Adult and Workforce Education Career Pathways Advisor

Waubonsee Community College; Aurora (IL); Hybride; USD 34 000 - 41 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Benefits package with paid time off

Low-cost medical, dental, vision plans

SURS pension and 14 paid holidays

Résumé du poste

Waubonsee Community College seeks an Adult and Workforce Education Career Pathways Advisor at the Aurora Downtown Campus. This full-time, hybrid role focuses on individualized advising, career planning, and connecting students with resources to advance education and employment goals.

You will develop education plans, coordinate services, and foster employer partnerships while meeting grant requirements and performance measures. Evening hours may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; master's preferred.
• Experience in case management, advising, workforce development, adult education, or social services.

Responsabilités

• Provide individualized advising and intensive case management to adult education and WIOA Youth participants.
• Develop and update individualized education and career plans.
• Assess student strengths and barriers and connect to resources.
• Coordinate supportive services to promote persistence and transitions.
• Maintain regular contact and provide ongoing coaching.
• Deliver career development services (resume prep, interview coaching, job search strategies, financial literacy).
• Plan and facilitate workshops on college success and workforce readiness.
• Develop partnerships with employers and workforce agencies.
• Connect students with career services and training opportunities.
• Determine participant eligibility and complete enrollment activities for grant-funded programs.
• Maintain records and documentation in IWDS and other systems.
• Track outcomes and prepare performance reports for funders.
• Collaborate with faculty and partners to coordinate support services.
• Assist with recruitment, orientation, and retention for Adult and Workforce Education programs.
• Participate in meetings and community outreach.
• Promote an inclusive environment for diverse learners.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Connaissances

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Counseling, Education, Human Services or related field

Master's degree preferred

Outils

Microsoft Office

Description du poste

Adult and Workforce Education Career Pathways Advisor

Full-time Staff

Aurora Downtown Campus

Hybrid Option: Yes

Join our dynamic team at Waubonsee Community College, where your career can flourish. We are committed to being an exceptional employer, offering a comprehensive benefits package with generous time off, low-cost medical, dental, and vision plans, and a secure pension plan through SURS. You'll also enjoy 14 paid holidays, including winter and Thanksgiving breaks. Be part of a transformative institution, dedicated to making a positive impact in our community and the lives of our students. Your future starts here – join us today!

Waubonsee Community College is committed to hiring and retaining exceptional faculty and staff who are committed to the college’s culture of collaboration, professional growth and student success.

Responsibilities

• Student Advising and Case Management: Provide individualized advising and intensive case management to Adult Education and WIOA Youth participants, helping students establish and achieve educational, career, and employment goals.
• Develop, implement, and regularly update individualized education and career plans as required by funding sources.
• Assess students' strengths, interests, career goals, and barriers to success, connecting them with appropriate college, workforce, and community resources.
• Coordinate supportive services that promote student persistence, completion, and successful transitions to postsecondary education, training, apprenticeships, and employment.
• Maintain regular contact with students to monitor progress, encourage engagement, and provide ongoing coaching throughout their educational and career journey.
• Career Development and Employer Engagement: Deliver individual and group career development services, including career exploration, resume preparation, interview coaching, job search strategies, workplace readiness, and financial literacy.
• Plan and facilitate workshops that promote college success, employability skills, career pathways, and workforce readiness.
• Develop and maintain partnerships with employers, workforce agencies, and community organizations to expand work-based learning, internships, apprenticeships, and employment opportunities.
• Connect students with career services, workforce resources, occupational training, and job placement opportunities.
• Program Coordination and Compliance: Determine participant eligibility and complete enrollment activities for grant-funded programs, as applicable.
• Maintain accurate student records, case notes, and required documentation in institutional and grant management systems, including IWDS.
• Track participant outcomes, educational progress, credential attainment, employment placement, and other performance measures required by the College and funding agencies.
• Prepare reports and ensure compliance with institutional policies and grant requirements.
• Collaboration and Student Success: Collaborate with faculty, navigators, advisors, workforce partners, and community agencies to coordinate student support services.
• Assist with recruitment, orientation, retention, and transition activities for Adult and Workforce Education programs.
• Participate in staff meetings, professional development, employer events, and community outreach activities.
• Promote an inclusive, welcoming environment that supports the success of learners from diverse backgrounds.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Counseling, Education, Human Services or related field required. Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in case management, advising, workforce development, adult education, or social services.
• Experience working with diverse adult populations, including individuals who are economically disadvantaged, English language learners, immigrants, or individuals with barriers to employment.
• Strong understanding of career pathways, workforce systems, and postsecondary transitions.
• Strong communication and organizational skills with the ability to work independently, cooperatively and maintain confidentiality.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software applications required.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain detailed documentation.
• Availability to work one evening per week as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Counseling, Education, Human Services, Social Work, or related field.
• Experience administering WIOA-funded programs.
• Knowledge of Illinois Workforce Development System (IWDS).
• Experience working in Adult Education.
• Experience developing employer partnerships.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish.
• Career development certification (GCDF, CCSP, NCDA, or similar).
• Experience with grant-funded programs and performance reporting.

Position Details

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• Grant Funded: Yes
• Compensation Range: 24.64 - 29.69
• Compensation Type: Hourly
• Compensation: The pay for this position will be determined by your experience, education, and qualifications.
• Work Schedule: M-F 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Some Evenings Required
• Work Hours: 40 hours/week
• Testing: No
• Priority Application Review Date:
• Applications received by the “Priority Application Review Date” will receive priority consideration. Review of applications will begin at that time and continue until the position is filled.
• Benefits: Click to See Benefits Page

Equal opportunity employer, including disability and veteran