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Job Title:  

Full-Time Career Success Coach

Agency:

Atlanta Technical College

Job Requisition ID:

JR0000005857

Shift:

Any (United States of America)

Compensation Details:

$50,000 - $55,000 ANNUALLY

Job Description:

Atlanta Technical College (ATC) is seeking highly qualified applicants for its Full-Time Career Success Coach position in the Student Engagement Division.  This position is located at Atlanta Tech's Main campus just south of Downtown Atlanta.    

 

Under the general supervision of the Vice President of Student Engagement, the Full-Time Career Success Coach counsels and advises students in choosing a career path and securing employment upon graduation. The Full-Time Career Success Coach is highly collaborative, working with internal cross-functional ATC teams and external industry and community partners. This position provides an array of intentional, direct student development opportunities to compliment students’ academic journey in areas including but not limited to career planning, resume building, interviewing and negotiation skills and professional etiquette.

 

Duties and responsibilities will include, but may not be limited to, the following:

• Administer career assessments and interpret results to help students identify their strengths, interest and career goals while ensuring alignment with appropriate ATC programs and career pathways.

• Teach at least one section of the EMPL 1000 Employability Skills Course.

• Develop career-related training modules for deployment through an array of mediums such as Blackboard, student learning communities, virtual Webex/ Teams meetings, face-to-face workshops, etc.

• Implement and maintain intentional student engagement initiatives that support students throughout their academic and career journey.

• Document student engagements and career coaching notes accurately and consistently to ensure continuity of services and effective follow-up.

• Document career preparedness checklists for each student served, tracking progress and supporting successful achievement of post-graduation career goals.

• Provide cover letter and resume formatting guidance, mock interviewing sessions, and feedback, professional etiquette coaching and networking advice.

• Maintain current knowledge of local market trends, including regional employers and industries aligned with ATC programs, as well as the skills, education, and experience required or preferred for high-demand and growth occupations.

• Maintain current knowledge of employment pathways within regional companies, industries, and occupations, including key employers, hiring practices, application processes, and requirements for securing employment.

• Maintain current knowledge of transferable skills across industries and occupations to effectively advise students and alumni on career pathways and employment opportunities; and

• Performs additional duties, as assigned.

 

 

COMPETENCIES:

• Skill in operation of computers and job-related software programs

• Skill in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public

• Skill in test administration and interpretation

• Oral and written communication skills

• Decision making and problem-solving skills

• Organizational skills

• Knowledge of job readiness and job development procedures

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Must possess and demonstrate a Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university in a related field AND two (2) years of work-related experience.

 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Preference may be given to candidates who, in addition to meeting the minimum qualifications, possess and demonstrate a Master’s degree or higher from a regionally accredited college or university AND three (3) or more years of work-related experience providing career coaching or counseling and/or as a Human Resources recruiter, Benefits Coordinator or other Human Resources profession in a post-secondary environment.

 

*** May be required to work at other locations and other locations within the community. ***

                                   

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BACKGROUND SCREENINGS ARE CONDUCTED PRIOR TO SCREENING.

 

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail.  All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for the next steps in the selection process.

 

 

This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.

 

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:

 

As set forth in its student catalog, Atlanta Technical College does not discriminate based on race, color, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, veteran status, or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law). For further information regarding these laws (Title VI and IX) contact Tracye Paggett, Director of Student Services, Special Needs and Equity, Academic and Student Affairs Division, Atlanta Technical College, Cleveland Dennard Center, Suite C1111, 404.225.4446. Email: tpaggett@atlantatech.edu . To request reasonable accommodations upon enrollment (Section 504/ADA), contact Tracye Paggett, Director of Student Services, Special Needs and Equity, Atlanta Technical College, Academic and Student Affairs Division, Cleveland Dennard Building, Suite C1111, 404.225.4446. Email: tpaggett@atlantatech.edu . Faculty and staff with questions about equity or reasonable accommodation should contact Georgina Dumay, Director, Human Resources, Cleveland Dennard Building, Suite 180A, Atlanta Technical College 1560 Metropolitan Pkwy. SW, Atlanta Georgia 30310. gdumay@atlantatech.edu .

Do not send résumés to any of the email addressed above, they will not be opened or reviewed.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in a related field and Two (2) years of related work experience.

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.