Career Services Support Specialist

ECPI University; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 59,457,000 - 77,366,000; Full time

Job summary

ECPI University in Virginia Beach is seeking a Career Services Support Specialist to coordinate career-related events, maintain job search resources, and provide direct support to students and alumni.

The role focuses on event planning, employer engagement, and data analysis to track employment outcomes and satisfaction, contributing to continuous improvement of career services on campus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Experience in career advising or recruitment preferred.
• Strong organizational and communication abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to organize events and workshops effectively.
• Ability to work collaboratively with students and faculty.
• Familiarity with employer hiring expectations.

Responsibilities

• Event Coordination: Assist in organizing career fairs, workshops, and employer information sessions to connect students with potential employers.
• Resource Management: Maintain career services platforms, such as Handshake, to post job opportunities and track student engagement.
• Student Assistance: Answer questions students may have regarding Career Services and assist those seeking employment while in school, including externships.
• Employer Engagement: Support the development and maintenance of relationships with local and regional employers to facilitate job placements and internships/externships.
• Data Analysis: Monitor and report on employment outcomes, student participation in career services, and satisfaction metrics to inform continuous improvement.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

MS Office

Event planning

Collaboration

Hiring expectations

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Good Faith Pay Range: In accordance with Virginia law, the good-faith hourly pay range for this position is $20.75-$27.00 per hour. Actual compensation will be determined based on the candidate's qualifications, education, experience, skills, and other legitimate business factors.

This position is based at our Virginia Beach, VA campus location.

Transform your Career at ECPI University

Since 1966, the dedicated employees at ECPI University have helped students achieve their goals via practical training and career-focused education with over 50 Associates, Bachelor's and Master's Programs. Our culture is to prioritize our students' success through the support of our dynamic team and industry focused curriculum.

Visit www.ecpi.edu/employment to learn more about how you can help people improve their lives through education.

The Career Services Support Specialist at ECPI University assists the Career Services team by coordinating career-related events, maintaining job search resources, and providing direct support to students and alumni.

Key Responsibilities

• Event Coordination: Assist in organizing career fairs, workshops, and employer information sessions to connect students with potential employers.
• Resource Management: Maintain career services platforms, such as Handshake, to post job opportunities and track student engagement.
• Student Assistance: Answer questions students may have regarding Career Services and assist those seeking employment while in school, including externships.
• Employer Engagement: Support the development and maintenance of relationships with local and regional employers to facilitate job placements and internships/externships.
• Data Analysis: Monitor and report on employment outcomes, student participation in career services, and satisfaction metrics to inform continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Education:
  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is preferred.
• Experience:
  • Prior experience in career advising or employee recruitment preferred
  • Skills:
    • Strong organizational and communication abilities.
    • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, other career services software a plus .
    • Ability to organize events and workshops effectively.
    • Ability to work collaboratively with students and faculty.
    • Familiarity with employer hiring expectations

Benefits Of Employment

ECPI University provides a comprehensive benefits program designed to help our faculty and staff stay healthy, feel supported, and maintain a work/life balance. To learn more about benefits at ECPI University, click HERE.

Committed to excellence and innovation, ECPI University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.