What are the responsibilities and job description for the Career Specialist (Part-time) position at Passaic County Community College?
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.
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.)