Career Services Coordinator at InsideHigherEd

Job Title: Career Services Coordinator
Location: Gordon State College
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 290754
About Us

Founded in 1852, GSC is a member of the University System of Georgia. The college has a distinctive legacy of excellent scholarship and service. GSC offers nearly 30 degrees, which includes multiple associate and baccalaureate pathways for students. With an enrollment of over 3,100 students, GSC offers an intimate academic setting with state-of-the-art classrooms and laboratories. In this setting, students receive individualized attention that only a small college with dedicated faculty and staff can provide.

Job Summary

This position assists and guides students through all components of Career Services and partners with organization and community leaders for the development of student opportunities to enhance professional skills and integrate academic learning and work experience for students to obtain suitable employment with a focus on student retention, recruitment, and graduation.

Responsibilities

Community Engagement & Internship Placement & Oversight

• Build and maintain strong partnerships with employers, community organizations, and professional associations to expand job, internship, and field placement opportunities.

• Coordinate the college¿s internship and field placement programs in collaboration with Academic Affairs and academic departments, ensuring compliance with institutional and accreditation standards.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for students, faculty, site supervisors, and employers to support successful placements and resolve issues.

• Organize and lead career fairs, networking events, and recruitment sessions to connect students with hiring professionals.

• Assess and report on internship and placement outcomes, collecting data on student performance, site quality, and employer satisfaction to improve programs.

• Represent Career Services on college committees and at community events to advance Gordon State College¿s workforce development mission.

Career Development Programming

• Plan and deliver career development workshops, job-readiness training, and professional skills seminars.

• Provide individualized career counseling/advising sessions, including support for undecided students exploring majors and career paths.

• Offer résumé and cover letter reviews, mock interviews, and job search strategy coaching.

• Maintain and update Handshake (Career Management Platform) and the employer database each semester.

Student Support & Advising

• Inform students of career opportunities aligned with their goals and connect them with prospective employers.

• Assist students in seeking part-time, full-time, and co-op positions while preparing them for a competitive job market.

• Partners with faculty and student support staff to embed career readiness into academic and co-curricular programs.

Operations & Supervision

• Recruit, train, schedule, and supervise student employees and interns.

• Oversee the career services website and technology platforms supporting students, alumni, and employers.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a course of study related to the occupational field.
• Minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Career and academic advising experience.

• SHRM membership.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Knowledge of academic program requirements, employment trends, and recruiting strategies.

• Knowledge of National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) Standards

• Knowledge of University System of Georgia Career Services policies

• Proficiency with career services technologies and platforms, including Handshake platform, Steppingblocks, social media platforms (LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Snap Chat, Twitter), design and survey software, Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, Banner, and Degree Works.

• Skills in organization, research, and program development.

• Skill in verbal, written, and interpersonal communication.

• Ability to engage effectively with students, employers, and campus partners at events and through outreach efforts.

• Ability to develop and deliver workshops, career programs, and informational resources.

• Ability to use technology and resources strategically to connect students with employers.

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Institutional Values

Commitment to Excellence: Prioritize high standards in all endeavors, striving for distinction in education, research, and community engagement.

Student Success: Focus on enhancing regional workforce by effectively preparing students for successful careers, thereby ensuring a substantial return on their educational investment.

Innovation and Creativity: Encourage creative thinking and innovative solutions, driving progress and adapting to the evolving needs of our society and the wider world.

Belonging: Embrace and celebrate multiple perspectives, fostering an environment that enriches learning and promotes respect and understanding.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Gordon State College is an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity. It is the policy of Gordon State College to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, ADEA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev. Proc. 75-50).

For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy, please contact the Gordon State College Office of Human Resources at 678.359.5011. Individuals requiring disability related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact the Office of Human Resources.

Other Information

Salary Range: $38,991 - $46,800

This is a full-time, 12-month, exempt (salaried) staff position and includes a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits include:

• Health insurance

• Dental

• Vision

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

• Health Savings Account (HSA)

• Life Insurance

• Sick Leave

• Vacation Leave

• Parental Leave

• Retirement

• Employee discounts

• Tuition reimbursement

Background Check

Employment offer is contingent upon completing a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your employment eligibility with Gordon State College, as determined by Gordon State College in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application material and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test.