/3 waived after 3rd year

Note: Employee is vested after 10 years in Retirement System. Additional information regarding retirement may be obtained from the Retirement System Web site at www.rsa.al.gov.

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