Career Services Coordinator

Career Services Coordinator $21 - $25 per hour | Lakewood, CA | On-site | Permanent We are a growing career-focused educational institution dedicated to helping students build meaningful careers through hands-on training, externship opportunities, and employer partnerships. A bit about us: We are a growing career-focused educational institution dedicated to helping students build meaningful careers through hands-on training, externship opportunities, and employer partnerships. Our team is passionate about student success and committed to supporting learners from enrollment through graduation and career placement. We are seeking a driven and relationship-oriented Career Services Coordinator to help students and graduates achieve their professional goals while building strong partnerships with employers and externship sites throughout Southern California. Why join us? Competitive hourly pay: $21.00 - $25.00/hour Comprehensive benefits package including: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Retirement Plan Paid Time Off AFLAC Coverage Opportunity to make a direct impact on students' lives and career outcomes Dynamic, mission-driven environment Collaborative campus culture Opportunity to build strong relationships with employers and healthcare professionals throughout the community Job Details Position: Career Services Coordinator Location: Lakewood, CA (On Campus) Schedule: Full-Time Position Summary The Career Services Coordinator plays a vital role in supporting students and graduates through career development, job placement, externship coordination, employer relations, and professional licensing support. This role serves as a key liaison between students, faculty, employers, clinical partners, and campus leadership to ensure successful career outcomes. Key Responsibilities Career Development & Job Placement Provide career coaching and job search assistance to students and alumni. Assist with resume development, interviewing techniques, and employment preparation. Conduct mock interviews and career readiness workshops. Maintain accurate placement records and employment documentation. Track graduate employment outcomes and prepare placement reports. Deliver presentations on labor market trends, hiring practices, and career development topics. Employer Relations & Business Development Develop and maintain relationships with employers, clinical sites, and industry partners. Identify new externship and employment opportunities for students and graduates. Conduct employer outreach through site visits, phone calls, email campaigns, and networking efforts. Maintain employer databases and placement resources. Coordinate career fairs, employer recruitment events, and campus hiring activities. Promote graduate talent to prospective employers and hiring partners. Externship Coordination Coordinate student externship placements and onboarding requirements. Conduct externship orientations and secure required documentation. Collaborate with clinical and employer sites regarding schedules, start dates, and site requirements. Monitor student progress and maintain communication with externship partners. Track student hours and ensure compliance with program requirements. Conduct site visits and maintain strong relationships with partner organizations. Assist in resolving student or site concerns as needed. Student Support & Compliance Support students through professional licensing and certification processes. Maintain current knowledge of industry licensing requirements and regulatory standards. Ensure compliance with institutional policies and procedures. Participate in workshops, training sessions, and professional development opportunities. Assist with advisory board activities and community partnership development. Perform additional duties as assigned. Qualifications Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal and relationship-building abilities. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook). Experience in career services, job placement, workforce development, student services, recruiting, staffing, admissions, or business development preferred. Experience working with vocational, career, technical, allied health, or post-secondary educational programs is highly preferred. Associate degree preferred. Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required. Ability to travel locally throughout Southern California for employer and externship site visits. Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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