Career Success Coordinator

Training Tomorrow's Technicians to Become Skilled, Employable, and Essential ABOUT US - Big Changes, Better Benefits - Join us today! At Cotulla Education, home to the Aviation Institute of Maintenance, Centura College, Tidewater Tech, and American Lineman College, we are dedicated to transforming lives through hands-on, career-focused education. Our mission is to empower students to achieve their professional dreams in high-demand fields like aviation, healthcare, information technology, and skilled trades. With experienced faculty providing personalized support, our graduates emerge as future leaders ready to make a significant impact in their communities. Join us in shaping the careers of those who will build and maintain our world and embark on a transformative journey towards a fulfilling career. Location: Tidewater Tech Little Creek 2331 E Little Creek Rd, Norfolk, VA 23518 Schedule: Monday-Thursday 9am-6pm Friday 8:30am-4:30pm Compensation: up to $26.50/hour Are you passionate about student advocacy and career development? Do you enjoy building strong relationships with employers and students alike? About the Role The Career Success Coordinator helps students successfully transition from enrollment to graduation and into meaningful employment. This position supports students throughout the full student lifecycle by proactively driving certification completion, career readiness, and placement preparation. As a Career Success Coordinator, you will engage students early to build strong and consistent relationships, supporting them through certification and placement. Key Responsibilities Performance & Accountability Actively manage a student caseload and meet defined performance metrics, which may include: Retention and persistence Certification readiness and attainment Graduation progression Career readiness and placement-related leading indicators Contribute to a performance-driven culture focused on measurable student outcomes Student Engagement & Advocacy Serve as a consistent point of contact and career readiness advocate for assigned students, building trust, rapport, and accountability Proactively identify and address barriers to certification readiness and job placement Certification Support Partner with the education team and student success coordinators to monitor certification readiness and drive certification outcomes Career Readiness & Placement Preparation Introduce career readiness concepts early in the student journey, including resume development, professional behavior, and labor market awareness Support students and graduates with career planning, job search strategies, and interview preparation Coordinate with employer engagement and career services partners to prepare students for successful entry into the placement window Assist with job applications, documentation, and placement-related follow-up as assigned Data, Documentation & Compliance Accurately document all student interactions, engagement activities, outcomes, and supporting materials Participate in cohort tracking, G&E chart confirmation, and required audits, including weekly and monthly reporting tied to student success metrics Events, Programming & Collaboration Support, participate in and/or facilitate workshops, application stations, commencement, alumni events, career fairs, and certification readiness activities Other Duties Perform additional responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor, including onboarding and ongoing training related to student success systems, performance metrics, and operational processes Qualifications Education High School Diploma or GED Associate or bachelor's degree preferred Experience 1–2 years of experience in student services, career services, advising, workforce development, recruiting, or a related support role 1 year of related experience in a proprietary (for profit), post-secondary educational setting preferred Skills Strong problem-solving, organizational, and written and verbal communication skills with a student-centered approach Comfortable working in a metrics-driven environment with shared accountability Proficient with Microsoft Office and willing to learn new systems A positive, team-oriented approach and willingness to work outside regular business hours and travel locally or overnight as needed Benefits We are proud to offer a competitive compensation package that supports your personal and professional well-being. Full-time employees are eligible for the following benefits: 401(k) with company match Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance from day 1 of employment Life insurance options Paid parental leave Paid time off (PTO) to promote work-life balance Tuition reimbursement for continued education Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for personal and professional support We are committed to fostering a workplace that values integrity, growth, and student success. Cotulla Education is a proud equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We believe that a diverse workforce contributes to the success of our company and are dedicated to fostering a culture of respect, equity, and inclusion.