Career Coach, Pathways to College Completion Program (PT)

Job Description

Job Description

Passaic County Community College is seeking a Career Coach reports to the “Coordinator of Career Services and Early College” and is responsible for assisting students in developing employment search strategies, tools and skills; introducing students to career development resources as well as general campus resources; providing opportunities for students to develop career plans; and helping to educate the college community on current career trends

The is a part-time, grant-funded student position.

Examples of Duties

• Provide individual and group assistance with resume, cover letter writing and job search skills for current PCCC Path2 College students and alumni
• Increase student awareness of career opportunities on campus by collaborating with pathway coordinators, faculty and the Career Center
• Design and deliver career workshops and special events for students in specific majors
• Utilize career advisement tools such as LinkedIn, Handshake and Focus 2
• Maintain records and statistics on student usage and performance.
• Assist with planning and implementation of the Path2College summer bridge program
• Support students in completing pathway projects
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Current PCCC student working towards an Associates degree.
• Completion of at least 1 full semester with a minimum GPA of 3.0.
• Excellent interpersonal, team-building, and administrative skills.
• Computer literate, proficient in the use of on-line and social media communications.

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 minimum hourly pay for this position is $16.00

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.)