Career Specialist (Part-time)

The part-time Career Specialist reports to the Associate Dean of Career, Professional Readiness and Experiential Learning and is responsible for assisting students in developing employment search strategies, tools and skills; introducing students to career development resources; providing opportunities for students to investigate career plans; and helping to educate the college community on current career trends.

This is a part-time hourly position.

SPECIFIC FUNCTIONS: The part-time Career Specialist will:

• Manage drop-in career services.
• Provide individual and group assistance with resume, cover letter and job search skills preparation for students and alumni.
• Conduct outreach to potential speakers and employers, organize and facilitate group workshops and special events designed to increase awareness of career opportunities.
• Provide career advisement presence on campus and virtually.
• Incorporate social media and career advisement strategies through virtual and on-line resources such as LinkedIn, Handshake and Focus 2.
• Maintain records and statistics on student success.
• Develop and implement career programming focused on specific trends in employment and/ or highlighting opportunities geared to specific majors.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS, EXPERIENCE AND BACKGROUND:

• Bachelor's degree required, Master's degree preferred in education, counseling, business or related discipline.
• Previous experience in career development, job placement and/or Human Resources Recruiting /Employment setting.
• Sensitivity to the needs of the student population of an urban community college.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally, in writing and interpersonally.
• Computer literate, proficient in the use of on-line and social media communications.
• Must be able to work one evening per week and occasional Saturdays.

The completion of a background check will be required for the selected candidate.

Compensation: Compensation is determined by a variety of criteria, including but not limited to, previous relevant experience, education level, and certifications. The hourly pay range for this position is $20-$23.

Benefits:

• New Jersey Sick Leave: Earn 1 hour of sick leave for every 30 hours worked with a maximum of 40 hours of leave per benefit year. (Eligible to use after successful completion of probationary period.)
• Employee Assistance Program provides free, confidential, limited counseling services, work-life assistance, legal and financial guidance.
• Commuter Benefits: Free parking access is provided on site. An optional Transit Pre-Tax Plan is available which allows employees to use pre-tax dollars to purchase eligible transit expenses.
• NJ Defined Contribution Retirement Program provides eligible members with a tax-sheltered, defined contribution retirement benefit, along with life insurance and long-term disability coverage. (Must meet eligibility requirements.)