Moraine Valley Community College Hiring for Job Resource Specialist (Full-time, Grant-funded) at Main Campus Full Time

Job Resource Specialist (Full-time, Grant-funded)

Department:

Job Resource Center

Work Location:

Main Campus

Duties:

Under the supervision of the Director of the Job Resource Center, the Job Resource Specialist prepares and connects students, alumni, and community job seekers for the world of work. The Job Resource Specialist provides awareness of occupations in which women or men comprise less than 25 percent of the workforce through the Non-Traditional Career Program, as well as assists in the coordination of experiential learning programs.

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following.
Provide in-person and virtual appointments, presentations and events to students, alumni, community members and employers.

• Teach job seekers how to tailor resumes and cover letters to match requirements and qualifications of job postings.
• Proofread, correct, edit cover letters, resumes and other job search materials.
• Provide career and job search assistance to a diverse community, student, and alumni population (e.g., job search strategies, interview preparation, professional marketing & branding, dressing for success, professionalism in the workplace and networking tips).
• Coordinate aspects of experiential learning programs (including orientations, professional development and evaluations).
• Promote awareness of Non-Traditional Careers to students through technology, programs, outreach, and career related services and events.
• Plan, market, promote and assess events, programs, and initiatives.
• Track and document recruitment, retention, completion, and GPA of students served.
• Implement career related professional development, informational and recruiting events that connect employers with students, alumni, community job seekers.
• Prepare reports, evaluations, surveys and provide data analysis to demonstrate optimal effectiveness, strategic impact, and departmental success.
• Work with, supervise, and mentor student employees, as well as interns.

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• Minimum of (1) year of experience advising or coaching in the areas of job, career, employment, workforce, or vocational development required.

Please be sure to provide a tailored resume and cover letter that demonstrates how your experiences and abilities match requirements and qualifications of this position.Qualifications:

• Must be able to teach job seekers how to tailor resumes and cover letters to match requirements and qualifications of job postings.
• Desire to develop competencies to serve diverse and underrepresented populations.
• Service-oriented with high emotional intelligence, critical thinking skills, good judgement, and interpersonal abilities.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with ability to present information to various audiences of all sizes via in-person or virtual platforms.
• Strong computer literacy. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to utilize career management software (CRM)
• Ability to collect, read and interpret data.
• Strong organizational skills; must be able to meet deadlines, manage time effectively, and operate in a team-oriented environment.
• Capability to work in teams, independently and be a self-starter is a must.
• Experience in virtual communication tools and familiarity with the professional use of social media.
• A desire to foster equity and inclusion in department and throughout the college.

Position Status:

Full Time

Hours:

Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 5:15 pm
Some evening hours are required. Occasional weekend events.

Minimum Starting Rate:

$47,000

Hourly/Salary:

Salaried

Review of Applications Begins:

08/18/2023

Posting Number:

AP00450P

Open Date:

08/09/2023

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please be sure to provide a tailored resume and cover letter that demonstrates how your experiences and abilities match requirements and qualifications of the position.

Please apply online with required documents prior to review date. For information, contact [email protected] or 708-974-5704.