Lincoln Tech in Melrose Park, IL needs a results-driven people person who thrives in a fast-paced environment. If you've built a career in retail sales, call centers, auto sales, employer partnerships, client relationships, or higher education, this role was designed for you.
At Lincoln Tech, we train people for real careers in the trades. Our graduates are ready to work. Your role is to connect them with the opportunities they've earned. Schedule includes three early shifts and two late nights until 8pm.
What You'll Do:
- Build and manage a pipeline of employer relationships and job opportunities
- Coach students and graduates through their job search — from resume to offer
- Hit weekly and monthly placement targets that directly impact students' lives
- Run workshops, coordinate job fairs, and connect employers with our talent
- Work across departments to remove barriers and get graduates hired
What We're Looking For:
- Experience in sales, retail, restaurants, or any fast-paced service environment. Knowledge of skilled trades, transportation, or higher education is a plus.
- Able to manage multiple priorities without losing momentum
- A genuine belief in education and a desire to see people succeed
- Comfortable on the phone and in front of a room
- Metrics don't scare you — they motivate you
Why Lincoln Tech:
- Celebrating 80 years of educating students in the skilled trades, healthcare, and transportation industries.
- A culture that promotes from within — many of our leaders started right where you'd be starting
- Work that matters: every placement you make changes a graduate's trajectory
- A team that moves fast, supports each other, and celebrates wins
About this role:
This is a full-time, on-site role. You'll work directly with students, graduates, and employers at our Melrose Park Campus.
Full-Time Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- Life and Disability Insurance
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Paid Time Off and Holidays
- Growth Opportunities
About Us
For 80 years Lincoln Tech has been one of the nation's leading providers of career training in Healthcare, Automotive/Diesel, Skilled Trades, Information Technology.
Lincoln Tech is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
- Email: [email protected]
- Website: www.lincolntech.edu/careers
16-22214 — Career Services Advisor-13005
$57,000 per year
Skills Required
- High school diploma or equivalent
- At least 1 year of relevant experience in recruiting, career services, sales, or a related field
- Strong communication skills, including comfort speaking to groups and on the phone
- Relationship-building skills
- Organization and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ability to learn new technology platforms
- Goal-oriented approach with a track record of meeting performance targets
What We Do
Lincoln Tech is a nationally recognized leader in hands-on career training. Since 1946, our 22 campuses across 12 states have helped thousands of graduates launch successful careers in high-demand fields. We specialize in practical, skills-based education for industries including Automotive, Diesel, Healthcare, Information Technology, and Skilled Trades such as Welding, Computerized Manufacturing, HVAC, Electrical, and Electronics.
