Career Development Coach

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ActivateWork

Career Development Coach

Denver, CO
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    POSITION SUMMARY

    ActivateWork is seeking a Career Development Coach to join our Learner Success team. This hybrid role combines coaching, instruction, and cohort management to ensure learners succeed both during training and in their job search after graduation. Career Development Coaches are responsible for delivering professional development curriculum, managing the learner experience throughout each cohort, and providing one-on-one and group coaching support post-program.

    Each Career Development Coach owns a cohort's experience from start to finish, coordinating the schedule and classroom experience in collaboration with other Career Development Coaches and technical instructors. The role is critical to ensuring learners are successful not only through their course but also in their job search and career(s).

    This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about workforce development, skilled in facilitation and coaching, and energized by helping individuals achieve life-changing career outcomes.

    KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

    Instruction & Curriculum Delivery (30%)

    • Facilitate engaging classroom sessions on key professional and durable skills, including communication, time management, growth mindset, and workplace readiness.
    • Deliver lessons in alignment with ActivateWork's instructional calendar and curriculum.
    • Collaborate with peer coaches to divide and schedule lesson delivery across the 14-week curriculum cycle.
    • Co-develop lesson plans and contribute to curriculum iteration based on learner needs, employer and team feedback, and broader industry trends.
    • Support learners who need additional instructional or coaching support through one-on-one or small-group follow-up.

    Cohort Management (20%)

    • Serve as the main point of contact for an assigned cohort during the training program.
    • Coordinate scheduling of instruction and classroom activities with other coaches, ActivateWork team members, and external guests.
    • Track and follow up on learner attendance, classroom engagement, and adherence to program policies.
    • Coordinate and support in-cycle activities, including mock interviews, employer panels, networking events, and community-building initiatives.
    • Manage learner communication, including classroom announcements, weekly updates, and ongoing engagement strategies as required.

    Career Coaching & Alumni Support (50%)

    • Maintain supportive, strengths-based relationships with learners, beginning during training and extending up to 12 months post-graduation.
    • Guide learners through resume development, interview preparation, job search strategies, and employer engagement.
    • Conduct regular check-ins and job search coaching sessions post-graduation.
    • Document learner progress and interactions in Salesforce and other internal systems.
    • Track and report on learner job attainment, employment milestones, and retention metrics.
    • Support the alumni program through event participation, job search intensives, and community connection opportunities.
    • Provide individualized support to learners as they transition into new roles, offering guidance and proactive check-ins to promote long-term job retention.

    DESIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

    • Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience in coaching, adult education, or workforce development.
    • 3+ years of experience in career coaching, adult instruction, workforce development, or related field.
    • Experience facilitating adult learning in group or classroom settings, preferably focused on career readiness or durable skills.
    • Understanding of trauma-informed coaching, growth mindset, and motivational interviewing practices is highly desirable.
    • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
    • Organized, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
    • Comfort with tools such as Salesforce, Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and learning management systems (LMS).
    • Commitment to ActivateWork's mission of increasing economic mobility through access to high-quality training and employment pathways.

    COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

    • Starting salary (Colorado pay transparency): $75,000 annually.
    • ActivateWork does not offer a group medical plan; instead, we provide an employer-funded HRA that reimburses employees (tax-free) for individual health insurance premiums and eligible medical expenses, giving you the flexibility to choose the plan that fits your needs.
    • Dental insurance
    • Simple IRA with employer match
    • Generous PTO and paid holidays
    • Professional development stipend
    • Hybrid work environment (Denver-based)

    Equal Opportunity Employer

    ActivateWork is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants regardless of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status. We are proud to be a mission-driven, people-first workplace and encourage candidates with nontraditional backgrounds to apply.