Career Readiness Coordinator

Connecticut State Community College

Norwalk (CT)

On-site

USD 57,000 - 70,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Generous leave policies

Comprehensive health insurance options

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Connecticut State Community College (CT State) invites applications for the Career Readiness Coordinator role based at CT State Norwalk. The coordinator works with the Director of Career Services to create career-related opportunities for students through internships and jobs, connecting academics with practical work experience in their chosen fields.

Responsibilities include developing employer partnerships, promoting career programs, and guiding students on employment and skill-building while

Qualifications

Job placement or recruiting.
Career advising or counseling.
Experience in a college/university setting.
Ability to work effectively with diverse backgrounds, including individuals with disabilities.
Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams).

Responsibilities

Development of employment opportunities.
Marketing the College’s career programs to employers, students, and faculty.
Guiding students on career-related employment and skill-building.
Attendance and participation at convocation and commencement ceremonies.
Participation on committees and task forces and attendance at meetings, including evenings and weekends.

Skills

Job placement

Career counseling

College experience

Diversity awareness

Interpersonal communication

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Job description

About CT State

Connecticut State Community College (CT State) was launched on July 1, 2023, through the consolidation of Connecticut’s 12 community colleges. With campuses and satellite locations statewide, CT State serves all 169 towns and neighboring states. As the largest community college in New England, CT State is committed to providing high-quality, affordable, and accessible education that supports students’ academic, career, and personal success.

For more information about CT State Community College and the campus please visit Home - CT State

Position Details

Posted: August 6, 2026

Level: Community College Professional 16, 12-month, Special Appointment

Employment Type: Temporary position, non-tenure track position (Grant-Funded)

Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week

Anticipated Start Date: November 2026

Work Location: CT State Norwalk (188 Richards Avenue, Norwalk, CT 06854)

Work Modality: On site; Position is not remote

Closing Date: Open until filled, with priority consideration given to applicants who submit materials by Wednesday, September 2, 2026.

Position Summary

CT State Community College system offers two-year liberal arts degree programs in an open enrollment environment and also offers a broad range of career, occupational and technical certificate programs in order to meet the varied learning needs of the populations served. These programs emphasize the linkage between academic studies and practical career application.

The Career Readiness Coordinator collaborates with the Director of Career Services in developing career-related job opportunities among area employers for the students of a Community College. The Coordinator also assists in development, administration and marketing of programs which integrate students’ academic studies with practical work experience in their career fields. These programs may encompass such areas as cooperative education, career services, and special grant-funded programs.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Director of Cooperative Education or Career Services or other administrator, the

Career Readiness Coordinator is accountable for promoting and obtaining the participation of employers in programs for placement of the College’s students in career-related internships and jobs to provide students with experience and permanent employment through effective performance in these essential duties:

Key responsibilities include:

Development of employment opportunities
Marketing the College’s career programs to employers, students, and faculty
Guiding students on career-related employment and skill-building

Additional responsibilities include:

Attendance and participation at convocation and commencement ceremonies
Service on assigned committees and task forces
Attendance and participation at committee, staff, informational and professional meetings which may occur during evenings and weekends

This posting outlines qualifications, experience, and skills but is not limited to the full specifications in the official job description.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in an appropriately relevant field with two (2) or more years of experience applying those disciplines in a field related to career development, placement, education administration, or business; or a combination of education, training and experience that would lead to the competencies required for successful performance of the position’s essential duties

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Job placement or recruiting
Career advising or counseling
Experience in a college/university setting
Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds, including individuals with disabilities
Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams)

Preferred Qualifications

Two (2) or more years of experience developing new business opportunities and building and maintaining employer relationships
Experience with career services and recruiting software platforms (e.g., Handshake, Symplicity, 12twenty, or similar platforms)
Demonstrated experience developing and implementing marketing, outreach, and social media strategies
Two (2) or more years of experience managing internship, cooperative education, or other experiential learning programs

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