Career Services Coordinator

Job TitleWe call it being a life changer, but you'll call it a job you love while helping others find the same. You'll have a hand in improving the lives of countless SCI students throughout Texas by working with impassioned educators and campus faculty in a collaborative, interactive environment to create an optimized environment for our students.ResponsibilitiesResponsibilities include:Building effective relationships with local and regional employers, non-profits, government organizations and community partners to identify employment opportunities for students and alumni;Developing and implementing plans and strategies to achieve graduate employment goals;Conducting site visits for the express purpose of enhancing existing relationships with employers / sites and establishing new partnership opportunities;Locating new employment sites, maintaining contact with employers, and coordinating placement activities (resume submittals, interviews, etc.). Documenting all employer relations activities in Student Administrative System;Maintaining a database of employment opportunities and resource library, including career guidance references, employment literature, and related information;Coordinating panel discussions with industry experts for student/graduate attendance;Attending industry-related networking events to build potential employer database;Planning and conducting meetings and/or workshops on job search topics for students and alumni;Coordinating and attending Job / Career Fairs; participating in campus and off-campus events, including graduation and marketing events;Actively maintaining an awareness of employment and industry trends and discussing research with Career Services and Education department as appropriate;Maintaining contact with graduates by generating follow-up calls, e-mails, texts, etc.RequirementsRequirements include:Bachelor's degree or Associate's degree and five years of related experience preferred;Minimum 2 years practical work experience required;Experience in career services preferred or employment background in any of the following: job placement at a vocational school, college, or university; staffing agency, recruiter; government sponsorship agency; or marketing/sales;Access to reliable transportation with ability and willingness to travel;Familiarity with the local job market.BenefitsBenefits include:Training & DevelopmentFun & Energetic, Family-Based EnvironmentContinuous Growth OpportunitiesMedical, Dental, & Vision OptionsHealth Savings & Flexible Spending Options (HSA & FSA)Basic Life & Accident InsuranceShort & Long-term Disability401K Retirement PlanSCI is an Equal Opportunity employerAbout Southern Careers InstituteSCI has been changing lives for over 60 years, now and we're just getting started. We offer certification-based training with programs in Medical, Business, Cosmetology, Skilled-Trades and Technology with campuses spanning across central and south Texas as well as online. Our students can graduate most of our programs in under one year and with real-world experience under their belt.Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.