Construction Career Navigator - Guide Students to Jobs

ADULT EDUCATION; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Harris County Department of Education ADULT EDUCATION in Houston, Texas seeks a Career Navigator (AEFLA Core) to assist adult education students in career transition into construction-related roles. The role includes coaching on resumes, cover letters, interviews, networking, and job-search strategies, plus building employer partnerships.

The position emphasizes outreach to secure opportunities and track student employment and post-secondary outcomes for up to a year after exit.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Three years’ experience in recruiting or career advising.
• Bilingual skills desired; strong written and verbal communications.

Responsibilities

• Meet CF Construction students to determine career interests and provide guidance.
• Assist during registration/orientation; explain career pathways and services.
• Coordinate with workforce centers to provide job search resources and training.
• Liaise with employers and educators to optimize career services.
• Represent adult education to build employer partnerships and wrap-around services.
• Follow up on employment and post-secondary outcomes for exited students.

Skills

Bilingual skills desired

Written communication

Verbal communication

Organizational skills

Computer skills

Public relations

Diversity and inclusion

Knowledge of local programs

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Harris County Department of Education ADULT EDUCATION in Houston, Texas seeks a Career Navigator (AEFLA Core) to assist adult education students in career transition into construction-related roles. The role includes coaching on resumes, cover letters, interviews, networking, and job-search strategies, plus building employer partnerships.

The position emphasizes outreach to secure opportunities and track student employment and post-secondary outcomes for up to a year after exit.