Career Planning and Development - Career Readiness & Success Coordinator

TITLE: Career Readiness & Success Coordinator

DEPARTMENT: Student Success

EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Full-Time

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIP: Reports to the Dean of Student Success and Life Skills

 

JOB PURPOSE:
The Career Readiness & Success Coordinator supports the development of students’ career readiness and professional identity through individualized guidance, experiential learning opportunities, and career-focused programming. This position assists students in exploring career pathways, preparing for internships and early career opportunities, and building foundational professional skills aligned with Wagner College’s four distinct education programs/schools. The Coordinator serves as a visible and approachable resource for students while supporting broader student success initiatives.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

Essential Functions:

Student Career Readiness Support

• Provide one-on-one and small group coaching to assist students in clarifying career interests, identifying strengths, values, and goals, and creating actionable career plans
• Support students with resume and cover letter development, LinkedIn profiles, interview preparation, and internship/job search strategies
• Administer and interpret career interest assessments to support student career exploration
• Facilitate drop-in hours and scheduled student appointments

Experiential Learning & Internship Coordination

• Assist students in identifying and applying for internships and experiential learning opportunities
• Promote and coordinate experiential learning opportunities including internships, service learning, job shadowing, site visits, and career panels
• Support internship placement processes and monitor student participation and progress
• Collaborate with faculty and campus partners to expand student access to internship and employer partnerships
• Serve as a primary point of contact for students seeking internship and employment opportunities
• Guide students in navigating job boards, career platforms, and employer engagement opportunities
• Share timely information regarding openings, application processes, and opportunity timelines

Career Readiness Programming

• Design and facilitate workshops, webinars, and programs focused on career readiness topics including:
  • Resume writing
  • Internship search strategies
  • Professional communication
  • Networking
  • Workplace expectations
• Support employer engagement activities including career fairs, networking events, and industry panels
• Facilitate career exploration sessions for first-year seminar students
• Stay informed on labor market trends and emerging career opportunities to support advising and programming

Career Resource Support

• Develop and maintain career readiness materials including resume templates, guides, and tip sheets
• Support career platforms such as Handshake and similar systems
• Ensure students have access to current and accessible career resources

Data Management & Reporting

• Track and report student participation, internship placements, student outcomes, and career development milestones

Collaboration & Student Engagement

• Work collaboratively with campus partners to support career readiness and student success initiatives
• Participate in cross-functional efforts related to life skills and student development
• Serve as a visible and approachable resource for students seeking career readiness and student success support

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree required
• 0–3 years of experience in higher education, student support, advising, or related fields
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively with diverse student populations
• Strong organizational and time management skills

Preferred:

• Experience in internships, career services, or student-facing roles
• Familiarity with resume writing and job search tools
• Interest in student success and career development

Wagner College, founded in 1883, seamlessly blends professional programs with a liberal arts grounding for a comprehensive, experiential-forward education that fosters well-rounded, adaptable graduates. The college’s verdant residential campus offers a traditional college experience on New York City’s Staten Island.

Wagner prides itself on robust student support services, including personalized academic advising, comprehensive career counseling, and a wide array of wellness programs. Students are prepared not only for professional success but also for meaningful lives through the faculty’s dedication to promoting scholarship, achievement, leadership and citizenship.

Wagner College offers a generous benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, pension and paid time off benefits to all full-time employees. The Wagner College Office of Human Resources partners with all members of the College community to cultivate a work environment that values equal opportunity, diversity equity inclusion and access, professional development and individual excellence.

Wagner College provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Wagner College complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.