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Job Title:  

Career Services Specialist

Job Requisition ID:

JR0000000005

Number of Openings:

0

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Compensation Details:

$45,301.59 ANNUALLY

Job Description:

POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT

POSITION: Career Services Specialist (North Metro Campus)

POSITION DESCRIPTION: Reporting to the Coordinator for Career Services, this position is responsible for assisting the career services staff in planning, organizing, and implementing career services activities for all campus locations via direct student contact.

MAJOR DUTIES:

CAREER SERVICES 

• Assists coordinator in participating in events to meet employers
• Notifies students and faculty of employment internship opportunities, career fairs, information on networking, and other career skills endeavors.
• Plan and execute general and program-specific career events 
• Collaborates on the development and enhancement of the department and career development software; integrates technology into daily operations, programs and presentations.
• Provides comprehensive career services to students for assigned campuses.
• Keeps job listings updated; receive and posts job listings from employers by phone and/or email. 
• Markets services to students and employers: updates brochures, produces flyers, emails to students regarding employment opportunities, career tips, etc.
• Provides career counseling and possible assessment with current, potential, and alumni students, these tasks may be conducted by phone, email, or in person. 
• Build and maintain relationships with employers and community partners 
• Critiques resumes and gives detailed feedback to students.
• Ability to create marketing materials for print and digital 
• Conducts workshops on job readiness skills
• Keeps student and employer database up-to-date

INTERPERSONAL ROLE

• Meets with co-workers and supervisors to develop and implement a comprehensive career services training.
• Attends college meetings as required.
• Attends training events and remains informed concerning program policies and procedures.
• Answers community inquiries from email and phone calls.

ADMINISTRATIVE

• Collects data and maintains records as required,
• Ensures the college remains in compliance with the obligations of any federal, state, and local programs.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate degree *and* Three (3) years of work experience in a related field.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in a closely related field of study is required, plus one year of relate work experience.
• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver’s license issued by the State of Georgia for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.

SALARY/BENEFITS: $45,301.59 annually. Benefits include paid holidays, annual leave, and the State of Georgia Flexible Benefits Program. Please be aware that Chattahoochee Tech employees will be paid by direct deposit, unless exempted by the State Accounting Office based on “hardship” evidence provided by the employee.

TELEWORK: This position is allowed to telework up to 60% per week; however, telework time may fluctuate weekly due to the nature of the work.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: APPLY ONLINE ONLY @ www.chattahoocheetech.edu and select “Quick Links” then “Jobs & Careers.” For a complete file, fill out an online application, upload cover letter, resume and include three professional references’ contact information on application. Before a candidate is hired, a pre-employment criminal background investigation, motor vehicle records check and employer/professional reference check will be conducted. Following screening, candidates may be asked to submit further documentation.

RESPONSE DEADLINE: Open until filled. Screening will begin immediately.

ANTICIPATED EMPLOYMENT DATE: August 2026

EMPLOYMENT POLICY: Chattahoochee Technical College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate degrees, diplomas, and certificates. Questions about the accreditation of Chattahoochee Technical College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).

As set forth in its student catalog, Chattahoochee Technical College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, genetic information, veteran status, or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law). The following person(s) has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Chattahoochee Technical College Title IX Coordinator, Shanequa “Nickkie” Warrington, Marietta Campus, 980 South Cobb Drive, Building C 1102B, Marietta, GA 30060, 770-975-4023, or SDWarrington@ChattahoocheeTech.edu, and Chattahoochee Technical College Section 504 Coordinator, Caitlin Barton, 5198 Ross Road, Building A1320, Acworth, GA 30102, (770) 975-4099, or Caitlin.Barton@chattahoocheetech.edu.

A Unit of the Technical College System of Georgia

Minimum Qualifications:

Associate degree in a related field *and* Three (3) years of work experience in a related field.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.
Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.