Career Development Coordinator, FGCU R.I.S.E.

E Learning; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The Career Development Coordinator, FGCU R.I.S.E. program coordinates employment and internship opportunities and teaches courses that support students' career development and workforce readiness.

The position collaborates with employers, community agencies, and campus partners to connect students with experiential learning and employment opportunities while creating pathways to employment for R.I.S.E program participants. FGCU is building a culture of curiosity, commitment and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Master's degree from an accredited institution in Education, Special Education or related field.
• Two years of experience working with and teaching students with intellectual disabilities.
• Teaching certification or license in special education.
• Any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience, and/or certifications may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate employment and internship opportunities for FGCU R.I.S.E. program and teach courses supporting career development and workforce readiness.
• Oversee internship placements and supervision; work with community agencies to facilitate job placements.
• Meet with participants face to face, over the phone, and virtually to assist in obtaining experiential learning opportunities and/or employment.
• Promote employment of R.I.S.E. students on campus and in the community; serve as liaison to employers and agencies.
• Collect and analyzes data related to career development and internships; conduct workshops and career events.

Skills

Career advising

Networking

Interviewing skills

Data analysis

Public speaking

Education

Master's degree in Education

Master's degree in Special Education

Teaching certification in special education

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Career Development Coordinator, FGCU R.I.S.E.

Job Summary

The Career Development Coordinator, FGCU R.I.S.E. coordinatesemployment and internship opportunities for the FGCU R.I.S.E. (RealIndependence, Successful Employment) program and teaches coursesthat support students' career development and workforce readiness.The position collaborates with employers, community agencies, andcampus partners to connect students with experiential learning andemployment opportunities while creating pathways to employment forR.I.S.E program participants.

FGCU is building a culture of curiosity, commitment andcollaboration. We value employees who successfully work with othersand drive positive change through critical thinking and decisiveaction. If you thrive in an environment of innovation,accountability and mutual respect, you will find a good homehere.

Job Description

Typical duties may include but are not limited to:

• Provides opportunities for career exploration and education,career advising and planning, the development of job search skillsand strategies, on-site job coaching, networking and interviewingskills, connection to internship and employment options, andfive-year follow-up.
• Oversees all internship placements and supervision ofinternships for R.I.S.E. program participants. Works with communityagencies to facilitate job placements for R.I.S.E programcompleters.
• Meets face to face, over the phone, and virtually with programparticipants to assist them in obtaining experiential learningopportunities and/or employment.
• Promotes employment of R.I.S.E. students on campus and in thecommunity. Serves as a liaison to employers and agencyrepresentatives and creates and maintains strong collaborativerelationships with participating and potential employers.
• Teaches courses related to professional career development,career seminars, and internships. Serves as instructor of recordfor SLS 1304 Career Exploration (2 credits), SLS 1350 EmployabilitySkills (2 credits), SLS 1320 Exploring Learning from Experience (2credits), SLS 1305 Professional Career Development (2 credits), SLS2930 Career Seminar (2 credits), and SLS 2940 Career Internship (2credits), totaling six credits for Fall semester and six creditsfor Spring semester.
• Educates students about access to internships and employmentopportunities, and help with career counseling for students
• Participates in administering policies and procedures tooptimize processes and ensure compliance.
• Collects and analyzes data and statistics related to careerdevelopment and internships of R.I.S.E with programs leaders andkey stakeholders.
• Conduct workshops, career events, and presentations.
• Attends assigned Florida Center for Students with UniqueAbilities (FCSUA) webinars and annual in-person meetings.

Other Duties:

• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Additional Job Description

Required Qualifications:

• Master's degree from an accredited institution in Education,Special Education or related field
• Two years of experience working with and teaching students withintellectual disabilities.
• Experience operating a personal computer and proficient withMicrosoft Office.
• Teaching certification or license in special education.
• Any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience,and/or certifications may be considered.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with students with intellectual disabilitiesin career development and transition.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Proven ability to think strategically and approach challengeswith creativity
• Demonstrated track record of reliability, meeting goals, andholding oneself accountable
• Strong interpersonal skills and experience working effectivelyacross teams
• Knowledge of policies, procedures, and regulations pertainingto the position.
• Skill in using logic and reasoning to identify the strengthsand weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approachsto problems.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communicationskills.
• Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attentionto detail.
• Strong organizational skills and an ability to prioritize andcomplete simultaneous projects within deadlines.
• Ability to work successfully as both a member of a team andindependently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to provide professional customer service.
• Ability to take initiative to plan, organize, coordinate, andperform work in various situations when numerous and competingdemands are involved.
• Ability to think critically and creatively, have a highstandard of integrity, and be motivated to incorporate bestpractices into the organizational structure.
• Ability to present to large groups.

Institutional Values & Behavioral Expectation

• Seek out new approaches to improve outcomes; remain open forfeedback and new ideas.
• Lead with integrity; consistently produce high-quality work;persevere to overcome obstacles to meet deadlines and achievedeliverables.
• Share information and insights thoughtfully; build partnershipsacross departments; communicate respectfully; support colleagues toachieve common goals.

Pay Grade 16

FGCU is a State University System of Florida member and an EqualOpportunity and Equal Access employer. All qualified applicantswill receive consideration for employment without regard to race,color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, orprotected veteran status.