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Job outlook for career development facilitators in the United States
Are career development facilitator jobs in demand?
Career development facilitator job and salary trends over time
Career development facilitator jobs over time
Career development facilitator job growth rate over time
| Year | # of jobs | % of population |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 746 | 0.00% |
| 2020 | 706 | 0.00% |
| 2019 | 693 | 0.00% |
| 2018 | 646 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | 622 | 0.00% |
Average career development facilitator salary over time
Career development facilitator salary by year
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $53,998 | $25.96 | +2.4% |
| 2024 | $52,715 | $25.34 | +0.6% |
| 2023 | $52,422 | $25.20 | +0.8% |
| 2022 | $51,983 | $24.99 | +2.3% |
| 2021 | $50,829 | $24.44 | +1.4% |
Career development facilitator jobs by state
Most common states for career development facilitators
| Rank | State | Population | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wyoming | 579,315 | 147 | 25% |
| 2 | Minnesota | 5,576,606 | 1,326 | 24% |
| 3 | North Dakota | 755,393 | 183 | 24% |
| 4 | South Dakota | 869,666 | 197 | 23% |
| 5 | Nebraska | 1,920,076 | 404 | 21% |
| 6 | Alaska | 739,795 | 154 | 21% |
| 7 | New Mexico | 2,088,070 | 404 | 19% |
| 8 | Kansas | 2,913,123 | 525 | 18% |
| 9 | District of Columbia | 693,972 | 123 | 18% |
| 10 | Iowa | 3,145,711 | 546 | 17% |
| 11 | Georgia | 10,429,379 | 1,718 | 16% |
| 12 | Arizona | 7,016,270 | 1,144 | 16% |
| 13 | Missouri | 6,113,532 | 985 | 16% |
| 14 | Wisconsin | 5,795,483 | 908 | 16% |
| 15 | Pennsylvania | 12,805,537 | 1,930 | 15% |
| 16 | Indiana | 6,666,818 | 987 | 15% |
| 17 | Kentucky | 4,454,189 | 653 | 15% |
| 18 | Arkansas | 3,004,279 | 438 | 15% |
| 19 | Texas | 28,304,596 | 3,986 | 14% |
| 20 | Michigan | 9,962,311 | 1,385 | 14% |
Most common cities for career development facilitators
| Rank | City | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl | Avg. salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Frankfort | 1 | 4% | $38,076 |
| 2 | Annapolis | 1 | 3% | $57,185 |
| 3 | Dover | 1 | 3% | $56,811 |
| 4 | Juneau | 1 | 3% | $45,724 |
| 5 | Hartford | 1 | 1% | $54,316 |
| 6 | Lansing | 1 | 1% | $51,816 |
| 7 | Little Rock | 1 | 1% | $40,166 |
| 8 | Olathe | 1 | 1% | $49,279 |
| 9 | Boston | 2 | 0% | $52,128 |
| 10 | Atlanta | 1 | 0% | $45,976 |
| 11 | Baton Rouge | 1 | 0% | $47,059 |
| 12 | Cleveland | 1 | 0% | $50,219 |
| 13 | Des Moines | 1 | 0% | $44,002 |
| 14 | Indianapolis | 1 | 0% | $46,088 |
| 15 | Montgomery | 1 | 0% | $42,339 |
| 16 | New York | 1 | 0% | $52,029 |
| 17 | Orlando | 1 | 0% | $40,394 |
Career Development Facilitator job outlook: Expert opinions
Our panel of career development facilitator experts
Saint Xavier University
University of Alaska Fairbanks
The University of Texas at El Paso
Arizona State University
Indiana University of Pennsylvania (IUP)
University of Maryland Global Campus
University of California, Los Angeles
Wake Forest University
DePauw University
Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota
Virginia Wesleyan University
Advance CTE
Virginia Community College System
American University
University of the Ozarks
ETSTech-Ops
The University of Tennessee - Knoxville
Hawaii Pacific University
University of Wisconsin - Madison
University of Idaho
David Parker LL.M. Human Rights Law, LL.M. National Security Law, JD, MBA, CFE
Associate ProfessorSaint Xavier University
Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services
What general advice would you give to a Career Development Facilitator?
David Parker LL.M. Human Rights Law, LL.M. National Security Law, JD, MBA, CFE: Critical thinking and problem-solving, Technological literacy / digital literacy, Resiliency, stress tolerance and flexibility, Creativity, originality and ideation, Emotional intelligence & interpersonal skills, and Curiosity and active/continuous learning.
What Career Development Facilitator skills would you recommend for someone trying to advance their career?
David Parker LL.M. Human Rights Law, LL.M. National Security Law, JD, MBA, CFE: Build a proven record of experience and success (internships and volunteer work are excellent ways to achieve this). Skills. Refer back to #2. Negotiate. Know your market value and emphasize your value to the organization. Too many people 'leave money on the table' because they do not effectively negotiate their salary/compensation package. Many studies show this is particularly true of women.
What will help Career Development Facilitators increase their earning potential?
David Parker LL.M. Human Rights Law, LL.M. National Security Law, JD, MBA, CFE: Build a proven record of experience and success (internships and volunteer work are excellent ways to achieve this).
Skills. Refer back to #2.
Negotiate. Know your market value and emphasize your value to the organization. Too many people 'leave money on the table' because they do not effectively negotiate their salary/compensation package. Many studies show this is particularly true of women.
What will help Career Development Facilitators increase their earning potential?
Jaunelle Celaire: Learn from everything. Remember every moment is a learning opportunity from everyone around you, no matter their title. Pay attention when things go well and clue in and pay extra attention when they do not; watch how people react to it. Build relationships and network with the people who face problems by being their solution.
What Career Development Facilitator skills would you recommend for someone trying to advance their career?
Hamidreza Sharifan: Do not take it for granted. Time never comes back, always think that you are working for yourself to build your resume and personality.
What will help Career Development Facilitators increase their earning potential?
Hamidreza Sharifan: Do not take it for granted. Time never comes back, always think that you are working for yourself to build your resume and personality.
Maryjo Douglas Zunk
Manager, Career Professional DevelopmentArizona State University
School of Public Affairs (SPA)
What technology do you think will become more important and prevalent for Career Development Facilitators in the next 3-5 years?
Maryjo Douglas Zunk: Data analytics are crucial to the planning and implementation of public programs and services. Data collection and management systems, communication, and IT security will remain critical to connecting the government with the people. Analysts will be in high demand to gather, review, and communicate with decision-makers.
Dr. Tammy Manko Ed.D.
DirectorIndiana University of Pennsylvania (IUP)
Career and Professional Development Center, Academic Affairs
What Career Development Facilitator skills would you recommend for someone trying to advance their career?
Dr. Tammy Manko Ed.D.: I recommend all graduates and professionals become adept at virtual communication in all its forms, so they can be effective communicators in all settings and are prepared to work with various technological platforms and tools. I also recommend all graduates and professionals review the NACE Competencies naceweb and ensure they have and continue to hone the outlined career-ready skill sets as well as these additional career and life skills (or power/soft skills): adaptability, prioritization, positivity, emotional intelligence, and nonverbal communication (i.e., body language).
What general advice would you give to a Career Development Facilitator?
Dr. Tammy Manko Ed.D.: Aside from the recommended skills development mentioned in response to the gap year question, I encourage new professionals to find meaning in their work and to differentiate themselves in a positive manner by reskilling and upskilling, and to prioritize lifelong learning and the development of leadership/executive presence. All professionals will need to be able to mine data and analyze information. New graduates should take the initiative to join and be active members of professional organizations and engage regularly in professional networking to build and maintain relationships that will help them with their career development and management. That's especially important in the virtual world that we're facing today when face-to-face networking cannot take place. Taking professional networking one step further, I advise young professionals to identify a few mentors that will be there to help them learn and develop and several champions who have diverse skill sets and job responsibilities in their organization that will support, promote, and advocate for them within and outside of the organization.
Dr. Francine Blume Ph.D.
Assistant Vice PresidentUniversity of Maryland Global Campus
Career Development Office
What are the biggest trends we'll see in the Career Development Facilitator job market given the pandemic?
Dr. Francine Blume Ph.D.: There are some obvious changes that we are seeing, such as a more permanent move to telework or more flexibility in telework policies. We're seeing recruiting, hiring, and onboarding taking place virtually.
As services have shuttered, jobs have shifted to fulfillment needs. Amazon, UPS, CVS, and Walgreens have expanded hiring. We're also seeing a huge need for experienced biotech professionals.
I would say that many trends were already in process, and the pandemic exacerbated them. Traditional retail was already struggling against Amazon. Health services were already expanding with aging baby boomers. Tech continues to grow as does cybersecurity.
Other trends are dependent on the economy, economic stimulus, and other actions taken by the federal government. Which industries will get economic support, and which won't. We saw the beginnings of a speedier than expected recovery after the first wave of Covid eased and we were able to reopen parts of our economy.
What skills stand out on Career Development Facilitator resumes?
Dr. Francine Blume Ph.D.: Skills that stand out depend on the field, but you always want to point out your tech skills, language skills and especially "soft" skills, such as communication and initiative.
For tech skills, you can demonstrate proficiency by citing certifications. For language skills, be as accurate as you can regarding proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking. For soft skills, make sure they are evident in the descriptions of your accomplishments and duties. Don't just say, "I have strong problem-solving skills and I learn fast." Anyone can say that, but you should quantify your experience and skills to demonstrate those soft skills.
What are the biggest trends we'll see in the Career Development Facilitator job market given the pandemic?
Hassan Akmal: It's a time to pivot. More students - now than ever, are being forced to reskill, upskill, and explore new industries. The jobs of the future are being created now, and we will see much more career transitioning - a decrease in longevity, an increase in project-based work and micro internships, more side hustles, more careers over a 30 to 40 year runway, and finally, more careers at the same time.
Are there any particularly good places in the United States for Career Development Facilitators to find work opportunities?
Hassan Akmal: Due to remote opportunities, the playing field has widely opened up. You can essentially work for almost any organization from where you are at the moment, at least for the time being. This actually increases the number of opportunities for you, as before, if you were out of state, you may have not been considered. That being said, there are still hot spots. They include: Top Metro Areas for Sociologists Source: 2019 Occupational Employment Statistics and 2018-28 Employment Projections, Bureau of Labor Statistics, BLS.gov
Andy Chan
Vice President, Innnovation and Career DevelopmentWake Forest University
Office of Personal and Career Development
What general advice would you give to a Career Development Facilitator?
Andy Chan: Grads entering the workforce in 2021 must be nimble and flexible. Organizations were forced to change in 2020 due to the pandemic and now employers are rethinking how work will happen in the future, said Wake Forest University Vice President for Innovation and Career Development Andy Chan. New workers will likely have to connect and develop relationships with their colleagues virtually, so being highly self-motivated and accountable, and having a positive attitude and strong communication skills will be more important than ever. It will be essential to take time for self-care and have a growth mindset bent towards learning, curiosity and appreciation.
Erin Duffy
Director of Career Services and Employer RelationsDePauw University
Kathryn F. Hubbard Center for Student Engagement
What general advice would you give to a Career Development Facilitator?
Erin Duffy: Find a mentor, whether that is within your workplace, with alumni, or someone you respect.
What are the biggest trends we'll see in the Career Development Facilitator job market given the pandemic?
Mike Hagarty: Job trends are volatile and segmented. With unemployment ranging from a record high of 14.7 percent in April (Bureau of Labor Statistics) to 6.7 percent in November (Trading Economics), we are on a roller coaster, and it is hard to predict when and where we will land post COVID-19. For example, U.S. private businesses were projected to hire 410,000 workers in November, and that was off by more than 100,000 with the significant rise in COVID cases and lockdowns (Trading Economics).
The impact of the pandemic will hit different segments of the economy differently. For example, healthcare and online services (Amazon alone has added nearly 500,000 jobs during the first several months of the pandemic) are strong and growing. Other Industries, including hospitality and travel, are experiencing significant reductions.
Students entering the workforce should not wait until their preferred segment of the economy bounces back or stabilizes but should look at who is hiring and find an opportunity there that matches their skills and abilities.
What general advice would you give to a Career Development Facilitator?
Mike Hagarty: An often quoted statistic from the Bureau of Labor Statistics is that Americans between the ages of 18 and 48 will hold an AVERAGE of eleven different jobs. Your first job out of college will almost certainly not be your last, so don't sit back and wait for the "perfect" job to fall in your lap. Every job holds opportunities to earn, to learn, to contribute, and to network. Learn from each job, and take those new insights, skills, and networks with you to a new position or new company. Over time, you will put together a tapestry of experiences, which will create the picture of your career.
Regardless of the job market, the most valuable thing a graduate has is their education. They have a network (career services at their school, alumni, partner businesses and organizations); they have acquired knowledge and new critical-thinking skills; they are problem solvers; and hopefully they have gained experience through internships or externships. The lifetime earning potential makes the education price tag an excellent long-term return on investment. Getting a bachelor's degree brings the average lifetime earnings to $2.3 million. That's more than 31 percent more than workers with an associate's degree and 74 percent more than those with a high school diploma (Georgetown Center on Education and the workforce).
Will there be an enduring impact of the coronavirus pandemic on Career Development Facilitators?
Jessica Harrington: Realistically, new graduates should expect some impact. New graduates, depending on their field, may struggle to find full-time employment directly after graduation, which could have effects on lifetime earnings and, as a result, major financial decisions.
What type of skills will young Career Development Facilitators need?
Jessica Harrington: Competitive new graduates will need a variety of soft skills, some of which they have likely already developed, such as adaptability and advanced written and oral communication skills. Strong technical skills and certifications will benefit new graduates as they enter what is often a virtual work setting.
Will there be an enduring impact of the coronavirus pandemic on Career Development Facilitators?
Kimberly Green: Career Technical Education (CTE) instructors are the backbone of high-quality and equitable delivery of CTE. Today's educational landscape brings new challenges to the delivery of CTE but in that challenge is the opportunity for CTE instructors to be creative in developing and delivering high-quality CTE programs in virtual or socially distanced environments. Designing with equity and quality in mind, especially for learners who face multiple barriers to engaged virtual learning, is vital. Facing the dual challenge of being a new educator and doing so in a remote and/or hybrid environments, we encourage new instructors to look to their state CTE agencies as their partners and sources of best practices, support and information. For more information on your state CTE agency, visit https://careertech.org/cte-your-state.
Celeste J. Hall
Career Coach Training Specialist Facilitating Career Development InstructorVirginia Community College System
What experience really stands out on Career Development Facilitator resumes?
Celeste J. Hall: While the pandemic is changing the work of the school counselor and the ways that they interact with students, it seems that the demand for school counselors will not decrease because of the pandemic. In fact, because of the need to schedule courses based on virtual and face-to-face instruction, meeting the needs of students with disabilities and the increased mental health needs of students, families, and school personnel, the demand for school counselors may increase. The work of career specialists may be more heavily impacted by the challenges of less face-to-face interaction with students, and career development programming may be seen as less vital in the face of the pandemic. Career Specialists will continue to compete for classroom time, whether it is in person or in the virtual space.
School counselors and career specialists may find opportunities in companies that offer virtual school programming and to support those students who decide to continue with home-schooling, post-transition.
School Career Counselors and Specialists could use this time as an opportunity to pivot away from the notion that the future is stable and predictable and; therefore, students can focus on choosing one occupation for life. They can instead help students to understand that the world has many uncertainties and teach them how to plan with flexibility and build resilience in the face of unplanned or unexpected events. They can emphasize the value of work-based learning experiences and the benefits of considering a variety of educational pathways to prepare for a career. Coming out of the pandemic, four-year colleges will need to focus on proving the value of their program, relative to their costs, and students may be willing to consider options other than traditional dormitory living and on-campus, in-person learning.
Will there be an enduring impact of the coronavirus pandemic on Career Development Facilitators?
Celeste J. Hall: The enduring impact of the pandemic on school counseling graduates and those who provide career development, I believe, will be that there will no longer be the assumption that services will primarily be provided in person. Assumptions about career and work opportunities being tied to the geographic location will change. We will need to consider virtual options for post-secondary education and realize that work opportunities will continue to change and that flexibility in planning is essential. The idea that the world is a stable place and that planning can assume that will no longer be a realistic assumption. Technical and transferable skills will need to be the focus.
Counselors in training will need to meet the expectation of being competent with counseling and career development skills in the virtual environment, and follow ethical guidelines related to providing services both in person and in the digital environment. Mental health issues will provide challenges in the virtual space. Counselors and career specialists will need strong partnerships with community mental health providers and strong parent outreach methods in order to ensure that students with whom they interact virtually are supported related to their academics, mental health, and career development.
What general advice would you give to a Career Development Facilitator?
Raina Gandhi: First impressions matter and will stay with you, so remember to bring your most professional self to work, maintain a positive attitude, and put in the hours. When you make mistakes, learn from them.
Also, take the time to get to know your colleagues and workplace norms, make sure you understand how performance is measured, and don't be afraid to ask for feedback. As you get comfortable with your role, look for ways to take on additional responsibilities to expand your skillset and build your reputation within the company.
You may not land your dream job right away, but this first job is critical for building your experience and gaining transferrable skills. Stay current in your field by reading articles, subscribing to email newsletters, and following relevant people and companies on LinkedIn
Are there any particularly good places in the United States for Career Development Facilitators to find work opportunities?
Ruth Walton: There are tons of employment opportunities across this country. During the past few months, there have been more and more remote jobs too! Yet, there must be a realization that the job market is very different for each geographic region. According to Bloomberg.com, in August 2020, there was an increase in the Performing Arts, Motion Pictures, and Electronics, and a decline in Facilities Support Services, Lodging, and Travel. According to the Bureau of Labor, if we research the fastest-growing occupations, we find 57% of the growth is in Healthcare, split pretty much in half by jobs requiring less than a bachelor's degree, and half requiring at least a master's degree.
Salary.com lists the seven best careers for the future as:
Healthcare
Information Technology
Alternative Energy
International Law
Marketing
Financial Analyst
Content Creator
If we narrow down our top growth sectors and jobs per Texas, Arkansas, and Oklahoma, we can see other industries.
Each of these three states shares top growth in Healthcare and Professional & Business Services. In Texas, we add Education and Engineering, and in Oklahoma, we add Education.
It is not to say that there are not Education jobs in Arkansas; it means that Texas and Oklahoma will have much more growth. Arkansas will still need teachers.
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What type of skills will young Career Development Facilitators need?
Ruth Walton: Let's face it. The work world has changed, as we know it. My nephew accepted a new job offer early on in the pandemic from a major telecommunications company. Hired to understand the position was remote temporarily, months later, the company decided to turn his work into a permanently remote one.
If we think about this scenario, we need to prepare our young graduates to be independent thinkers, adaptable, flexible, and collaborative in a virtual environment. A strong work ethic, coupled with excellent time management skills, is necessary. Employers list the following skills as critically important for the workforce:
Communication
Digital Literacy
Creativity
Adaptability
Are there any particularly good places in the United States for Career Development Facilitators to find work opportunities?
Nola Pearce: Depending on your chosen career scope, there are opportunities across the United States - urban, suburban, rural. If you have a wide range of interests and career experience, geographic possibilities are endless. If you are very specific within an industry, material, or application, there are pockets of locations that might be better than another. I recommend that you reach out to professionals within the industry or profession that you have interest in.
Brad Morgan
Director of Career ServicesThe University of Tennessee - Knoxville
College of Law
What type of skills will young Career Development Facilitators need?
Brad Morgan: With increased frequency, employers with whom we work emphasize the importance of new hires being able to demonstrate adaptability, effective communication, and efficiency. As the demands of not only consumers but regulatory bodies evolve, it is essential for those entering the workforce-and those who are already in the force-to acknowledge that just because we successfully employed one strategy years ago (or even last week) does not mean that we can use the same strategy with the same success in the future. Adaptability. Likewise, it is essential to communicate complex ideas and concepts in ways that simplify and add clarity to a discussion. Both of these skills contribute to workers being efficient in deed and word.
How do you envision technology impacting Career Development Facilitators in the next 5 years?
Brad Morgan: Technology is a tool. It can make work more comfortable, more efficient, and produce better results in the right hands. In untrained hands, technology can become burdensome and detract from the process, rather than aid the same. Because technological tools are continually evolving and vary from workplace to workplace, becoming familiar with a wide variety of technologies and their applications is likely to be more helpful in the legal sector than becoming an expert in any single technology.
What experience really stands out on Career Development Facilitator resumes?
Michael Van Lear: Research, communication, writing, foreign language proficiency, and critical thinking are top skills that stand out for area studies graduates. Experience would include internships and participation in related student clubs/organizations such as HPU's Model UN club. A top Honolulu internship site for these majors would be the Daniel Inouye Asian Pacific Center for Security Studies.
What Career Development Facilitator skills would you recommend for someone trying to advance their career?
Michael Van Lear: If taking a gap year, joining a professional organization related to area studies would be advised. Joining such organizations provides further insight into this field and offers graduates professional networking opportunities. Being an active member is key to making the most of this experience. Attend virtual workshops, professional development, etc.
What technology do you think will become more important and prevalent for Career Development Facilitators in the next 3-5 years?
Michael Van Lear: Data analysis, cybersecurity, AI, and geoscience are technologies that will likely be prevalent in this field in the years ahead. Equally important is the acquisition of foreign language proficiencies.
What type of skills will young Career Development Facilitators need?
Greg Reed: Young graduates will need to communicate effectively through their presentation and writing skills and their ability to interact with others in social/professional settings. Strong technical and analytical skills, including having a working knowledge of Excel and Argus, will be essential differentiators. Finally, evaluating a project and ascertaining how to tackle the issues and problems in its parts will be critical.
How do you envision technology impacting Career Development Facilitators in the next 5 years?
Greg Reed: Real estate has been slow and reluctant to adapt to technological advances and find ways to harness data. Many industry disruptors have successfully demonstrated the ability to use technology and data to improve property performance through higher energy efficiency, analyzing performance metrics, and integrated systems that combine multiple operational property components. Being open to technological change and performing the cost benefit analyses required to gauge the value of technical implementation will be a required skill set.
What experience really stands out on Career Development Facilitator resumes?
Wendy Wegner: Any transferrable skills that show teamwork, communication, safety, and leadership. These skills can come from many positions, volunteer opportunities, and involvement on and off-campus. When students have a general idea of the career path they want to set out toward, they can fill in skill gaps with experience. It is never too early to start looking for part-time and summer employment connected to natural resources. Almost all communities have volunteer opportunities that can be a great way to gain valuable experience.
Each individual has unique interests and goals. Set your sights on your destination and build skills that will increase your employability. It could be policy, landscape management, community work, education, fieldwork, or a combination of these, to name a few. It helps to look at job descriptions of the career you strive for so that you can see what the minimum qualifications trend toward. Of course, connect with campus resources like faculty, staff, and career advisors to help you on your journey.
Will there be an enduring impact of the coronavirus pandemic on Career Development Facilitators?
Wendy Wegner: Most certainly. We are in the middle of a historical event, and it can be challenging to see the light. In challenging times, some of the best creativity and innovation comes out. I meet with my students that are determined to solve the climate crisis, find new ways to fight wildland fire, change policies, and better understand soil and water, to name a few. I do not doubt that some of our brightest stars are about to emerge because of the pandemic and have a positive impact on natural resources and society as a whole.