Career Development Specialist- Avon Park

Tallahassee State College; United States; On-site; USD 37,080 - 45,320; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive State of Florida benefits

Tuition waiver for continuous learning

Free access to athletics and arts events

Job summary

Tallahassee State College is seeking a dedicated Career Development Specialist for a full-time, grant-funded position. This role is vital in supporting eligible participants through instructional programs designed for individuals in restrictive housing.

The ideal candidate will possess an Associate’s Degree or equivalent experience and have expertise in workforce development and social services. Salary is set at $41,200 annually, with additional benefits including retirement options, professional development opportunities, and free access to college events.

Qualifications

• Two years of professional experience in workforce development, social services, or corrections field.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and data entry.

Responsibilities

• Administer and interpret assessments.
• Deliver the 100-Hour Transition Skills Program curriculum.
• Maintain and provide documentation of services delivered.
• Report monthly attendance and program data.
• Assist with hiring events, mock interviews, and pre-release job search support.

Skills

Workforce Development

Social Services

Data Entry

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate’s Degree or High School Diploma

Job description

Job Overview

Join Our Team at Tallahassee State College (TSC). TSC, recently recognized as one of the Most Promising Places to Work in Community Colleges for 2025, is excited to announce a full‑time grant‑funded opening for the position of Career Development Specialist, Avon Park – Position 10023 with DOC – Institution.

What You’ll Do

As a Career Development Specialist, you’ll play a key role in providing services related to Compass 100 Hybrid and supplemental in‑cell assignments through cell‑front instruction for eligible participants who are in restrictive housing as directed by the Lead Educator.

Day‑to‑day responsibilities include:

• Administration and interpretation of assessments;
• Delivery of the 100‑Hour Transition Skills Program curriculum;
• Delivery of other programs as determined by the Department;
• Maintaining and providing documentation of services delivered;
• Reporting monthly attendance, program enrollments, and completions on the Department’s approved form DC5-149 “Correctional Daily Attendance Roster” (Attachment #2);
• Providing information pertaining to pre‑release connections of community providers and employers for inmate release planning services to facility release officers;
• Assisting the Pre‑Release Employment Navigators with hiring events, mock interviews, pre‑release job search, recruitment, and readiness portfolio development through face‑to‑face and technology‑based interactions.

Who We’re Looking For

• Associate’s Degree from an accredited college or university or a high school diploma.
• Two (2) years of professional experience in workforce development, social services, or corrections field.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and data entry.

Bonus Points

• Associate’s Degree and one year of experience in the social services or corrections field.

What We Offer

Annual Salary: $41,200.00

• Comprehensive State of Florida benefits, including retirement through the Florida Retirement System.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• Federally paid holidays recognized by the State of Florida.
• Tuition waiver for continuous learning.
• Free access to TSC athletics, fine arts, and performing arts events.

About Us

Established in 1966, Tallahassee State College is dedicated to providing high‑quality educational opportunities for students from Leon, Gadsden, and Wakulla counties, as well as from throughout the state, nation, and abroad. TSC offers a wide range of academic and workforce training programs, including associate degrees, bachelor’s degrees, and in‑demand certifications. Consistently ranked among the nation’s top colleges, our vision is to be recognized as the College of Choice for students seeking outstanding education.