Student Transition Coordinator

Student Transition Coordinator Laredo College - 4.6 Laredo, TX Job Details Full-time $56,193 - $67,687 a year 1 day ago Qualifications Working with post-secondary students Employee relationship building Driver's License Bachelor's degree Full Job Description Salary $56,193.00 - $67,687.00 Annually Location Fort McIntosh Campus, West End Washington Street, Laredo, TX 78040 Job Type Full Time Job Number 00860 Division Community Education Department Continuing Education Opening Date 06/12/2026 Closing Date 6/26/2026 11:59 PM Central Pay Grade 104 Duties and Responsibilities Essential Duties and Responsibilities The Student Transition Coordinator supports students enrolled in Continuing Education (CE) programs as they transition into credit academic pathways and/or the workforce. This position tracks student outcomes, including employment rates and academic transition data, to support the CE programs' effectiveness. The coordinator connects transitioning students with internal resources such as Financial Aid, Advising, Enrollment Services, and Career Services & Innovation. Additionally, the role develops partnerships with external employers and community organizations to support students transitioning into the workforce. Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities Maintain an active caseload of CE students; conduct intake, career advising, and goal setting for students transitioning to employment and/or academic programs. Collaborate with faculty and staff to identify students nearing program completion and provide proactive transition support. Manage assigned student caseload by providing ongoing advising, monitoring progress, and facilitating successful transitions into employment or further education. Utilize the student database system to monitor and document student employment and academic transition outcomes. Develop and maintain partnerships with employers and community organizations. Organize presentations to connect transiting students with internal resources such as Financial Aid, Advising, Enrollment Service, and Career Services. Conduct follow-up outreach with students to monitor post-program outcomes and progress. Coordinate job placement opportunities, internships, and apprenticeships for continuing education students. Promote career readiness by referring students to campus and community services such as the Career Services & Innovation Center and Workforce Solutions for South Texas and follow up to confirm successful connection. Collaborate with CE Coordinators to schedule workshops, employer engagement activities, and student support events in alignment with course schedules. Participate in community outreach events for the promotion of Continuing Education programs. Serve as a liaison to external employers for program completion verification. Support the coordination of the Continuing Education Advisory Committee by engaging employers, workforce agencies, and community stakeholders to participate in advisory discussions aligned with program and workforce needs. Participate in required accreditation procedures and activities through Institutional Effectiveness planning. Participate in professional development activities, industry meetings, workforce conferences, and training sessions to maintain knowledge of workforce trends and best practices. Perform additional duties assigned by the Dean of Community Education, Associate Provost/Strategic & South Campus Administrator, Provost/Vice President of Academic Affairs, and President.

Qualifications/Certifications/Licenses/Skills NOTICE:

Required Documents To be considered for this position, you are required to upload your resume and unofficial transcript(s). If recommended for this position, an official transcript(s) will be required. In addition, if a license or certificate is required for this position, upload proof of your current license/certificate.

Required:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution. 3 years of full-time experience supporting adult learners in education, workforce development, career services, academic advising, or related student transition services. A current State Driver's License.

Preferred:

1 year of full-time professional experience coordinating employer engagement initiatives, career coaching, case management, or supporting student transitions into employment or further education, preferably within a higher education or workforce development setting. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Ability to provide student-centered support and guidance to diverse populations. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) Google Applications and Career Management Systems. Ability to collect, analyze, and interpret student academic/workforce transition data. Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage a student caseload, coordinate events, and meet reporting deadlines. Effective written and oral communication skills in English and Spanish, with the ability to prepare outreach materials, deliver presentations, advise students, and employers. Interpersonal skills to build and maintain positive relationships with students, faculty, staff, employers, and community partners. Ability to analyze student progress and employment outcomes, and to provide proactive support based on early indicators. Problem-solving and critical thinking skills to address students' needs, connect them with resources, and recommend solutions. Ability to plan, coordinate, and promote workshops, employer visits, and other successful student activities. Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive student information appropriately. Commitment to professional development and staying current on workforce practices, labor market trends, and transition strategies for adult learners. Additional Information Introductory Review Period All hires are subject to a 90 day introductory review period. Supervision Exercised N/A Supervision Received Director or Continuing Education. Physical Requirements While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move items weighing up to 50 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work Environment Work is performed in a standard office environment. Work inside a well-lighted and air-conditioned area most of the time. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate. Safety Required to work safely and follow safety rules. Report unsafe working conditions and behavior. Take reasonable and prudent actions to prevent others from engaging in unsafe practices. Special Conditions Immediate supervisor may assign other duties. May be required to work outside regular working hours, as needed. May be required to work at a different college work site or campus as needed. EEO Statement In compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Executive Order 11246 and Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Laredo College is open to all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, or national origin who are otherwise eligible for admission as students. Furthermore, Laredo College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and no applicant or employee will be discriminated against because of race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability or national origin. This institution will not enter knowingly into any contractual agreement for services or supplies with any firm failing to follow fair employment practices. Foreign Degrees Foreign degrees require an evaluation for United States equivalency from an approved stated education agency or having membership with the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES). Transcripts issued outside the United States of America require a course-by-course analysis with an equivalency statement from a certified transcript evaluation service verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA. This report must be attached to your online application at the time of applying. For your convenience, we have provided the following links to assist you in complying with this requirement. However, you may use any other certified transcript evaluation service.

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gov/Texas_Educators/Certification/Out-of-state_Certification/Foreign_Credential_Evaluation_Services/ http:

//www.naces.org/members.htm Disclaimer The above description is an overview of the job. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities of the job, nor is it intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Duties and responsibilities may change with business needs. LC reserves the right to add, change, amend, or delete portions of this job description at any time, with or without notice. Employees may be required to perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned. In addition, reasonable accommodations may be made by LC as its discretion to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.