If you are considering a new job, work environment or career opportunities you should look at Mercer County Community College. MCCC is a publicly supported college that is open to all and dedicated to student success. In order to support that mission Mercer seeks to attract, retain, and support a skilled diverse workforce which is our most valuable resource. We thrive on and are proud of our diversity and open access. Our students and employees find the College large enough for a multitude of offerings yet small enough to keep the “Community” feel for all. The College consists of two campuses, the James Kerney Campus (JKC) in the capital city of Trenton, NJ and a larger 292 acre suburban campus just six miles north of Trenton.

As part of the comprehensive and valuable benefits package the College offers credit course tuition waivers for employees, spouses and dependents. This allows for employees and their families to take advantage of earning a higher education degree without the high cost. The College offers students 69 Degree Program Options and 35 Credit Certificates from which to choose.

This position works as a coach and advisor to students as it relates to their transitioning to the workforce, further training, or additional education. The person meets with students at least twice/month and keeps detailed case notes on each student. The position is the liaison for the department with local employers, local HR departments, and other stakeholders. Position is responsible for working with stakeholders for onsite or virtual site visits, workshops, and other hiring related events. This position must be able to secure standardized assessment proctoring certification. Responsible for proctoring department standardized assessments. Must be able to work a flex schedule that includes two evenings/week. Assists with registration and with assessment schedules.

Prior experience as a career coach preferred.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Helps students identify personal interests and life goals.
• Assists students in planning strategic career moves and developing leadership skills.
• Finds new employment opportunities for students.
• Reviews students’ resumes and cover letters and provides feedback.
• Rehearses job interview tactics with students and offers advice.
• Facilitates seminars and workshops to educate individuals who are searching for the right career path.
• Guides students who desire to make a career change.
• Performs personality and skills assessments on students.
• Administers aptitude tests to help determine students’ interests and talents.
• Considers students’ experience and education when recommending career paths.
• Recommends additional education to students to help them achieve their career goals.
• Helps students write resumes and letters to prospective employers.
• Assists students with job search skills, making contact with prospective employers and completing job applications.
• Counsels students on how to overcome barriers to class attendance and job retention
• Promotes student success habits to result in class retention and job advancement.
• Answers questions concerning details about different careers.
• Advises students on courses to take in college to prepare for a particular career.
• Helps students choose the right education pursuit to match their career choices.
• Helps students transition to their post secondary education

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Strong problem solving and decision making skills are important.

Must be a good multi-tasker, scheduler, time manager and an active listener.

Must have excellent management and motivational skills.

Strong computer skills and knowledge of designing spreadsheets.

Bachelor’s degree

Experience with student success coaching

Experience with career coaching

Prior experience as a career coach preferred. Maintaining databases preferred.

Adaptability: Maintaining effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work tasks or the work environment; adjusting effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements, or cultures.

Building Trust: Interacting with others in a way that gives them confidence in one’s intentions and those of the organization.

Customer Focus: Making customers and their needs a primary focus of one’s actions; developing and sustaining productive customer relationships.

Decision Making: Identifying and understanding issues, problems, and opportunities; comparing data from different sources to draw conclusions; using effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions; taking action that is consistent with available facts, constraints, and probable consequences.