Career Pathways Navigator

West Virginia Northern Community College; Weirton (WV); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid vacation and sick leave

Holiday pay

Life insurance

Job summary

West Virginia Northern Community College is seeking a Career Navigator/Coordinator to guide students toward relevant career paths and opportunities. You will connect students with internships, labor market data, and employer partners to translate education into employment outcomes.

The role involves collaboration with faculty, workforce boards, and community partners, plus maintaining records and supporting grant-driven reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field (Business, Education, Communications, HR, Workforce Development) preferred.
• Experience in student career services, workforce programs, or employment placement initiatives preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to engage diverse student populations and community partners.
• Ability to build partnerships with employers and workforce organizations.
• Experience tracking student progress and maintaining records; proficiency with data systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized career guidance on pathways, internships, apprenticeships, and employment opportunities.
• Educate students on regional labor market trends and in-demand occupations.
• Assist with career exploration, resume development, interview prep, and professional networking.
• Build and maintain partnerships with local employers, boards, chambers, and agencies.
• Coordinate internships, job shadowing, and experiential learning for students.
• Represent the college at workforce meetings and expand employment pathways for students.
• Maintain documentation of student interactions, outcomes, and placements using tracking systems.
• Monitor program activities and outcomes for grant reporting and compliance.
• Collaborate with faculty and student support staff to align career resources with programs.
• Support special initiatives related to student career readiness.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Partnership building

Organizational skills

Data tracking

Grant reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

West Virginia Northern Community College is seeking a Career Navigator/Coordinator to guide students toward relevant career paths and opportunities. You will connect students with internships, labor market data, and employer partners to translate education into employment outcomes.

The role involves collaboration with faculty, workforce boards, and community partners, plus maintaining records and supporting grant-driven reporting.