Graduate Employment Specialist

Graduate Employment SpecialistThe Graduate Employment Specialist (GES) is responsible for managing relationships with students and employers to execute effective job matching such that graduates are placed and tracked in a way that meets/exceed benchmarks. The GES advises and develops students/graduates regarding career/job search process through world class customer service to prepare them for employment. This position handles day - to- day administrative duties for the GE department. All Concorde associates are required to display professionalism and uphold Concorde’s Mission and the core values of respect for the individual, integrity, teamwork, customer service, and achievement.In addition to joining an organization with an outstanding mission, Concorde is happy to provide the following Benefits You'll Love -Tuition Waiver: Enjoy a tuition waiver after 6 months of employment for you AND your immediate family offered at UTI and Concorde campusesPaid Time Off: Competitive paid time off programs for employees (Vacation, Sick, Flexible)Retirement Matching: 50% match on the first 6% of your contributions after 90 daysPaid Parental Leave: 4 weeks of paid leave for both birthing and non-birthing parents to bond with a new babyCompetitive Insurance: Health, vision, and dental coverage for you and your dependentsPet Insurance: Competitive coverage for your furry family members through ASPCAHealth Plan Enrollment: Eligibility starts first of the month following completing one full month of employmentHourly Pay for this position ranges between$23-$28/hrdepending upon education & experience. Principal Accountabilities & DeliverablesMeet or exceed placement accreditation benchmarks as assignedBuild and maintain relationships with students, graduates, alumni so as to ensure continuity of contact, understanding of skills/needs and effective job matchingTimely and accurate maintenance of documentation in CampusNexus and Graduate Employment filesDeliver/facilitate impactful professional development workshops (via Pathway to Placement and other community resources)Build/maintain relationships with employers to ensure continuity of relationship and successful Concorde graduate placement.Manage process of student interviews ensuring timely and professional follow up and coordinationAssist in planning and participate in campus activities such as graduation ceremonies, job fairs, PAC meetings, etc.Other duties as assigned (to include Student Appreciation events)Education / ExperienceAssociate degree or higher required. Bachelor’s degree preferred1-3 years of experience in higher education career services, placement industry or Student AffairsMicrosoft Office proficiency (Outlook, Word, Excel, Power Point, TEAMS)Goal setting/quota experience to meet designated outcomesExcellent interpersonal, customer service and organizational skills including attention to detailAbility to work in a fast-paced environmentKnowledge of/relation with community and local employment opportunitiesExhibits advanced skills to include critical thinking in training and career guidanceAbilitiesOther Requirements: Evening and possibly some weekend work requiredStandard AbilitiesAble and willing to:Communicate, think, learn, and reasonUse computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to process transactions, store documents, enter data, or perform assigned tasksSafely ambulate and/or maneuver when on-site at Company locationsDemonstrate and utilize active listening, inductive reasoning, information ordering and category flexibilityAbility to use good judgment, problem-solving and decision-making skillsAbility to maintain confidentiality and manage sensitive information with discretionAbility to work in a fast-paced environment where deadlines are essential and multiple projects are worked simultaneouslyAbility to gain, understand and apply information and data as it relates essential functions of the positionAbility to foster long-term relationships with stakeholders

Created: 2025-10-04