Job Resource Specialist (Grant-funded)

Job Resource Center

Main Campus

Under the supervision of the Director, the Job Resource Specialist (full-time, grant-funded) prepares and connects students, alumni, and community job seekers for the world of work.

The Job Resource Specialist (full-time, grant-funded) assists in the coordination of the Student Employment Program and provides awareness of occupations in which women or men comprise less than 25 percent of the workforce through the Non-Traditional Career Program.

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following.

• Provide in-person and virtual appointments, presentations and events to students, alumni, community members and employers.
• Teach job seekers how to tailor resumes and cover letters to match requirements and qualifications of job postings.
• Proofread, correct, edit cover letters, resumes and other job search materials.
• Provide career and job search assistance to a diverse community, student, and alumni population (e.g., job search strategies, interview preparation, professional marketing & branding, dressing for success, professionalism in the workplace and networking tips).
• Coordinate aspects of the Student Employment Program (including orientations and professional development for student employees and supervisors).
• Promote awareness of Non-Traditional Careers to students through technology, programs, outreach, and career related services and events.
• Plan, market, promote and assess events, programs, and initiatives.
• Track and document recruitment, retention, completion, and GPA of students served.
• Implement career related professional development, informational and recruiting events that connect employers with students, alumni, community job seekers.
• Prepare reports, evaluations, surveys and provide data analysis to demonstrate optimal effectiveness, strategic impact, and departmental success.
• Other duties as assigned

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Minimum of (1) year of experience advising or coaching in the areas of job, career, employment, workforce, or vocational development required.

• Must be able to teach job seekers how to tailor resumes and cover letters to match requirements and qualifications of job postings.
• Desire to develop competencies to serve diverse and underrepresented populations.
• Service-oriented with high emotional intelligence, critical thinking skills, good judgement, and interpersonal abilities.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with ability to present information to various audiences of all sizes via in-person or virtual platforms.
• Strong computer literacy. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to utilize career management software (CRM)
• Ability to collect, read and interpret data.
• Strong organizational skills; must be able to meet deadlines, manage time effectively, and operate in a team-oriented environment.
• Capability to work in teams, independently and be a self-starter is a must.
• Experience in virtual communication tools and familiarity with the professional use of social media. A desire to foster equity and inclusion in department and throughout the college.

Full Time

General Hours: Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 5:15 pm
Some evening hours and occasional weekends are required.

$47,470-$63,525

Salaried

FT Professionals Position

Moraine Valley offers a generous benefits plan which includes paid time off, tuition discounts, medical, dental, vision, and retirement benefits in a collaborative and friendly environment. These include:
• Health, Dental, Vision
• Life insurance, Optional life
• Disability insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• MVCC Tuition waiver
• SURS Retirement plan
• Vacation Days
• Holidays
• Sick Leave
• Personal days
• Bereavement days
• Tax-sheltered annuity plans

Visit these links to learn more about specific benefits for this Professionals position:
Benefit Highlights
Benefit Guide-Details

08/26/2024

AP00496P

08/12/2024

Yes

Please be sure to provide a tailored resume and cover letter that demonstrates how your experiences and abilities match requirements and qualifications of the position.

Please apply online with required documents (resume, cover letter and full application) for this position on jobs.morainevalley.edu.

Please do not use third party sites such as Indeed to submit your application. For information, contact HR at hr@morainevalley.edu.