Career Navigator - Trumbull County ESC

Trumbull County ESC Trumbull County Educational Service Center
- Niles, Ohio Open in Google Maps

Trumbull County ESC Trumbull County Educational Service Center
- Niles, Ohio

Job : 5533976 Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled Re-Posted: Jul 22, 2026 7:05 PM (UTC)

POSITION:

• Career Navigator
  -This position will support students across participating school districts in developing individualized career and academic plans aligned with their interests, strengths, and postsecondary goals.

CONTRACT & SALARY:

• 1 year, 210 day contract
• Per administrative salary schedule.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's Degree or higher in Counseling, Education or related field.
• Other qualifications of academic, professional and personal excellence as may be specified by the Governing Board.

TCESC RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conducts himself/herself within the mission, beliefs and goals of TCESC.
• Develops and takes responsibility for individual goal(s).
• Demonstrates a willingness to accommodate the needs of school districts.
• Develops and/or implements innovative ideas for educational programming.
• Maintains confidentiality of both student and personnel information and records.
• Attends meetings and professional development opportunities such asstate and regional conferences, workshops, and other professional events to ensure knowledge of latest research, best practices, and policy changes.
• Demonstrates ethical behavior, integrity and honesty.
• Interacts with individuals on a regular basis to communicate information and remain well-informed.
• Uses a data-based decision making framework and good judgment when solving problems.
• Exhibits effective oral and written communication skills.
• Accepts suggestions and criticism in a constructive manner.
• Demonstrates faithfulness and promptness in attendance at work.
• Exhibits care and protection of TCESC and school district property.
• Adheres to the local board of education and TCESC policies and administrative guidelines.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Support and advise in the development of Student Success Plans (SSPs) for students in grades 712, ensuring alignment with Ohio's graduation pathways and local district goals.
• Collaborate with school districts to maintain accurate, up-to-date records of student career plans, work-based learning experiences, and credential attainment across programs and partner sites.
• Provide career exploration and academic advising that supports students in meeting graduation requirements, including endorsements, seals, and industry-recognized credentials.
• Support at-risk students by collaborating with teachers, families, and administrators to remove barriers to academic and career success.
• Guide students in understanding postsecondary options, including college, apprenticeships, credentialing programs, and direct workforce entry.
• Serve as a member of the Business Advisory Council (BAC) to strengthen connections between education and industry.
• Collaborate with business and community partners to create career exploration, job shadowing, pre-apprenticeship, and internship opportunities for students.
• Facilitate classroom lessons, support K-12 curriculum as it aligns with industry standards, career fairs, site visits, and guest speaker events that promote awareness of local in-demand industries.
• Collaborate with school districts to intentionally expand and integrate career awareness programming for students 7-12, aligning activities with district priorities and local workforce needs.
• Partner with district teams to analyze student data, support and assist progress toward graduation requirements, and evaluate postsecondary readiness indicators to inform instructional and career pathway decisions.
• Assist in developing communication materials to promote student success stories, business partnerships, and program achievements.
• Work collaboratively with school counselors, CBI and CTE instructors, and district administrators to ensure compliance with Ohio Department of Education and Workforce (ODEW) requirements.
• Participate in district-wide committees, professional development, and regional initiatives related to workforce development and…