Career Pathways Architect: Education-to-Employment

Surry Community College; North Carolina; On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Surry Community College is seeking a Career Pathways Specialist to develop, coordinate, and implement career pathways for adult education students, guiding transitions to postsecondary education, credentials, and employment. This role leads IET initiatives, partners with local employers, and collaborates across college departments to improve workforce outcomes.

The Specialist will teach employability skills, coordinate with NCWorks and workforce partners, and monitor student progress and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field and relevant experience.
• Experience in adult education, workforce development, or related fields.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to build partnerships with employers and community organizations.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate planning, implementation, and evaluation of career pathways.
• Develop career pathway maps aligned with workforce needs.
• Collaborate with faculty and departments to expand opportunities.
• Assist in identifying new pathway opportunities based on labor market demand.
• Guide students through enrollment in IET pathways and postsecondary education.
• Track enrollment, credential attainment, and employment outcomes.
• Maintain partnerships with NCWorks and local workforce entities.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Partnership development

Education

Bachelor's degree in education, business, counseling, or a related field

Master’s degree in education, counseling, higher education, business, or a related field

Job description

Surry Community College is seeking a Career Pathways Specialist to develop, coordinate, and implement career pathways for adult education students, guiding transitions to postsecondary education, credentials, and employment. This role leads IET initiatives, partners with local employers, and collaborates across college departments to improve workforce outcomes.

The Specialist will teach employability skills, coordinate with NCWorks and workforce partners, and monitor student progress and