Part-Time Career Coach & Student Success Advocate

Passaic County Community College; Paterson (NJ); On-site; USD 27,552 - 31,684; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

New Jersey Sick Leave

Employee Assistance Program

Commuter Benefits: Free parking + pre‑

NJ Defined Contribution Retirement

Job summary

Passaic County Community College seeks a part-time Career Specialist to assist students with employment search strategies, tools, and skills, and to introduce them to career development resources both on campus and online. The role includes organizing workshops, advising students and alumni, and improving awareness of career opportunities.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree (master’s preferred) in education, counseling, or related fields, and prior experience in career development or

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred in education, counseling, or related discipline.
• Experience in career development, job placement, or HR recruiting/employment setting.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing, with strong interpersonal skills.
• Sensitivity to the needs of urban community college students.

Responsibilities

• Manage drop-in career services.
• Provide individual and group resume, cover letter and job search skills assistance for students and alumni.
• Conduct outreach to potential speakers and employers, organize and facilitate group workshops and special events designed to increase awareness of career opportunities.
• Provide career advisement presence on campus and virtually.
• Incorporate social media and career advisement strategies through virtual and on-line resources such as LinkedIn, Handshake and Focus 2.
• Maintain records and statistics on student success.
• Develop and implement career programming focused on specific trends in employment and/ or highlighting opportunities geared to specific majors.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Public speaking

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Job description

Passaic County Community College seeks a part-time Career Specialist to assist students with employment search strategies, tools, and skills, and to introduce them to career development resources both on campus and online. The role includes organizing workshops, advising students and alumni, and improving awareness of career opportunities.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree (master’s preferred) in education, counseling, or related fields, and prior experience in career development or