Career & Work-Based Learning Navigator (Career Services Counselor II)

Title: Career & Work-Based Learning Navigator (Career Services Counselor II) Salary: $41,730.00 Contract Term Length: 12 Months Standard Hours: 37.5 Work Location: Discretionary Hybrid FLSA Status: Non-Exempt College: Gateway Community & Technical College Campus Location: Gateway Boone Department: Career Services Total Rewards Gateway Community & Technical College offers a competitive benefits package and an attractive work environment that supports excellence, innovation, and creativity, including: Exceptional health care, vision, and dental coverage for you and your family Tuition reimbursement/waiver for you, your spouse, and dependents 403(b) retirement plan: a 5% employee contribution receives a 10% employer match Vacation/Sick Time Work-Life Balance 9.5 Paid Holidays 2 Weeks Institutional Closing Pay (Last 2 weeks of December) for qualifying positions Employee Assistance Program Job Summary The Career & Work-Based Learning Navigator supports students and recent alumni through career coaching, career-connected learning, and participation support within non-apprenticeship Academic-Based Work-Based Learning opportunities aligned with students’ programs of study. The position assists students with navigating internships, co-ops, job shadows, micro-internships, project-based learning experiences, and related experiential learning opportunities through career guidance, academic advising support, academic and career pathway navigation, employer engagement support, participation assistance, and workforce readiness development. Job Duties: Academic WBL Pathway Coordination & Participation Support: Provides individualized career coaching and career development support to students and recent alumni, including career exploration, self-assessment, major and career alignment, employment preparation, job search strategies, resume development, interview preparation, and transition-to-employment support. Supports student engagement, participation follow-up, and experiential learning success within Academic-Based WBL pathways. Assists students with academic advising support, academic and career pathway navigation, educational planning support, resource connection, and workforce readiness activities related to Work-Based Learning participation and career-connected learning opportunities. Career Coaching & Student Support: Provides individualized career coaching and career development support to students and recent alumni, including career exploration, self-assessment, major and career alignment, employment preparation, job search strategies, resume development, interview preparation, and transition-to-employment support. Supports student engagement, participation follow-up, and experiential learning success within Academic-Based WBL pathways. Assists students with academic and career pathway navigation, resource connection, and referral support related to Work-Based Learning participation and career-connected learning opportunities. Employer, Classroom, & Student Engagement Support: Assists with employer classroom visits, presentations, campus recruiting activities, workshops, recruitment events, and experiential learning opportunities supporting Academic-Based WBL pathways. Collaborates with faculty, employers, and institutional partners to support career-connected learning, student engagement initiatives, and experiential learning participation opportunities. Operational Systems, Communication, & Outcomes Tracking: Utilizes departmental systems and student engagement platforms including Handshake, OnceHub, Amazon Choice, and related departmental technologies. Assists with student communication, outreach, follow-up, participation tracking, and shared departmental support processes. Maintains records and supports tracking of engagement, placement, retention, and employment outcomes related to Academic-Based WBL and experiential learning activities. Assists with institutional reporting, outreach initiatives, marketing activities, and cross-functional workforce development efforts. Other duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree or equivalent and 3 to 4 years of relevant experience Detail-oriented, self-motivated, ability to work independently and adapt seamlessly to fast-paced, dynamic environments. Skilled in engaging and supporting students from different cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Proven ability to manage multiple priorities effectively and meet tight deadlines. Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Forms, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, Word) Preferred Qualifications: Master's degree or equivalent Previous experience in a community college setting Career coaching and student advising Strong communication and relationship building skills Organization and program coordination Data tracking and technology proficiency Discretionary Hybrid - This position may be considered for a discretionary hybrid work arrangement following the successful completion of the probationary period. Approval of any hybrid schedule is contingent upon supervisory authorization, alignment with institutional operational needs, and adherence to a maximum of two (2) remote workdays per week. Employee Rights - Employee Polygraph Protection Act Equal Opportunity Employer - The Kentucky Community and Technical College System is an equal educational and employment opportunity institution.