Career Services Job Coordinator

SCI•San Antonio, TX

About The Position

We call it being a life changer, but you’ll call it a job you love while helping others find the same. You’ll have a hand in improving the lives of countless SCI students throughout Texas by working with impassioned educators and campus faculty in a collaborative, interactive environment to create optimized environment for our students. Ideally, this candidate will have a background in recruiting, education, or sales, as the role requires strong relationship-building skills with both students and employers. Excellent time management is essential, along with the ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment. This individual will play a critical role in supporting our graduates as they transition into the workforce. Responsibilities will include assisting students in securing employment within their chosen field of study, proactively reaching out to employers to understand hiring needs and job qualifications, and helping students identify and overcome any barriers to employment. The candidate must also be comfortable speaking in front of a classroom, as they will regularly engage with students in group settings. Above all, we are looking for someone with a genuine passion for education and a strong commitment to student success.

Requirements

Minimum 2 years practical work experience required
Access to reliable transportation with ability and willingness to travel
Familiarity with the local job market
Work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree or Associate’s degree and five years of related experience preferred
Experience in career services preferred or employment background in any of the following: job placement at a vocational school, college, or university; staffing agency, recruiter; government sponsorship agency; or marketing/sales

Responsibilities

Build effective relationships with local and regional employers, non-profits, government organizations and community partners to identify employment opportunities for students and alumni
Develop and implement plans and strategies to achieve graduate employment goals
Conduct site visits for the express purpose of enhancing existing relationships with employers / sites and establishing new partnership opportunities
Locate new employment sites, maintain contact with employers, and coordinate placement activities (resume submittments, interviews, etc.)
Document all employer relations activities in Student Administrative System
Maintain a database of employment opportunities and resource library, including career guidance references, employment literature, and related information
Coordinate panel discussions with industry experts for student/graduate attendance
Attend industry-related networking events to build potential employer database
Plan and conduct meetings and/or workshops on job search topics for students and alumni
Coordinate and attend Job / Career Fairs
participate in campus and off-campus events, including graduation and marketing events
Actively maintain an awareness of employment and industry trends and discuss research with Career Services and Education department as appropriate
Maintain contact with graduates by generating follow-up calls, e-mails, texts, etc.