Career and Employment Services Coordinator Tacoma Community College

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2 Tacoma, WA Job Details Full-time $68,000 a year 6 hours ago Benefits 401(a) AD&D insurance Paid holidays Disability insurance Dependent care reimbursement Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Paid time off Vision insurance 403(b) Life insurance Paid sick time Qualifications Writing skills Employee relationship building Communication platforms Special events experience

Full Job Description Who We Are Priority Consideration Date:

October 8, 2026 Located in the scenic Puget Sound area with nearby mountain ranges and Mount Rainier in the distance, Tacoma is surrounded by outdoor recreational opportunities such as hiking, boating and camping. Tacoma, Washington has been ranked as one of the most livable cities in the country, due to the increasing career opportunities, cultural diversity and community engagement, just to name a few. Tacoma Community College (TCC) was built on the ancestral territory of Coast Salish peoples, specifically the Puyallup and Squaxin Island Tribes. The 1854 Medicine Creek Treaty forcibly removed them to Reservations to make way for colonizers; we recognize the privilege of utilizing this land has come at a great cost. We honor the resilience of the Puyallup and Squaxin Island people, who still live here, defend their rights, and contribute greatly to the well-being of our community. Our institution aims to increase partnerships and community ties with the local indigenous populations. Moreover, TCC stands in solidarity with Black Lives Matter and the Black community by further strengthening collaboration with the Black Student Union as well as community entities such as the Tacoma-Pierce County Black Collective, the Tacoma Urban League, and local black-owned businesses. In addition, we strongly support the Stop Asian Hate movement and have an active Asian Pacific Islander Student Club as well as an Asian and Pacific Islander Faculty and Staff Coalition. TCC is committed to developing more culturally responsive curricula by infusing and incorporating more educational content focused on the lives, experiences, and contributions of Native, Black, Asian, and other marginalized communities. We continually strive to become an anti-racist institution. We are specifically focusing on improved support for traditionally marginalized populations, including Black/African

• American, Indigenous, People of Color, Dreamers, justice-involved, immigrants and refugees, Veterans, people with disabilities, and the LGBTQ+ community.

To this end, TCC seeks applicants who: Value intellectual curiosity and innovative teaching Welcome difference and model respectful interaction with others Recognize and honor the important role that diversity brings to an educational community Are committed to educating a racially and socioeconomically diverse student population Are committed to teaching in a community college setting Care deeply about student success Intentionally support and promote efforts related to equity, diversity, and inclusion Honor TCC's mission promoting equitable access to educational opportunities Reflect the diversity of our community Position Summary Tacoma Community College is seeking a dynamic and innovative individual to serve as our Career and Employment Services Coordinator. The coordinator will serve in a key role in ensuring students are supported in all aspects of career development including career choice and planning and job search and employment assistance. This position promotes the visibility of career services across the campus and ensures the smooth operation of the Career Center in its services to students, instructors, staff, alumni and employers. This position will work closely with Program Pathways Specialist, Advisors, Navigators and faculty to implement strategies that are student and industry focused resulting in increased awareness and access to information, resources and guidance with a focus on decreasing equity gaps in enrollment and retention. This position is part of the Academic Affairs division and Workforce Education Department and works closely with key departments in the Student Affairs Division. This is a full time, exempt position. Essential Functions Coordinate the operations of the Career Center and evaluates and maximizes the usage of services and tools by the campus. Deliver targeted career and employment focused services, activities and events in collaboration with Career Pathway Specialists, other college staff and community partners. Support the work of the Pathway Specialists, Advisors and Navigators to identify and address the career development needs of special populations including ELA/BEdA, Workforce, Returning Adults, first generation, and others. Facilitate and provide collaborative programing such as job and career fairs, employer specific events, panels and spotlights to ensure student access to relevant and timely information Provide one-on-one and group services to students, alumni, and community members in the areas of job search and career planning Guide students on aspects of career planning and job search to include job search strategies, resume development, completing job applications, cover letter writing, job interview skills, networking, LinkedIn, employer research, career planning, and career resources Support the work of the Transfer Pathways Specialist in their work to strengthen career and transfer knowledge and strong connections to partner institutions. Support, train and supervise other career center staff (student and part-time) to ensure delivery of high-quality job search/ career planning information which is relevant to student needs. Support faculty in the development and delivery of in-class and virtual workshops regarding job search and career development topics; Understand the college programs/majors, their related employment environments and the employment practices in each field. Maintain current knowledge of labor market conditions, local employers and hiring trends. Provide labor market information to students, staff and administration. Collaborate with college leaders to create connection points to support employer relations at the college. Respond to employer inquiries about recruiting at the college and engage in employer outreach. Ensure employers have information about posting jobs, setting up recruiting tables and participating in employer events such as speaker panels and job fairs Maintain knowledge and appropriate referral mechanisms for community agencies and organizations providing career and employment resources.

This includes programs such as:

WIOA, Employment Security, Worksource Pierce and others. Manage campus tools related to career exploration and job posting Track and report the usage of career services in the center and recommend strategies and improvements based on data. Collaborate with faculty, advisors, specialists, counselors, navigators and others across campus on initiatives to improve career and job search services for students Qualifications Education to

Experience Equivalences:

Associate's Degree = 2 years | Bachelor's Degree = 4 years | Master's Degree = 6 years Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university OR an Associate's degree and 2 years of professional experience in a related field Demonstrated collaboration skills Strong organizational and service and event planning skills Strong written and oral communication skills Direct experience with presenting information to individuals, small groups and/or large audiences. Intermediate knowledge of and skills with technology including software programs for communication, data collection, and decision making. Preferred Qualifications Experience providing career and employment related advising, coaching, or counseling Experience working with job seekers or diverse backgrounds and needs Experience with current career development and employment/ job search tools Experience working directly with employers/building relationships with business The successful candidate must demonstrate A commitment to cultural diversity and awareness in the workplace Ethics, integrity, and sound professional judgement The ability to maintain confidentiality around student information and abide by FERPA regulations The ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team Robust problem-solving and critical-thinking skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Tact and diplomacy in responding to difficult, stressful, or sensitive interpersonal situations in ways that reduce or minimize potential conflict and maintain good working relationships among internal and external customers. The ability to actively prioritize and multitask Conditions Of Employment The finalist for this position will be subject to a criminal background check prior to the start of employment. Information from the background check will not necessarily prevent employment but will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis by HR staff. Tacoma Community College has no responsibility or obligation to sponsor an H-1B visa. In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, proof of authorization to work in the United States will be required at the time of hire. Application Process Tacoma Community College application Resume and cover letter. In your cover letter indicate how your background and experience meets the qualifications for this position.

UNOFFICIAL

Copies of transcripts for all colleges and universities attended (official transcripts will be required for the successful candidate).

Diversity Statement:

Tacoma Community College is committed to creating and supporting a multicultural climate that welcomes, fosters, respects, and celebrates diversity. Please attach a statement (maximum two pages) describing your experiences with other cultures and communities, your level of cultural self-awareness, and how you have integrated both experience and self-awareness into your living/working environment. Terms of Employment This is a full-time professional position contracted on an annual basis. The salary for this position is $68,000

• 68,000annually.

Possibility for hybrid work (on-campus and remote) schedule to be approved by the College Administration. Flexibility in scheduling is required to meet the department's needs. Occasional evenings night, or weekend work may be required. Summer schedule may consist of four 10-hour days. Tacoma Community College offers a comprehensive healthcare benefits package for you and your dependents including medical, dental, and vision insurance. Life and long-term disability insurance plans; vacation, sick, and personal leave; and retirement benefits are also provided. Tacoma Community College values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator. Tacoma Community College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, religion, or status as a veteran of war. Prohibited sex discrimination includes sexual harassment (unwelcome sexual conduct of various types). Provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Federal Rehabilitation Act. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Patricia McCray Roberts, Title VII and Title IX, Building 14, 253-566-5051; Kathryn Held, Section 504 Officer, Building 7, 253-566-5328.Tacoma Community College is a smoke-free/drug free environment. This recruitment announcement does not reflect the entire job description and can be changed and or modified without notice. Tacoma Community College Human Resources 6501 S 19th St Bldg. 14, Tacoma

WA 98466

The benefits information presented on this page is a summary of College provided benefits. This information is subject to change and is subject to the provisions of any legislative mandates and College policy changes. For more detailed information about Tacoma Community College (TCC) benefits, please do not hesitate to contact the College benefits coordinator at (253) 566-5024. TCC offers a comprehensive benefits package which include medical, dental, life insurance, and long

• term disability insurance through the Public Employee Benefits Board (PEBB), along with retirement benefits through TIAA and the Department of Retirement System Eligibility Full-time faculty, classified staff, administrators and professional staff are eligible for benefits.

Hourly employees and part-time faculty may be eligible for benefits if, and when, they meet specific criteria and are notified by TCC Human Resources. Effective Date of Coverage Coverage begins the first day of the month following the date of hire, or date of achieving eligibility status. If the date of hire is the first working day of the month, coverage begins immediately. Health Insurance Medical Plans Eligible employees have several medical plan options to select from (provided by PEBB). Employees pay a monthly premium through payroll deduction. Premium Rates Effective January 1, 2024

Resources:

PEBB Website Medical Plan information PEBB Medical Plan Comparison Dental Plans Employees choose from three dental plans. TCC covers the full dental premium for employees and enrolled dependents.

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Dental Plan Comparison Vision Covered under medical plan chosen. Waiving Medical Coverage If you have other employer-based medical insurance, Medicare or TRICARE, you have the option to waive PEBB medical coverage. Dental is mandatory for all eligible employees and cannot be waived, unless enrolled in dental coverage as a dependent under a SEBB (School District Employee Benefits Board) plan. Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA) & Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP) & Limited Purpose

FSA FSA & DCAP

accounts allow employees to set aside pre-taxed dollars to cover out-of-pocket health care and/or childcare expenses. Members of WFSE (HE CCC) and WPEA, will be eligible to receive a $250 FSA card if employed as of November 1, 2023 with an annual full-time equivalent salary of less than $60,000, and is enrolled in a non-CDHP medical plan as of January 1 of the plan year that FSA funds are made available. This card is issued by PEBB in the following January and does not count against the annual FSA limit, if enrolled in an FSA with Navia. The Limited Purpose FSA is eligible for employees who are enrolled in a consumer-directed health plan (CDHP) that has a Health Savings Account. The Limited Purpose FSA is only for dental and vision expenses.

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Navia Benefit Solutions Life Insurance Benefits eligible employees, lawful spouse or same-sex domestic partner, dependent children under 26 years of age are eligible to enroll in life insurance. Coverage is effective first of the month following the date of employment for basic coverage; for optional coverage, amounts become effective the first of the month following approval date.

Basic Coverage :

$35,000 Basic Term Life & $5,000 Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) This is employer-provided at no cost to the employee. Supplemental Life Insurance Coverage(s) : Any supplemental term life insurance and AD&D coverage for employee, lawful spouse, qualified same-sex domestic partner, and family is available at additional cost to the employee.

Resource:

MetLife Life Insurance Long Term Disability (LTD)

Basic LTD:

Provides 60% of the first $400 pre-disability earnings, reduced by any deductible income at no cost to the employee.

Supplemental LTD :

Supplemental LTD coverage to replace at 60% or 50% of full pre-disability earnings is available at an additional cost to the employee.

Resource:

PEBB Long-Term Disability Insurance

PAID LEAVE

Classified staff, Administrators, and Professional staff are eligible for paid vacation, sick leave, and personal leave, along with paid federal holidays. Classified Monthly vacation entitlement amounts can vary from 11.33 to 16.67 hours per month depending on the length of state service. Administrator/Exempt Professional vacation leave is 16.00 hours per month. Monthly sick leave entitlement is 8.00 hours per month based on 100% FTE position and will be prorated accordingly if less than 100% FTE. Annual personal leave entitlement varies depending on employee type. Full-time classified, administrators, and professional staff are paid for all federal holidays. Full-time faculty receive 84.00 hours of paid sick leave per academic year along with 28.00 hours of personal leave. Full-time faculty are paid on an annual contract and do not receive pay for federal holidays. Part-time faculty receive sick leave each quarter using a formula based on the total FTE% from the cumulative teaching contracts issued to them that quarter. They would receive 7.00 hours of personal leave if they are issued a multi-quarter appointment at the start of the academic year. Part-time faculty do not receive pay for federal holidays. Part-time hourly and student employees receive 1 hour of sick leave for every 40 hours worked in a month (and fractions, thereof). Up to 40 hours of sick leave can carry over from one calendar year to the next. If a part-time hourly or student employee is hired into a full-time position, the sick leave hours earned in the part-time position do not carry over to the full-time position. Part-time hourly and student employees are not paid for federal holidays. Monthly entitlements are given at the beginning of the following month. All employees in salaried positions may take up to five days of paid bereavement time off for the death of a family member. This is separate from the sick leave or vacation leave.

RETIREMENT

Retirement participation is mandatory for retirement benefit eligible TCC employees. Employees are offered a choice between two retirement plans and that choice is generally irrevocable while employed at TCC. Classified Employees and (retirement eligible) Part-Time hourly: Classified employees and eligible part-time hourly employees must choose between the Public Employees Retirement Systems (PERS) Plan 2 or Plan 3. More information about these plans can be found at this link:

Department of Retirement Systems Plans Faculty:

Faculty can choose to enroll in the State Board Retirement Plan (SBRP) with the plan administrator being TIAA or the Teachers Retirement System (TRS) Plan 2 or Plan 3 administered by the Department of Retirement System (DRS). Prior history in any of these plans may limit current plan choice. SBRP

• TIAA
• This is a Defined Contribution Plan. The employee contributes a mandatory defined amount and the state matches the employee's contributions. Contribution rates are based on age. TRS Plan 2
• A 401(a) defined benefit plan. TCC and employee contribute a percentage of salary to fund the plan. Your monthly benefit at retirement will be based on your earned service credit and compensation. TRS Plan 3
• A 401(a) hybrid plan with Defined Benefit and Defined Contribution components.

The defined contribution portion of the plan is funded through mandatory employee contributions. The employee may choose between six contribution options. TCC contributes to Defined Benefit part. Administrative/Exempt Employees Administrators and Exempt employees may choose to participate in the State Board Retirement Plan (SBRP), administered by TIAA, or the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) Plan 2 or Plan 3, administered by the Department of Retirement Systems (DRS). Prior history in a Washington State Retirement Plan may limit plan choice.

SBRP/TIAA

• This is a 401(a) Defined Contribution Plan. The employee contributes a mandatory defined amount and the state matches the employee's contributions. Contribution rates are based on age. PERS Plan 2
• A 401(a) defined benefit plan. TCC and employee contribute a percentage of salary to fund the plan. Your monthly benefit at retirement will be based on your earned service credit and compensation. PERS Plan 3
• A 401(a) hybrid plan with Defined Benefit and Defined Contribution components. The defined contribution portion of the plan is funded through mandatory employee contributions. The employee may choose between six contribution options. TCC contributes to Defined Benefit part. PERS Rates Effective September 1, 2023 TRS Rates Effective September 1, 2023. State Board Retirement Plan (SBRP)

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Contributions Rates:

Contributions are based on your age:

Voluntary Retirement Savings:

State Board Voluntary Investment Program (SBVIP): SBVIP is a voluntary, optional, unmatched retirement savings plan, operating under Section 403(b) of the Internal Revenue Code (IRC), administered by

TIAA. SBVIP

participants may contribute on a pre-tax and/or after-tax (Roth) basis, up to the annual IRS limit and can start and stop their contributions at any time during employment. Contact Human Resources to start/stop contributions. Deferred Compensation Program (DCP): Tax-deferred savings plan administered by the Department of Retirement Systems. New Full-time employees are automatically enrolled in DCP 3 months after hire at a contribution rate of 3%. Employees are sent a notification letter within approximately 30 days of hire. This notice includes information about auto-enrollment and the necessary steps to take if one chooses to opt-out or make changes to their DCP enrollment. Contributions can be changed at any time during employment. Following the initial auto

• enrollment possibility, employees would contact DRS to setup contributions and can contribute on a pre
• tax basis up to the annual IRS limit.

Tuition Waiver Administrative, Classified, Full-time Faculty, and Part-Time faculty employed for more than 50% FTE are eligible to register for space-available classes, up to 10 credits per quarter, with the State Employee Tuition Waiver program. Class registration and any applicable class fee will still apply. Liberty Mutual PEBB members may receive a discount of up to 12% off Liberty Mutual's auto insurance rates and up to 5% off of Liberty Mutual's home insurance rates. Contact Liberty Mutual at 1-800-706-5525 and mention that you are a State of Washington PEBB Member (client #8246) or visit a local Liberty Mutual office and let them know you are State of Washington PEBB Member (client #8246) for a quote.

Collective Bargaining Agreements:

WFSE Higher Education Community College Coalition:

WFSE (HE CCC) CBA ()

WPEA Higher Education:

WPEA CBA

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WFSE Represented Exempt Bargaining Unit:

WFSE-Exempt CBA TCC Faculty Negotiated Agreement:

TCC Faculty Negotiated Agreement