Director of the Career Center

Education
Education
Bellevue, ID

Key Responsibilities:

  • Program Development and Execution
    • Seek new and relevant career opportunities for youth.
    • Plan and implement career exploration camps, internships, and apprenticeships for local students and recent graduates.
    • Oversee curriculum, resources, staffing, and training so programs are well-prepared and run smoothly.
    • Regularly observe programming, including student engagement and partner participation, and make adjustments to improve the experiences.
    • Solicit feedback on the program experiences with all stakeholders, respond to feedback and continually revise for improvement.
  • Internships and Pre-apprenticeships
    • Coordinate with local employers and partners to set up and support internships and pre-apprenticeships for students.
    • Support placement of students into appropriate experiences, ensuring alignment with their interests and readiness.
    • Build and manage systems to document student learning and track participation in programming.
  • Employer Partnership Management
    • Build and maintain relationships with local industry and nonprofit partners to support Career Center experiences.
    • Identify workforce needs in the Wood River Valley and align programming to address those needs.
    • Communicate with partners to ensure strong, sustainable relationships.
  • Marketing, Admissions, and Enrollment
    • Work with the Communications and Marketing Associate and other administrative team members to build and implement the marketing and promotional plan for the Career Center.
    • Promote Career Center programming through digital outreach, presentations, and direct communication with prospective students. Ensure outreach is engaging, relevant, and responsive to student interests.
    • Collaborate with the Operations and Enrollment Manager to facilitate enrollment processes, including form distribution, completion, and communication with students.
  • Budget and Financial Management
    • Manage the Career Center budget in coordination with the Director of Operations and other administrative personnel.
    • Work with colleagues and the Career Center Committee to implement strategic priorities in the coming years, predict needs and creatively design sustainable systems.
  • Risk Management
    • Identify and mitigate risks associated with Career Center programming.
    • Develop and communicate clear risk management practices for staff and participants.
    • Communicate with the Director of Operations regarding new activities that may introduce additional risk.

Skills and Abilities:

  • Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple programs and timelines simultaneously.
  • Ability to design and implement systems that support program quality and growth.
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage students, families, and community partners effectively.
  • Relationship-building skills, with the ability to develop and maintain partnerships with employers and community organizations.
  • Ability to work collaboratively across teams while also taking initiative and ownership of Career Center initiatives.
  • Comfort working in a fast-paced, evolving environment with a growing program
  • Ability to think strategically about program growth while also managing day-to-day programming.
  • Proficiency with technology, including Google Workspace and the ability to learn new systems quickly

Compensation:

  • Salary: $65,000 - $85,000.
  • Employer paid health and dental insurance.
  • Retirement plan with employer match.
  • Paid holidays, vacation days, and sick leave.
Far + Wise
Location
1050 Fox Acres Road, Hailey, ID 83333