Senior Career Navigator & Apprenticeship Coach

Stcam; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 83,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) matching

Generous time off

Sabbatical after five years

Job summary

Summer Search is seeking a Lead Career Navigator to supervise a team of Career Navigators and coordinate coaching, development, and program support for apprentices and their managers in partnership with Aon. This role requires 5-7+ years in workforce development, strong relationship-building, and solid project management skills.

The position is based in Chicago IL, in-office, with travel to regional offices as needed. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits accompany this exempt role.

Qualifications

• 5-7+ years of experience in workforce development or career advising.
• Strong relationship-building and communication skills across stakeholders.
• Demonstrated project management and organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, coach, and support a team of Career Navigators and collaborate with leadership.
• Provide professional development and training on mentoring, trauma-informed practice, and equity-centered workforce development.
• Travel to partner regional offices to support partners and staff.
• Conduct intake assessments with apprentices and managers to align goals and supports.
• Coordinate monthly professional development sessions and manage event logistics.

Skills

Workforce dev experience

Accountability

Teamwork

Project management

Critical consciousness

Tech skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Summer Search is seeking a Lead Career Navigator to supervise a team of Career Navigators and coordinate coaching, development, and program support for apprentices and their managers in partnership with Aon. This role requires 5-7+ years in workforce development, strong relationship-building, and solid project management skills.

The position is based in Chicago IL, in-office, with travel to regional offices as needed. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits accompany this exempt role.