Career specialist job description
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Career specialist requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in career specialist job postings.
Sample career specialist requirements
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field
- Experience in career counseling or coaching
- Knowledge of labor market trends and job search strategies
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other relevant software
Sample required career specialist soft skills
- Ability to empathize with clients and understand their needs
- Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Flexibility and adaptability to changing circumstances
- Commitment to ongoing professional development and learning
Career specialist job description example 1
Looking Glass Factory career specialist job description
As the College and Career Readiness Specialist, you are responsible for assisting with career development, occupational skills training, work readiness, and academic growth for students at the Riverfront School and Career Center. You will provide coordination of support services, and ongoing case management services to at-risk youth and young adults, 14-24 years of age, from low-income backgrounds with barriers to success. You will also assist with program planning and development, and program marketing activities.
To learn more about the College and Career Readiness Specialist please download the full job description below.
The Riverfront School is an accredited alternative school that partners with local school districts to provide individual education opportunities to youth. Riverfront's mission is to "guide and support youth in developing the knowledge, responsibility, and the social skills necessary for productive citizenship." Riverfront also operates as a Career Center for students with the goal to link academic and occupational learning for each youth.
Click here to learn more about the Riverfront School and the Riverfront Career Center.
People who excel in this role have a minimum of two years of experience working in job placement or employment services and at least one year of youth-related experience. A bachelor's degree in social services or business-related field is preferred but individuals who are working towards a degree are encouraged to apply.
You will be working with a diverse set of clients, from all different backgrounds. Cultural awareness is a must! We believe in the abilities of individuals and systems that respond respectfully and effectively to people of all cultures, classes, races, ethnic backgrounds, religions, sexual orientations, genders, and abilities in a manner that recognizes, affirms, and values the worth of individuals, families, and their communities and protects and preserves the dignity of each.
Follow these links to learn more about Looking Glass and see why our staff love the work they do!
In accordance with the Oregon Health Authority rule, all teachers and school staff working in the Riverfront School must be fully vaccinated or have an approved exemption/accommodation before beginning work.
To learn more about the College and Career Readiness Specialist please download the full job description below.
The Riverfront School is an accredited alternative school that partners with local school districts to provide individual education opportunities to youth. Riverfront's mission is to "guide and support youth in developing the knowledge, responsibility, and the social skills necessary for productive citizenship." Riverfront also operates as a Career Center for students with the goal to link academic and occupational learning for each youth.
Click here to learn more about the Riverfront School and the Riverfront Career Center.
People who excel in this role have a minimum of two years of experience working in job placement or employment services and at least one year of youth-related experience. A bachelor's degree in social services or business-related field is preferred but individuals who are working towards a degree are encouraged to apply.
You will be working with a diverse set of clients, from all different backgrounds. Cultural awareness is a must! We believe in the abilities of individuals and systems that respond respectfully and effectively to people of all cultures, classes, races, ethnic backgrounds, religions, sexual orientations, genders, and abilities in a manner that recognizes, affirms, and values the worth of individuals, families, and their communities and protects and preserves the dignity of each.
Follow these links to learn more about Looking Glass and see why our staff love the work they do!
In accordance with the Oregon Health Authority rule, all teachers and school staff working in the Riverfront School must be fully vaccinated or have an approved exemption/accommodation before beginning work.
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Career specialist job description example 2
Cincinnati Public Schools career specialist job description
High School Teaching/Career Tech
Date Posted:
10/4/2022
Location:
Live Oaks Career Campus
District:
Great Oaks Career Campuses - website
QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:
Valid Ohio Department of Education License (Career Technical Instruction, Counseling, 7-12 Teaching, or Administrator)
Experience in career technical education preferred
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Include the following and other duties may be assigned. A job description for the position is attached.
Promotes enrollment in career programs through various recruiting activities with students and alumni at affiliate school districts. Coordinates and organizes multiple events such as elementary and middle school career activities, eighth grade tours, sophomore visits, presentations to students at affiliate schools, parent information sessions, shadowing days, counselor meetings, and other related activities. Provides follow up reports after each activity and tracks prospective students. Utilizes various sources of data effectively to promote student enrollment and success. Recruits, selects, and trains students to act as Great Oaks Ambassadors to assist with recruiting activities. Advises, supports, and leads the campus instructors and staff in individual and campus-wide recruiting efforts. Develops and maintains positive, professional working relationships with affiliate school counselors and staff. Collaborates with staff to support and implement work-based learning opportunities for students Provides support and communicates effectively with program instructors to build and maintain enrollment. Possesses and shares knowledge about career development, career pathways, and career programs. Assists students in making career choices and communicates with their parents. Maintains application and enrollment data and prepares detailed reports. Works closely with counselors while scheduling new students into appropriate classes and stays current with each affiliate school's credit requirements for graduation. Keeps current on Ohio Department of Education graduation requirements. Understands, supports, and promotes all district marketing initiatives. Displays and utilizes creativity to meet the ever-changing needs of students and parents for recruiting activities and materials. Designs and distributes promotional materials. Participates in affiliate school career fairs, curriculum fairs, and other affiliate school activities to represent Great Oaks as a means of connecting with prospective students and families. Demonstrates proficiency in Social Media and other technology resources to support recruiting and career development activities. Maintains up to date knowledge of technology utilized by the district. Must satisfy all job-related attendance requirements. A record free of criminal violations that would prohibit public school employment.
Availability Of Position
: Immediately
Salary Range
: Daily rate $120.00
$251.35 Daily rate after 61st day of continued employment
Application Deadline:
Until position is filled.
Application Procedure
: Apply online at www.greatoaks.com
Equal Opportunity: All Great Oaks Career Campuses educational activities, employment practices, programs and services are offered without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, age, or disability.
Attachment(s):
Career Specialist
Date Posted:
10/4/2022
Location:
Live Oaks Career Campus
District:
Great Oaks Career Campuses - website
QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:
Valid Ohio Department of Education License (Career Technical Instruction, Counseling, 7-12 Teaching, or Administrator)
Experience in career technical education preferred
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Include the following and other duties may be assigned. A job description for the position is attached.
Promotes enrollment in career programs through various recruiting activities with students and alumni at affiliate school districts. Coordinates and organizes multiple events such as elementary and middle school career activities, eighth grade tours, sophomore visits, presentations to students at affiliate schools, parent information sessions, shadowing days, counselor meetings, and other related activities. Provides follow up reports after each activity and tracks prospective students. Utilizes various sources of data effectively to promote student enrollment and success. Recruits, selects, and trains students to act as Great Oaks Ambassadors to assist with recruiting activities. Advises, supports, and leads the campus instructors and staff in individual and campus-wide recruiting efforts. Develops and maintains positive, professional working relationships with affiliate school counselors and staff. Collaborates with staff to support and implement work-based learning opportunities for students Provides support and communicates effectively with program instructors to build and maintain enrollment. Possesses and shares knowledge about career development, career pathways, and career programs. Assists students in making career choices and communicates with their parents. Maintains application and enrollment data and prepares detailed reports. Works closely with counselors while scheduling new students into appropriate classes and stays current with each affiliate school's credit requirements for graduation. Keeps current on Ohio Department of Education graduation requirements. Understands, supports, and promotes all district marketing initiatives. Displays and utilizes creativity to meet the ever-changing needs of students and parents for recruiting activities and materials. Designs and distributes promotional materials. Participates in affiliate school career fairs, curriculum fairs, and other affiliate school activities to represent Great Oaks as a means of connecting with prospective students and families. Demonstrates proficiency in Social Media and other technology resources to support recruiting and career development activities. Maintains up to date knowledge of technology utilized by the district. Must satisfy all job-related attendance requirements. A record free of criminal violations that would prohibit public school employment.
Availability Of Position
: Immediately
Salary Range
: Daily rate $120.00
$251.35 Daily rate after 61st day of continued employment
Application Deadline:
Until position is filled.
Application Procedure
: Apply online at www.greatoaks.com
Equal Opportunity: All Great Oaks Career Campuses educational activities, employment practices, programs and services are offered without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, age, or disability.
Attachment(s):
Career Specialist
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Career specialist job description example 3
American Water career specialist job description
Are you a recent college graduate or early career professional with a strong foundation in finance and analysis? If you love numbers, research and working on a great team, here is an exciting opportunity to join the team at Pennsylvania American Water supporting our engineering and operations teams.
Diversity of backgrounds, ideas, thoughts, and experiences is vital to our culture and the way we do business. Creating an environment where differences are embraced and where every person feels engaged and included makes us safer, stronger, and more successful.
With a history dating back to 1886, American Water (NYSE:AWK) is the largest and most geographically diverse U.S. publicly traded water and wastewater utility company. The company employs more than 6,400 dedicated professionals who provide regulated and regulated-like drinking water and wastewater services to an estimated 14 million people in 25 states. American Water provides safe, clean, affordable and reliable water services to our customers to help keep their lives flowing. For more information, visit amwater.com and follow American Water on Twitter , Facebook and LinkedIn .
PLEASE NOTE: In order for American Water to evaluate decisions about new regulations, reintegration, and safe operating practices, all employees are required to report their vaccination status.
Primary Role
The Budget Specialist works directly with the Capital Program Manager to coordinate and administer the asset capital planning budget. This includes the design, project delivery and construction of water resource projects and performance of tasks.
Key Accountabilities
Effectively coordinate and administer functional support work processes for activities including asset capital planning, design, project delivery and construction to limited tasks for varying water resource system projects. Input and analyze data for department work processes, business systems and reports. Prepare variance reports as required. Assists in preparation of documents related to the investment budget. Assists in monitoring expenditures to budget according to the Capital Investment Management polices and procedures. Prepare and analyze or contribute to department or functional key performance indicator reports, balance scorecard reports, business performance reviews, and MD Reports. Support procurement of materials and services and effectively utilize business system and procurement agreements. Prepare and maintain files, records,drawings, reports, maps, charts, budgets and other data related to engineering and construction projects.
Knowledge/Skills
General knowledge of business practices and principles including basic budgeting and accounting. Good working knowledge of computer programs, databases and software to support specific assignments. Knowledge of water or other utility operations preferred.: Demonstrated organization and administrative skills. Good project/process management skills. Good analytical and problem solving skills. Good communication skills. Effective interpersonal skills.
Experience/Education
Associates Degree in a related field (Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, Engineering Technology, etc.) A bachelor's degree is a plus 2+ years' work experience in a support role
Work Environment
Office environment
Competencies
Champions safety
Collaborates
Customer obsessed
Cultivates innovation
Drives Results
Nimble learning
Join American Water... We Keep Life Flowing
American Water is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants
based on his or her age, race, color, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, citizenship, or because they are an individual with a disability, protected veteran or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws.
Diversity of backgrounds, ideas, thoughts, and experiences is vital to our culture and the way we do business. Creating an environment where differences are embraced and where every person feels engaged and included makes us safer, stronger, and more successful.
With a history dating back to 1886, American Water (NYSE:AWK) is the largest and most geographically diverse U.S. publicly traded water and wastewater utility company. The company employs more than 6,400 dedicated professionals who provide regulated and regulated-like drinking water and wastewater services to an estimated 14 million people in 25 states. American Water provides safe, clean, affordable and reliable water services to our customers to help keep their lives flowing. For more information, visit amwater.com and follow American Water on Twitter , Facebook and LinkedIn .
PLEASE NOTE: In order for American Water to evaluate decisions about new regulations, reintegration, and safe operating practices, all employees are required to report their vaccination status.
Primary Role
The Budget Specialist works directly with the Capital Program Manager to coordinate and administer the asset capital planning budget. This includes the design, project delivery and construction of water resource projects and performance of tasks.
Key Accountabilities
Effectively coordinate and administer functional support work processes for activities including asset capital planning, design, project delivery and construction to limited tasks for varying water resource system projects. Input and analyze data for department work processes, business systems and reports. Prepare variance reports as required. Assists in preparation of documents related to the investment budget. Assists in monitoring expenditures to budget according to the Capital Investment Management polices and procedures. Prepare and analyze or contribute to department or functional key performance indicator reports, balance scorecard reports, business performance reviews, and MD Reports. Support procurement of materials and services and effectively utilize business system and procurement agreements. Prepare and maintain files, records,drawings, reports, maps, charts, budgets and other data related to engineering and construction projects.
Knowledge/Skills
General knowledge of business practices and principles including basic budgeting and accounting. Good working knowledge of computer programs, databases and software to support specific assignments. Knowledge of water or other utility operations preferred.: Demonstrated organization and administrative skills. Good project/process management skills. Good analytical and problem solving skills. Good communication skills. Effective interpersonal skills.
Experience/Education
Associates Degree in a related field (Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, Engineering Technology, etc.) A bachelor's degree is a plus 2+ years' work experience in a support role
Work Environment
Office environment
Competencies
Champions safety
Collaborates
Customer obsessed
Cultivates innovation
Drives Results
Nimble learning
Join American Water... We Keep Life Flowing
American Water is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants
based on his or her age, race, color, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, citizenship, or because they are an individual with a disability, protected veteran or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws.
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024