This is a part-time hourly position.
SPECIFIC FUNCTIONS: The part-time Career Specialist will:
- Manage drop-in career services.
- Provide individual and group assistance with resume, cover letter and job search skills preparation 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.
REQUIRED SKILLS, EXPERIENCE AND BACKGROUND:
- Bachelor’s degree required. Master's degree preferred.
- Previous experience in career development, job placement and/or Human Resources Recruiting /Employment setting.
- Sensitivity to the needs of the student population of an urban community college.
- Ability to communicate effectively verbally, in writing and interpersonally.
- Computer literate, proficient in the use of on-line and social media communications.
- Must be able to work one evening per week and occasional Saturdays.
Compensation: Compensation is determined by a variety of criteria, including but not limited to, previous relevant experience, education level, and certifications. The hourly pay range for this position is $23-$25.
Benefits:
- New Jersey Sick Leave: Earn 1 hour of sick leave for every 30 hours worked with a maximum of 40 hours of leave per benefit year. (Eligible to use after successful completion of probationary period.)
- Employee Assistance Program provides free, confidential, limited counseling services, work-life assistance, legal and financial guidance.
- Commuter Benefits: Free parking access is provided on site. An optional Transit Pre-Tax Plan is available which allows employees to use pre-tax dollars to purchase eligible transit expenses.
- NJ Defined Contribution Retirement Program provides eligible members with a tax-sheltered, defined contribution retirement benefit, along with life insurance and long-term disability coverage. (Must meet eligibility requirements.)
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree
- Master’s degree
- Previous experience in career development, job placement, human resources recruiting, or an employment setting
- Sensitivity to the needs of students in an urban community college
- Effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
- Computer literacy and proficiency with online and social media communications
- Ability to work one evening per week and occasional Saturdays
- Successful completion of a background check
What We Do
Since its beginnings in the 1970s, Passaic County Community College has maintained its commitment to offer students the opportunity for a quality education at an affordable tuition. Today, PCCC operates four campus locations throughout Passaic County, each equipped with state-of-the-art facilities. PCCC offers over 60 degree and career programs and an award-winning faculty, as well as continuing education and community-based programs. The College has also been the recipient of significant federal grant awards to fund enhanced learning and employment opportunities for its students and the businesses and residents of Passaic County. One of the most diverse colleges in the state, PCCC enrolls over 13,000 students in both traditional and online programs. The College offers a rich multi-cultural environment, vibrant extracurricular life, and supportive academic and advisement network to encourage student success. PCCC maintains articulation agreements with numerous four-year colleges and universities, assuring a smooth transfer process for students who plan to continue their studies at the baccalaureate level and beyond. An education at PCCC provides students with individual attention, a friendly atmosphere, and a holistic learning experience that respects the whole person. PCCC is proud to be an Achieving the Dream (ATD) community college and to be named a 2014 Leader College by ATD.
