Gordon State College-posted 3 months ago
Full-time • Entry Level
Barnesville, GA

This position assists and guides students through all components of Career Services and partners with organization and community leaders for the development of student opportunities to enhance professional skills and integrate academic learning and work experience for students to obtain suitable employment with a focus on student retention, recruitment, and graduation.

  • Build and maintain strong partnerships with employers, community organizations, and professional associations to expand job, internship, and field placement opportunities.
  • Coordinate the college’s internship and field placement programs in collaboration with Academic Affairs and academic departments, ensuring compliance with institutional and accreditation standards.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for students, faculty, site supervisors, and employers to support successful placements and resolve issues.
  • Organize and lead career fairs, networking events, and recruitment sessions to connect students with hiring professionals.
  • Assess and report on internship and placement outcomes, collecting data on student performance, site quality, and employer satisfaction to improve programs.
  • Represent Career Services on college committees and at community events to advance Gordon State College’s workforce development mission.
  • Plan and deliver career development workshops, job-readiness training, and professional skills seminars.
  • Provide individualized career counseling/advising sessions, including support for undecided students exploring majors and career paths.
  • Offer résumé and cover letter reviews, mock interviews, and job search strategy coaching.
  • Maintain and update Handshake (Career Management Platform) and the employer database each semester.
  • Inform students of career opportunities aligned with their goals and connect them with prospective employers.
  • Assist students in seeking part-time, full-time, and co-op positions while preparing them for a competitive job market.
  • Partner with faculty and student support staff to embed career readiness into academic and co-curricular programs.
  • Recruit, train, schedule, and supervise student employees and interns.
  • Oversee the career services website and technology platforms supporting students, alumni, and employers.
  • Bachelor's Degree in a course of study related to the occupational field.
  • Minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience.
  • Career and academic advising experience.
  • SHRM membership.
  • Health insurance
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Life Insurance
  • Sick Leave
  • Vacation Leave
  • Parental Leave
  • Retirement
  • Employee discounts
  • Tuition reimbursement
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