CWS Relationship Coordinator

Cristo Rey Jesuit•Houston, TX

7d•$55,000 - $60,000•Onsite

About The Position

Opening in 2009, Cristo Rey Jesuit now has student enrollment of over 500 young men and women. Cristo Rey Jesuit offers a rigorous college preparatory education available to students of limited economic resources in the Houston area. Our unique Corporate Work Study Program places students in businesses and nonprofits where they learn the expectations of the corporate world and earn up to 50 percent of the cost of their education. Cristo Rey Jesuit belongs to the national Cristo Rey Network of schools and the national Jesuit Schools Network. Our Mission: To inspire and prepare students of limited economic resources to succeed in college and lead their communities as compassionate, committed, and competent men and women for others for the greater glory of God. Our Vision: Compelled by our Jesuit mission and identity, we are a vibrant community that transforms the world by loving, learning; and excelling in all we do. Read more about CRJ's teaching model and school community on our website. We are seeking a dedicated, intellectually curious and mission-driven individual who is open to growth and wants to be part of our community. They will have the unique opportunity to help develop one of Houston's most promising educational options for young men and women from families with low to moderate income. An ideal candidate should have an appreciation of the school's mission and a commitment to the values of Catholic education and be comfortable modeling an active and inspiring faith life for all in the community.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university
Some customer relations experience is helpful
Analyze problems and devise effective solutions and respond to directives received from executive management
Ability to work well with students and the parents of students who have had trouble at work
Demonstrate consultative skills to resolve complex problems including escalated interactions from other peers
Oversee student-workers from a training and daily activity perspective as needed
Strong written and oral communication skills
Help establish an institution that will have a real and lasting positive impact on the greater Houston community
Knowledge of Microsoft & G-Suite database software; spreadsheet software; word processing software; electronic mail software; and presentation software
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
Commitment to faith-based education and holistic student development
A desire to learn and be part of the unique Cristo Rey mission, recognizing the educational value and financial importance of the Corporate Work-Study Program

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with Salesforce or another customer relationship management software is a plus but not required
Experience working with high school students in an urban or Catholic school setting
Spanish and English (Preferred)

Responsibilities

Build strong relationships with students, via being a model of conduct and offering guidance as they are introduced to the corporate work world, as well as building relationships with the professionals at various workplaces to ensure success
Serve as a liaison to an assigned portfolio of CWS business partners and manage corporate accounts through developing and maintaining working relationships with CWS supervisors and decision makers
Conduct site visits in accordance with Department of Labor requirements
Provide coaching and feedback to students
Monitor student timecard submissions for supervisor feedback
Assist the Manager, Professional Development in teaching CWS curriculum as needed for each grade level during designated times each semester and during the summer training
Assist the Student Development Manager with monitoring and student performance and grading
Assist with inputting CWS academic grades through PowerSchool