Career Readiness Coordinator

Career Readiness Coordinator

About CT State Connecticut State Community College (CT State) was launched on July 1, 2023, through the consolidation of Connecticut's 12 community colleges. With campuses and satellite locations statewide, CT State serves all 169 towns and neighboring states. As the largest community college in New England, CT State is committed to providing high-quality, affordable, and accessible education that supports students' academic, career, and personal success.

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• Posted:
  August 6, 2026
• Level: Community College Professional 16, 12-month, Special Appointment
• Employment Type:
  
  Temporary position, non-tenure track position (Grant-Funded)
• Hours:
  
  Full-time, 35 hours per week
• Anticipated
  
  Start Date:
  
  November 2026
• Work Location:
  
  CT State Norwalk (188 Richards Avenue, Norwalk, CT 06854)
• Work Modality:
  On site;
  Position is not remote
• Closing Date:
  Open until filled, with priority consideration given to applicants who submit materials by Wednesday, September 2, 2026.

CT State Community College system offers two-year liberal arts degree programs in an open enrollment environment and also offers a broad range of career, occupational and technical certificate programs in order to meet the varied learning needs of the populations served. These programs emphasize the linkage between academic studies and practical career application.

The Career Readiness Coordinator collaborates with the Director of Career Services in developing career-related job opportunities among area employers for the students of a Community College. The Coordinator also assists in development, administration and marketing of programs which integrate students' academic studies with practical work experience in their career fields. These programs may encompass such areas as cooperative education, career services, and special grant-funded programs.

Under the direction of the Director of Cooperative Education or Career Services or other administrator, the Career Readiness Coordinator is accountable for promoting and obtaining the participation of employers in programs for placement of the College's students in career-related internships and jobs to provide students with experience and permanent employment through effective performance in these essential duties:

• Development of employment opportunities
  
  Marketing the College's career programs to employers, students, and faculty
  
  Guiding students on career-related employment and skill-building
• Attendance and participation at convocation and commencement ceremonies
  
  Service on assigned committees and task forces
  
  Attendance and participation at committee, staff, informational and professional meetings which may occur during evenings and weekends.

This posting outlines qualifications, experience, and skills but is not limited to the full specifications in the official job description.

Bachelor's degree in an appropriately relevant field with two (2) or more years of experience applying those disciplines in a field related to career development, placement, education administration, or business; or a combination of education, training and experience that would lead to the competencies required for successful performance of the position's essential duties

• Job placement or recruiting
• Career advising or counseling
• Experience in a college/university setting
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds, including individuals with disabilities.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams).

• Two (2) or more years of experience developing new business opportunities and building and maintaining employer relationships.
• Experience with career services and recruiting software platforms (e.g., Handshake, Symplicity, 12twenty, or similar platforms).
• Demonstrated experience developing and implementing marketing, outreach, and social media strategies.
• Two (2) or more years of experience managing internship, cooperative education, or other experiential learning programs.

• Salary $63,585approximate annual
  
  This Grant Funded position has the potential of renew annually.
• CT State offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:
  Generous leave policies
  
  Multiple retirement plan options
  
  Comprehensive health insurance choices
  
  Supplemental benefits for retirement and family protection
  
  Tuition reimbursement (if applicable)

• Proof of eligibility to work under the Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA)
• Successful completion of a background check, including granting permission to contact current and previous employers for verification, reference checks, criminal history, and, when applicable,…