Career Pathways Specialist

Tennessee Board of Regents • Portland, KY

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About The Position

The Tennessee College of Applied Technology Nashville is accepting applications for the position of Career Pathways Specialist (a grant funded position). The Tennessee College of Applied Technology Nashville is a post-secondary technical college accredited by the Council on Occupational Education.

Requirements

• Associates degree required, Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of two years’ work experience in customer service, recruitment, marketing, or related experience; specific experience in higher education preferred.
• Strong customer service skills: must possess effective oral and written communication skills to accurately convey college information and to effectively present information to large groups and individuals.
• Must have the ability to establish and maintain effective interpersonal working relationships with high schools, colleges, prospective students, business and industry, faculty, staff and the general public.
• Must have ability to utilize Microsoft Office programs, audio/visual equipment and software; and working knowledge of maintaining student records and/or sensitive information.
• Must have the ability to multitask with good organization and planning skills.
• Passionate belief in the power of education along with the desire to help students achieve their academic, professional, and personal goals.

Responsibilities

• Will be responsible for dual enrollment in Cheatham County Schools, Robertson County Schools, and Sumner County Schools.
• Provide career counseling to assist students with selection of proper course of training.
• Provide assistance with the admissions process for dual enrollment: college application, completion of dual enrollment grant, and other required documentation.
• Maintains a student tracking system and keeps accurate records of dually enrolled students including attendance, grades, and progress.
• Will work with County School Systems to identify additional pathways for articulation for dual enrollment with TCAT Nashville.
• Attend recruitment events such as College and Career Fairs.
• Will be responsible for promoting awareness of TN Promise to high school seniors.
• Perform other duties directly and uniquely related to career and technical education as assigned by supervisor and/or administration, on and off campus.
• Applicants may be subject to a background check.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees