Student Success Specialist I

Student Success Specialist I Location:

Lehi, UT Status:

Full-Time Hours:

Monday-Friday; 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

Pay/Salary:

$37,640 Summary Are you passionate about helping others achieve their career goals? As the Career Services Specialist, you will play a vital role in shaping our students' futures by guiding them through the job search process and connecting them with meaningful employment opportunities. You will serve as the primary liaison between the College, students, and employers, fostering strong partnerships, delivering individualized career coaching, and ensuring successful employment outcomes. Your work directly contributes to student success and institutional excellence, making a lasting difference in the lives of our graduates and the communities they serve. Why Work with Us? The workplace culture and opportunities here at MTECH are benefits in and of themselves, but here's what you can expect from MTECH's generous benefits package:

Positive Work Culture:

Be a part of a friendly, team-oriented environment where your contributions are valued.

Comprehensive Health Coverage:

Enjoy affordable and extensive healthcare benefits.

Financial Peace of Mind:

14.2% retirement contributions and a 6.2% Social Security alternative.

Work-Life Balance:

Take advantage of paid holidays, personal leave, sick days, and vacation time.

Professional Growth:

Receive an MTECH tuition waiver after three months, opening doors to further your education and skills.

What You'll Do:

As a Career Services Specialist, you will be instrumental in helping students transition from education to employment. Responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to: Coordinating all aspects of job placement services, including managing employer job postings, strengthening external partnerships, and supporting advisory committee engagement.

Offering one-on-one coaching to students on resume writing, cover letter development, and interview preparation to boost job readiness and confidence.

Establishing and maintaining an effective communication network with faculty, staff, and local employers to enhance student placement opportunities.

Tracking student and employer engagement, analyzing employment outcomes, and preparing accurate monthly reports for internal use and accreditation compliance.

Planning and executing impactful campus events such as job fairs, career development workshops, and employer panels to broaden students' career horizons.

Supporting other college initiatives and events that align with career and workforce development.

What We're Looking For:

Education Requirements:

An associate's degree from an accredited institution is required. A combination of relevant education and/or a minimum of three years of experience in career services, business development, job placement, or a related field may be considered.

Experience:

Previous experience in project management, career advising, employer relations, or workforce development is strongly preferred. Experience working with diverse populations in an educational or professional setting is a plus.

Technical Skills:

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), as well as basic experience with database management and outcome tracking. Familiarity with Google Suite (Docs, Sheets, Slides) and graphics or presentation tools is beneficial.

Organizational Abilities:

Strong time management, planning, and multitasking skills to successfully coordinate career services events, maintain detailed records, and meet reporting deadlines.

Attention to

Detail:

Excellent problem-solving skills and a meticulous eye for detail when managing student/employer data, reviewing résumés, and compiling reports.

Communication & Outreach:

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, along with the ability to network and build relationships with employers, faculty, and community partners.

Career Coaching Skills:

Knowledge and application of résumé writing, cover letter development, job search strategies, and interview preparation techniques. Ready to Apply? If you are driven to empower students, connect people with opportunity, and contribute to meaningful workforce development, this is your chance to create a lasting impact. Apply to MTECH today and be a part of shaping brighter futures, one career at a time. To inquire about this position, email humanresources@mtec.edu. MTECH maintains the right to conduct a criminal history background check; employment is contingent upon background check results.

NONDISCRIMINATION STATEMENT

Mountainland Technical College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies: Lynn AdamsTitle IX Coordinator ladams@mtec.edu(801) 753-4245 Inquiries may also be sent to the Office for Civil Rights—Denver Office, U.S. Department of Education, in the Cesar E. Chavez Memorial Building, 1244 Speer Boulevard, Suite 310, Denver, CO,80204-3582. They can be reached by phone at 303-844-5695 (TTY at 800-877-8339), by fax at 303-844-4303, or by email at OCR.Denver@ed.gov.