Career Development Transfer Coordinator

Title: Career Development Transfer Coordinator This is a grant funded position until September 30, 2028.
Department: Career Development/Title III Reimagining Project Number of Positions: 1 Classification: 2 Position #: 101200 Type of Appointment: Full-Time FLSA Status: Exempt Pay Rate: $46,690 - $57,780.
00/per year.
Pay will be determined based on related work experience above required.
To be considered in determining pay, all related work experience must be listed on the application.
Required Documents Needed to Upload at Time of Application: Resume, transcripts and three professional references.
Reference check requirements: · Supervisory roles: two (2) current or former supervisors and one (1) current or former direct report · Personal references (friends, clergy, customers, relatives) are not considered acceptable references.
Position Summary: The Pellissippi State Community College's Career Development Transfer Coordinator is responsible for leading and coordinating initiatives that aim to achieve the college's strategic objectives to enhance career development and university transfers.
The main goal is to ensure that students have a seamless transition from PSCC to further academic or professional pursuits as part of the Title III Grant objectives.
Report to the Director of Career Development Director and work with the Title III Project Director to align Career Development with educational programming and workforce demand.
The coordinator will provide individualized advice and support to students regarding potential career and transfer pathways through assessment and coordination with Transfer Hub staff.
Develop and implement work-based learning opportunities such as internships, job shadowing, employment skills workshops and training, and informational sessions about diverse professions and industries.
Research and plan industry-recognized credential prep and certification/badging opportunities to align with the College’s Reimagining Community College goals and Guided Pathway work.
Essential Functions: 30% Career Exploration: Offer individualized advice to students about potential career paths based on comprehensive services, including analysis of YouScience career assessments.
Facilitate workshops and other career awareness activities on diverse professions, exposing students to a range of industries and roles.
Foster a culture of career exploration, aiding students in understanding the alignment between their studies and potential career trajectories.
Work closely with Academic and Student Affairs staff to implement the Career Mentor component of the Student Success Teams, including recruitment and training of Career Mentors 30% Transfer Assistance and Enhancement: Drive initiatives that actively elevate PSCC’s transfer rate.
Work with Transfer Hub, Career Development staff, and other College departments to coordinate transfer fairs and build partnerships with four-year institutions to create seamless pathways for students.
15% Work-Based Learning (WBL) Cultivation: Develop and maintain a continuum of WBL opportunities, ensuring students gain practical industry experience through workplace tours, guest speakers, career fairs, career training and mentoring, and other employer engagement opportunities.
Collaborate with local businesses and industries to create internships, apprenticeships, and job-shadowing opportunities.
15% Credentialing & Certification Guidance: Works with Director of Career Development to develop employability-related industry-recognized credential opportunities that are relevant to educational and industry pathways based on demand from workforce partners.
Assist students in recognizing and pursuing relevant industry credentials that boost their employability.
Offer information/prep sessions on the importance of certification in specific industries, creating a roadmap for students.
10% Data Collection, Monitoring & Reporting: Work closely with the Title III Project Director and Student Experience Data manager to monitor and report on transfer rates, WBL participation, and students’ career transitions.
Regularly assess the efficacy of career, transfer, and WBL services, refining strategies based on student feedback and changing industry requirements.
5% Resource & Partnership Development Use the College’s tools and programs (i.
e.
, Cynaptx, YouScience, and Navigate) to establish a repository of career, transfer, and credentialing resources accessible to students.
Engage with academic departments, industry experts, and other colleges to fortify career, transfer, and WBL opportunities and organizational tools.
5% Administration: The incumbent will submit monthly reports to the Director of Career Development and Project Director detailing progress toward Title III grant deliverables.
Serve on College committees as assigned; participate in relevant professional organizations and professional development activities that enhance the College mission.
Some travel related to job duties across Knox and Blount counties, the east TN region, and the state.
Other duties as assigned.
Note: The College reserves the right to change or reassign job duties, or combine positions at any time.
Key Results Areas: Maintain awareness of job market trends, transfer requirements, and evolving certifications.
Foster strong relationships with students to guide academic and career choices.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external partners proactively.
Increased transfer rates of PSCC students to four-year institutions.
Growth in the number of students participating in WBL opportunities, leading to enhanced employment prospects.
Elevated student engagement in career exploration activities, ensuring informed academic and professional choices.
Increased industry credentialing among students to better position them for the job market.
Job Requirements: Bachelor’s degree required.
Experience in career development, Career and Technical Education, Workforce Development, academic advising, or transfer coordination within the context of higher education.
Four years of experience in Higher Education, Career and Technical Education, or Workforce Development.
Part-time work experience is calculated at 50% credit of full-time work experience.
Skills/Abilities: Experience in career development, Career and Technical Education, Workforce Development, academic advising, or transfer coordination within the context of higher education.
Strong networking abilities within the academic and local industry communities.
Familiarity with state or federal grant programs.
Ability to establish and maintain effective interpersonal relationships with diverse faculty, staff, and students.
Possesses a high degree of attention to detail.
Demonstrates strong presentation skills.
Excellent communication skills Ability to see the big picture, prioritize tasks, and understand the impact of actions.
Strong ability to coordinate and plan events.
Strong problem-solving skills Ability to meet deadlines.
Ability to work independently.
Able to engage in the college’s mission and values.
Complexity & Creativity: The Title III grant outlines specific strategies, activities, milestones, and deliverables.
However, the grant does not provide a step-by-step procedure for accomplishing the required outcomes, milestones, and deliverables.
Working within the college's policies and procedures and state and federal guidelines, the Career Development/Transfer Coordinator must use creative “outside the box” thinking to develop the best strategy to achieve the grant's goals.
The capability of not being hindered by implied limitations can be immensely valuable.
Additionally, it is essential to avoid spelling, grammar, and punctuation errors in written communication.
This role requires adaptability, problem-solving, attention to detail, and an understanding of the institutional and departmental mission.
Magnitude of Impact: Decisions could impact the success of completing the strategies, activities, milestones, and deliverables of the Title III Grant (specifically, the successful expansion of Activity II initiatives), which could, in turn, affect the college’s goals in receiving other grant-funded opportunities.
The position requires collaboration with different areas of the college, including Stay Strong Center, Advising, New Student Orientation, Academic Affairs, and the Transfer Hub.
Responsibility for Accuracy: Prompt communication of changes is crucial to avoid communication errors.
Not being aware of changes can lead to misunderstandings, delays, and even loss of business.
By disseminating information in a timely manner, employees can prevent errors and maintain positive relationships with clients and colleagues.
Financial Impact: There are both financial and non-financial consequences to consider, such as the possibility of losing grant funding if objectives are not achieved or resources are not managed properly.
However, it is important to note that the Career Coordinator's primary focus will be on programmatic tasks related to student recruitment, retention, and engagement rather than directly managing material assets.
As a result, the risk associated with this role is relatively low when compared to other positions that have greater responsibility for managing material assets.
Budgetary: Although not directly responsible for the budget, the position provides input on material, supply, and travel needs.
Judgement and Decisions: This position has input in aspects of decision-making within Career Development and Title III grant initiatives.
In addition, the incumbent also makes decisions regarding services and programming provided to students.
Nature of Contacts: Interactions within the College involve providing and obtaining information, discussing various areas of the College, seeking understanding, resolving conflicts, and planning and implementing Career Development events and publications.
Contacts within the College include support staff from different departments, faculty and deans, Registrar, Marketing, Advisors, IT, Site Deans, media/tech department, financial aid, managers, Assistant VP, Vice President, President, cohort director, curriculum director, and Foundation office.
Outside of the College, contacts include potential students, parents, high school educators (administration/teachers/counselors), middle school and elementary personnel, Department of Education representatives, personnel from other higher education institutions (administrators, recruiters, etc.
), community leaders, employers, non-profit organizations, and others.
Physical Demands: An extensive amount of walking, standing, traveling, and lifting, including a minimum of 30 lbs lifting, is required.
Additionally, the job involves a significant amount of computer work.
Hazards: Injury from lifting or standing for long periods of time, and injuries from activities/programming.
Full-time Employment Benefits: • Insurance Options Health, dental, vision, life, short/long-term disability, FSA/HSA Wellness Incentive Program, if enrolled in health plan • Educational Assistance Fee Waiver Spouse/Dependent discounts Audit/Non-Credit Reimbursement Program • Employee Assistance Program • Retirement options Tennessee traditional pension plan option (TCRS) 401k with $50 company match/457/403b • Employee Discount program with over 900+companies • 13 Paid Holidays/Year Includes paid days off the last week of December • Sick Leave Bank • Longevity Pay • Many opportunities for professional development Special Instructions to Applicants: To be considered for a position at Pellissippi State, you must create an on-line application.
Your skills, abilities, qualifications, and years of experience will be evaluated using only what is recorded on your application.
Work experience that is not listed on the application will not be considered towards compensation.
Please note: attaching a resume does not substitute for completion of the application form.
Part-time work experience is calculated at 50% of full-time experience.
Please note: to scan, upload, or attach documents, a computer and scanner are available at the Hardin Valley Campus Educational Resources Center, if needed.
Pellissippi State Community College is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA employer If you have any problems or questions please contact Human Resources at Pellissippi State Community College’s Human Resource Office at 865-694-6607 or by email at recruiting@pstcc.
edu.
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