Graduate Employment Specialist Position Available In Duval, Florida
Tallo's Job Summary: The Graduate Employment Specialist at Concorde Career College in Jacksonville, Florida, earns $23-25/hr. Responsibilities include achieving placement excellence, building relationships with students and employers, maintaining accurate documentation, delivering professional development workshops, engaging with healthcare employers, participating in campus activities, and undertaking additional assigned duties. Qualifications include an associate degree, 1-3 years of relevant experience, proficiency in Microsoft Office, goal-oriented mindset, strong interpersonal skills, adaptability, community knowledge, and critical thinking abilities.
Job Description
Graduate Employment Specialist
Employer
Concorde Career Colleges
Location
Jacksonville, Florida (US)
Salary
$23-25/hr
Date posted
Mar 26, 2025
View more categories The Graduate Employment Specialist (GES) at Concorde Career College plays a pivotal role in impacting the lives of our students and graduates. As a GES, you will manage relationships with students, employers, and alumni to facilitate effective matching, ensuring our graduates are placed in rewarding healthcare careers. Your commitment to world-class customer service and career development will empower our students to embark on their professional journeys successfully.
Your Role and Responsibilities:
Achieve Placement Excellence:
Meet or exceed accreditation benchmarks, ensuring that our graduates find meaningful employment opportunities.
Building Lasting Relationships:
Establish and maintain strong connections with students, graduates, and alumni to understand their skills and needs, facilitating optimal matching.
Documentation Excellence:
Maintain accurate documentation in CampusNexus and Graduate Employment files, ensuring the integrity of our records.
Professional Development:
Deliver impactful professional development workshops using resources like Pathway to Placement and other community assets.
Employer Engagement:
Cultivate and maintain relationships with healthcare employers, ensuring successful Concorde graduate placements. Coordinate student interviews professionally and follow up timely.
Campus Engagement:
Participate in campus activities such as graduation ceremonies, fairs, PAC meetings, and student appreciation events.
Other Duties:
Undertake additional responsibilities as assigned by the college.
Other Comments/Requirements:
Flexible Schedule:
Evening and occasional weekend work may be required to accommodate student and employer needs.
Your Qualifications:
Educational Background:
An associate degree or higher is required; a bachelor’s degree is preferred.
Relevant Experience:
1-3 years of experience in higher education career services, the placement industry, or Student Affairs.
Tech Savvy:
Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, TEAMS).
Goal-Oriented:
Experience in goal setting and meeting designated outcomes.
Strong Interpersonal Skills:
Excellent interpersonal, customer service, and organizational skills, with meticulous attention to detail.
Adaptable:
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Community Knowledge:
Familiarity with and relationships within the local community and employment opportunities.
Critical Thinking:
Advanced skills in critical thinking for training and career guidance
