Grant-Funded Career Pathway Navigator Pool

Del Mar College - Corporate Services; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

Del Mar College is seeking a part-time, grant-funded Career Pathway Navigator to support student recruitment, assessment, mentoring, and employment readiness within the Adult Education program.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and experience coordinating adult education programs, with flexibility for evening hours and travel between campuses as needed.

Qualifications

• Two years coordinating adult education programs (ESL/ABE/GED) experience preferred.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Intermediate Word/Excel skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist in outreach and recruitment for the integrated career pathway program.
• Track attendance, behavior, and progress of students.
• Refer students to campus/community services and support networks.
• Build positive relationships with students and assist with persistence.
• Coordinate supportive services to aid academic success.
• Help students navigate admissions, financial aid, advising, and support.

Skills

Two years experience coordinating

Customer service

Excel knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Position Information

Posting Number PT3623

Job Title Grant-Funded Career Pathway Navigator Pool

Department Adult Education

Position Type Non-Exempt

Employment Status Part-Time

Salary $27.00 per hour

Open Date 08/06/2026

Close Date Open Until Filled No

Position Summary Information

Job Description Summary

The purpose of this position is to provide assistance in direct student recruiting, student assessing, student mentoring, and support grant students in gaining professional success to include assisting in placement and job retention.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the coordination and implementation of outreach and recruitment strategies for the integrated career pathway program.
• Track student attendance, behavior, and progress.
• Refer students to network of campus and community service providers.
• Establish positive and trusting relationships with students.
• Assist in the coordination and/or supportive services to support academic persistence and success.
• Connect students to college admission processes, including financial aid, academic advising, and academic and student support services.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Two (2) years of experience in coordinating adult education programs such as ESL, ABE, GED, or other basic skills training.
• Experience in supporting at-risk populations and managing multiple student support activities and coordinating referrals to community partners.

Required Job Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Position requires an efficient, detail oriented, self-starter with the ability to meet deadlines and work well with a minimal of supervision.
• Strong team orientation with good time management skills.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Intermediate level computer application skills including Word and Excel.
• Knowledge of instructional design, program planning and training environments helpful.
• Ability to focus and keep deadlines.
• Ability to problem solve.
• Ability to work occasional evening and weekend hours as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree in social services or education discipline.
• Experience with student recruiting and advising, workforce placement, or coordinating social services.
• Experience in providing case management supporting adults from recruitment and intake through certification and employment.
• Proficient knowledge of Excel, instructional design, program planning and training environments.
• Knowledge of state AEL (Adult Education Literacy) programs and policies and local public and non-profit support services.
• Ability to work independently or as a team member depending on situation.

Special Instructions to Applicants

This is a security-sensitive position. Employment resulting from this advertisement is subject to federal laws requiring verification of identity and authorization to work in the United States. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check and reference checks. The College reserves the right to cancel, extend, or otherwise modify recruitment actions. Del Mar College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Upon request, reasonable accommodations will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application process. Del Mar College supports veteran employment and provides consideration to qualified veterans consistent with Texas law. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Our Culture

Del Mar College is committed to fostering a culture aligned with The Viking Way, which emphasizes respect, integrity, collaboration, accountability, and a commitment to excellence. Employees are expected to contribute to a positive work environment by demonstrating professionalism, supporting colleagues and students, and engaging in continuous learning and development. In support of the College’s Strategic Plan 2024-2029, Guiding Star III: Cultivate, all employees are encouraged to actively participate in opportunities that promote personal and professional growth, advance a culture of belonging, and strengthen the College’s ability to serve its students and community.

Job Duties

Job Duty

Provide information on Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) targeted career and educational pathways.

Document student contact and maintain accurate files in accordance with FERPA guidelines.

Respond appropriately to requests and inquiries from participants, potential participants, affiliated organizations, other educational organizations, grant partners, etc. in a timely fashion.

Maintain student records and assist in completing and submitting grant reports.

Job Duty

Assures a professional environment is maintained at all times and serve as role model for grant students.

Facilitate student success by creating peer networks.

Foster student accountability, self-advocacy, self-awareness, and effective use of resources.

Provide opportunities for students and their families to attend social and cultural events on campus.

Solicit student feedback on and experience with career pathways program.

Assist grant participants as well as grant partners as necessary and appropriate.

Job Duty

Active outreach to potential community sources of candidates and potential employers.

Flexibility working in dynamic environments where immediate response may be important.

Ability to re-organize priorities.

Travel between campuses to work with students/instructors.

Flexibility in working evenings to accommodate student’s schedules.

Job Duty

Extensive case management and student guidance and advising.

Including assisting students with career research and planning.

Monitor and track student progress and meet with students regarding academic achievement.

Contributes to program success by developing, implementing and coordinating activities to support students in Adult Education, Developmental Education, and other at risk populations to transition to on-campus career pathways and assisting students in applying for a variety of technical program grants and financial support.

Job Duty

Aid staff in assuring quality delivery of scheduled grant classes (both credit and continuing professional development) by supporting instructors at assigned site or campus on a weekly basis.

Travel between campuses to work with students/instructors.

Flexibility in working evenings to accommodate student’s schedules.