College & Career Coach & Alumni Programs Lead

Urban Alliance; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 52,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

90% employer-paid individual healthcare coverage

403(b) retirement plan with 3% match

Paid time off between December 25 and January 1

18 days of PTO, 10 federal holidays, and 5 sick days

Job summary

A community support organization in Washington, DC, is seeking a College & Career Support Specialist to enhance alumni engagement and support young adults in their educational and career journeys. The role involves mentoring, event coordination, and collaboration with various stakeholders. The ideal candidate should have a background in education or social work and 2–4 years of experience with youth. A comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare coverage and retirement plans, is offered alongside a competitive salary between $52,000 and $61,000.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience working with high school or college-aged students in workforce development or education.
• Ability to engage diverse young people in interactive learning environments.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide coaching and workshops on resume writing and interview preparation.
• Plan and execute alumni-focused events and workshops.
• Build and maintain relationships with Urban Alliance alumni.

Skills

Relationship building

Mentoring

Event coordination

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in education, social work, youth development, or related field

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

A community support organization in Washington, DC, is seeking a College & Career Support Specialist to enhance alumni engagement and support young adults in their educational and career journeys. The role involves mentoring, event coordination, and collaboration with various stakeholders. The ideal candidate should have a background in education or social work and 2–4 years of experience with youth. A comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare coverage and retirement plans, is offered alongside a competitive salary between $52,000 and $61,000.