Career Coach, CCP (Grant Funded)

Durham Technical Community College•Durham, NC

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

Durham Technical Community College is hiring a Career Coach in the High School Partnerships Department. The Career Coach works collaboratively with faculty and staff of Durham Tech and Orange County Schools to promote and deliver a seamless transition process for high school students into the college. The Career Coach is responsible for helping high school students define their career aspirations and identify community college programs and/or training to meet their career goals. The Career Coach will educate students to make informed decisions regarding career and academic plans in preparation for success in post-secondary education and training.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in human services or in fields related to career services or counseling
One year of work experience in human services or in fields related to career services or counseling
Evidence of strong interpersonal and organizational skills
Effective oral and written communication and public relations skills
Excellent problem solving and critical thinking skills
Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
Ability to think creatively and put ideas into action
Ability to make presentations to large audiences
Excellent computer skills as evidenced by experience with Microsoft Office products, including Excel and Word
Personal integrity, honesty, and the ability to maintain confidentiality
Understanding of the mission, goals, and objectives of a community college

Responsibilities

Provide career exploration, planning, and development guidance and college advisement to high school students
Develop and maintain quality partnerships with local business and industry leaders to promote career readiness among students
Collaborate with high school Career Development Coordinator to provide students with appropriate work-based learning opportunities
Engage students, counselors, faculty, parents, and other stakeholders in order to provide information sessions related to college success and opportunities at Durham Tech
Work in collaboration with high school Career Development Coordinators to promote CTE degree options and careers and to develop career plans
Participate in school-related activities at which Durham Tech can be promoted (e.g., parent nights, grade-level meetings, financial aid events)
Collaborate with the college liaison to assist with CCP
Advise prospective students through the recruitment and enrollment process
Maintain records for enrollment, tracking, and audit reporting purposes
Conduct tours on campus for high school students
Maintain quality partnerships with secondary school personnel in collaboration with the Director, College Recruitment and High School Partnerships
Participate in team meetings and professional development activities, as directed by the Director, College Recruitment and High School Partnerships
Assume other necessary responsibilities and perform additional tasks as assigned by the Vice President, and/or President in meeting the needs of the program, department, division and the college
Participate in program, departmental, divisional and institutional meetings and other activities
Facilitate new student orientation sessions
Fulfill committee assignments and other special appointments within the educational community
Take advantage of in-service training and other opportunities for professional development, including attendance at off-campus activities and generally staying current in the field
Perform other duties as assigned by the Career Coach, High School Partnerships & comply with college policies and procedures
Additional duties shall include other appropriate activities as assigned by the Director, Dean, the Vice President, and/or the President