Military Career Transition Coach

Choctaw Defense Services, Inc.; Fort Bragg (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Choctaw Defense Services, Inc. is seeking a Transition Counselor to guide Service Members and their families through TAP.

You will provide individualized career counseling, help develop ITPS, and deliver workshops and briefings on federal and private‑sector opportunities. The role emphasizes collaboration with military leadership, employers, and community partners, maintaining records, and evaluating program impact to improve service delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is required in a related field.
• Minimum of two years of experience in career counseling, education, or a related field.
• Candidates without military experience must have at least four years of experience in career counseling.
• U.S. Citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a NAC clearance.
• Knowledge of federal and private-sector hiring practices, job market trends, and résumé development.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including group facilitation and needs assessment.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized career counseling to help Service Members establish transition goals and develop actionable strategies.
• Deliver transition briefings covering available services and eligibility requirements for transition benefits.
• Coordinate career fairs, workshops, and employer engagement activities to expand opportunities.
• Maintain accurate documentation of counseling sessions, workshops, and program activities.
• Evaluate program effectiveness through data collection, participant feedback, and performance metrics.

Skills

Career counseling

Communication

Workshop facilitation

Program evaluation

Interpersonal skills

Regulatory compliance

Team leadership

Equal employment opportunity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in training and development, HR management, counseling, or related field

Master’s degree in training and development, HR management, counseling, or related field

Job description

Choctaw Defense Services, Inc. is seeking a Transition Counselor to guide Service Members and their families through TAP.

You will provide individualized career counseling, help develop ITPS, and deliver workshops and briefings on federal and private‑sector opportunities. The role emphasizes collaboration with military leadership, employers, and community partners, maintaining records, and evaluating program impact to improve service delivery.