Job Description

CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION (CTE) – CAREER DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST (PART-TIME)

JOB DETAILS Posted: January 22, 2021 Level: Temporary Part-time Educational Assistant Hours: Part-time 17 hours per week Job Posting: NCC 21-01 PC#: TBD Closing Date: The committee will begin review of applications immediately. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, with materials submitted MONDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 2021 receiving priority consideration.

LOCATION Norwalk Community College 188 Richards Avenue, Norwalk, CT  06854 Currently this position is both on-ground and online as we continue to face the challenges of COVID, in the future, without COVID concerns, the schedule will be on ground.

ANTICPATED STARTING DATE:  Spring 2021

POSITION SUMMARY

The Career & Technical Education (CTE) - Career Development Specialist performs a full range of career advising and administrative tasks in support of the Center for Career Development and Experiential Learning at Norwalk community College. The CTE Career Development Specialist will help students develop career readiness skills and expose students who are non-declared or general studies majors to non-traditional careers through multiple events involving faculty, alumni and representatives from business and industry. In addition, the position will support the development of industry partnerships, track hiring trends, manage and publicize job opportunities through online job board, social media, and emails, and assist with managing the Center’s website.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s degree in Counseling, Business, Human Resources, or an appropriately related field with one (1) or more years of experience in either career services or related field.

THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES IN THE FOLLOWING:

• Career advising and/or Counseling.
• Job placement or recruiting skills.
• Employer Outreach with proven ability to network and form productive professional relationships.
• Experience with Information technology such as Microsoft Office including Teams, WebEx, Zoom and Career Services Management Software.
• Social Media (Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter).
• Effective oral and written communication skills.

SUBSTITUTION ALLOWED Applicant who do not meet the minimum qualifications as stated are encouraged to put in writing precisely how their background and experience have prepared them for the responsibilities of this position and by providing appropriate references.  Exceptions to the degree requirements may be made for compelling reasons.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in online marketing (Constant Contact) and website management.
• Demonstrated event planning or coordination experience.
• Proficiency in Career Services Management Software with special consideration for working knowledge of the Symplicity system.

EXAMPLE OF JOB DUTIES Under the direction of the Director of the Center for Career Development & Experiential Learning or other administrator, the Career & Technical Education (CTE) - Career Development Specialist is accountable for assisting with an array of services including preparing students for employment opportunities, building and expanding relationships with employers across several industry verticals, and cultivating dynamic career networks and meaningful connections for students with alumni and employers, leading to advancement in internship and job opportunities.

The CTE Career Development Specialist must be flexible and available to work on occasional evenings with adjustment made to their schedule to stay within the maximum 17hrs/week schedule.

STARTING SALARY $32.14 hourly

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS To apply you must submit a cover letter and resume via the NCC Careers Portal at HTTPS://NORWALK.EDU/HR/EMPLOYMENT/

Incomplete applications or those submitted after the closing date will not be considered and links to other sources to view resumes are not acceptable.

All employment, if offered, is contingent upon proof of citizenship or employability under the requirement of the Immigration and Control Act (IRCA) and the successful passing of a background check.  CSCU is committed to providing a safe campus community. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check and, when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.

CONTINUING NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION CSCU does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, age, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, marital status, ancestry, present or past history of mental disorder, learning disability or physical disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or criminal record. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:  Nicholas D'Agostino Manager of Affirmative Action, Diversity, and Inclusion Ndagostino@commnet.edu

CSCU IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER, M/F

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