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Career Success Coordinator

Newport News, VA

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About Centura College 
Centura College is a premier provider of hands-on technical and career training, offering programs in Allied Health and Skilled Trades. We are passionate about preparing the next generation of skilled professionals by equipping students with the tools, knowledge, and confidence to succeed in rewarding careers.

With flexible day and evening classes, real-world experience, and a supportive learning environment, Centura College is committed to making a difference in the lives of our students. Ready to inspire and guide future professionals? Apply today!

Location: 616 Denbigh Blvd, Newport News, VA 23608

Schedule: 

  • Monday and Wednesday:
    • 9:00AM - 6:00PM
  • Tuesday and Thursday: 
    • 10:00AM - 7:00PM
  • Friday: 8:00AM – 5:00PM
  • Occassional Saturdays: 8:00AM - 2:00PM

Compensation: Up to $28 per hour 

Are you passionate about student advocacy and career development? Do you enjoy building strong relationships with employers and students alike?

If so, we would love to hear from you! 

About the Role 

The Career Success Coordinator helps students successfully transition from enrollment to graduation and into meaningful employment. This position supports students throughout the full student lifecycle by proactively driving certification completion, career readiness, and placement preparation. 

As a Career Success Coordinator, you will engage students early to build strong and consistent relationships, supporting them through certification and placement. 

Key Responsibilities 

Performance & Accountability 

  • Actively manage a student caseload and meet defined performance metrics, which may include:  
    • Retention and persistence 
    • Certification readiness and attainment 
    • Graduation progression 
    • Career readiness and placement-related leading indicators 
    • Contribute to a performance-driven culture focused on measurable student outcomes 

Student Engagement & Advocacy 

  • Serve as a consistent point of contact and career readiness advocate for assigned students, building trust, rapport, and accountability 
  • Proactively identify and address barriers to certification readiness and job placement 

Certification Support 

  • Partner with the education team and student success coordinators to monitor certification readiness and drive certification outcomes  

Career Readiness & Placement Preparation 

  • Introduce career readiness concepts early in the student journey, including resume development, professional behavior, and labor market awareness 
  • Support students and graduates with career planning, job search strategies, and interview preparation 
  • Coordinate with employer engagement and career services partners to prepare students for successful entry into the placement window 
  • Assist with job applications, documentation, and placement-related follow-up as assigned 

Data, Documentation & Compliance 

  • Accurately document all student interactions, engagement activities, outcomes, and supporting materials  
  • Participate in cohort tracking, G&E chart confirmation, and required audits, including weekly and monthly reporting tied to student success metrics 

Events, Programming & Collaboration 

  • Support, participate in and/or facilitate workshops, application stations, commencement, alumni events, career fairs, and certification readiness activities 

Other Duties 

  • Perform additional responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor, including onboarding and ongoing training related to student success systems, performance metrics, and operational processes 

Qualifications 

Education 

  • High School Diploma or GED  
  • Associate or bachelor's degree preferred 

Experience 

  • 1–2 years of experience in student services, career services, advising, workforce development, recruiting, or a related support role 
  • 1 year of related experience in a proprietary (for profit), post-secondary educational setting preferred 

Skills 

  • Strong problem-solving, organizational, and written and verbal communication skills with a student-centered approach 
  • Comfortable working in a metrics-driven environment with shared accountability 
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office and willing to learn new systems 
  • A positive, team-oriented approach and willingness to work outside regular business hours and travel locally or overnight as needed 

Benefits 

We are proud to offer a competitive compensation package that supports your personal and professional well-being. Full-time employees are eligible for the following benefits: 

  • 401(k) with company match
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance 
  • Life insurance options 
  • Paid parental leave 
  • Paid time off (PTO) to promote work-life balance 
  • Tuition reimbursement for continued education 
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for personal and professional support 

We are committed to fostering a workplace that values integrity, growth, and student success. 

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