Career Coach, Pathways to College Completion Program (PT)

Passaic County Community College • Paterson, NJ

120d • $16

About The Position

Passaic County Community College is seeking a Career Coach who reports to the Coordinator of Career Services and Early College. This part-time, grant-funded student position 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.

Requirements

• 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

Responsibilities

• 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

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
• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree