College Visions · 18 hours ago
College to Career Program Manager
Providence, RI
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$65K/yr - $70K/yr
3+ years expCollege Visions is one of the oldest college success organizations in Rhode Island, empowering first-generation students to earn their college degrees. The College to Career Program Manager ensures that CV Scholars have access to resources and support for career exploration and professional development, overseeing career programming and student support throughout the college to career transition.
EducationHigher Education
Responsibilities
Design and implement a career exploration and development curriculum
Plan and facilitate career readiness workshops on topics such as resume writing, interview preparation, networking, and professional communication
Organize and execute career-related events and activities, including CV’s annual First-Gen Career Summit
Develop and maintain career resources for students, including job search guides and job and internship databases
Provide one-on-one and group advising to students on career exploration, professional development, and job search strategies
Support students in securing internships, fellowships, and other professional experiences
Guide students through the job and graduate school application process
Oversee CV’s career mentoring program, including recruiting and training professionals to serve as mentors for CV Scholars, managing mentor-mentee matching, and providing ongoing support to ensure productive mentoring relationships
Cultivate and maintain relationships with volunteers, employers, and industry professionals to expand career development opportunities for students
Work closely with the College Access and College Success teams to integrate career development into student programming
Track and evaluate program outcomes, using student feedback and data to continuously improve the CCP program
Seek out external professional development opportunities and maintain familiarity with best practices and emerging research in career services, workforce development, and employment trends
Build a network of professional contacts
Strive for excellence, reflect on challenges, and celebrate victories
Qualification
Required
Passion for CV's mission and commitment to educational and career equity for first-generation, low-income students
Bachelor's degree required
3+ years of experience in career services, workforce development, student advising, or a related field
Experience developing and delivering career-focused programming, including workshops, events, and mentorship initiatives
Strong advising and coaching skills, with the ability to support students from diverse backgrounds
Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with students, volunteers, employers, and community partners
Excellent organizational, communication, and facilitation skills
Ability to manage multiple projects, work independently, and collaborate effectively with a team
Preferred
Master's degree or certification in career counseling, education, student affairs, or a related field preferred
Benefits
Generous time off
Hybrid work schedule
Medical/dental/vision
Retirement match
Other benefits
Company
College Visions
College Visions is to empower low-income and first-generation college-bound students to realize the promise of higher education.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
$0.03MKey Investors
Panera Bread FoundationBankNewportRhode Island Foundation
2024-03-19Grant
2023-07-18Grant
2022-02-10Grant· $0.01M
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