Career Development Coordinator
Deadline: August 26, 2026
District/Organization: Eaton RESA
Position/Type: Other, full time
Salary: $44,825 - $91,629
Position Details
SUMMARY
Under the direct supervision of the Assistant Superintendent for Career and Technical Education (CTE), and in accordance with established policies and procedures, the Career Development Coordinator is responsible for assisting and supporting assigned CTE programs, staff and students, implementing the K-12 Career Preparation System and serving as a liaison between the ERESA Career Preparation Center (CPC) and the assigned district(s) for CTE program support, recruitment, enrollment and reporting.
PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
CTE Programs and K-12 Career Preparation System Support:
Execute K-12 Career Preparation system programs, services, and events effectively.
Support CTE staff through the CIP Self-Review/TRAC process and Comprehensive Local Needs Assessments to enhance curriculum and student outcomes.
Assist with collecting enrollment, work-based learning, and credential reporting from local districts.
Serve as a primary liaison between local districts and the Career Preparation Center to ensure seamless communication and student participation in CTE and Early College programs.
CTE Program Coordination, Enrollment and Promotion:
Promote Career Preparation Center (CPC) and local CTE programs to students, parents, staff, industry and partner organizations.
Help organize, coordinate and participate in CTE programs, services and events, such as: student orientations, presentations, CTE advisory meetings, counselor meetings, field trips, mobile lab exploration events, summer camps, recruitment events, work-based learning and other opportunities.
Assist with CTE and Early College enrollment, recruitment and scheduling of assigned students.
Disseminate comprehensive information regarding secondary CTE offerings available at the Career Preparation Center and within local districts.
Coordinate student visitation days at the Eaton RESA Career Preparation Center for participating local districts.
Assigned Student Support:
Provide direct student support through career guidance, Educational Development Plan (EDP) facilitation, and work-based learning coordination.
Deliver essential support services to ensure student success and program completion in CTE and Early College pathways.
Implement K-12 Career Preparation System initiatives that prepare students for transitions to post-secondary education, career entry, or military service.
Coordinate tailored support services for special population students enrolled in CTE programs.
Contribute to the establishment and maintenance of a comprehensive K-12 county-wide career preparation system.
Maintain accurate student records and program documentation to track contacts and services rendered.
Integrate federal, state, and local initiatives to align student counseling and mentoring efforts.
Other Responsibilities:
Attend required meetings and professional development sessions.
Submit required reports in a timely and accurate manner as requested
Other Duties as assigned.
The listed tasks are intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed by a person in this position. This is not an exhaustive list of all job duties performed nor is it expected that all positions will be assigned every duty.
QUALIFICATIONS
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS (If Applicable):
Required
Michigan Teaching Certificate with a CTE Endorsement or appropriate alternative
EDUCATION, TRAINING & EXPERIENCE:
Required
Bachelor's degree in Education.
Desired
Master's degree in education with CTE certification.
Three (3) or more years of experience of teaching in a state-approved Career and Technical Education program and implementing work-based learning opportunities
Three (3) or more years of experience with career guidance and/or instruction/support for secondary level students.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Knowledge of current state and federal regulations and requirements related to CTE, Early College and the Michigan Merit Curriculum graduation requirements.
Skill with use of technology to implement work responsibilities.
Ability to communicate effectively with a variety of audiences both orally and in writing.
Ability to develop and implement behavior intervention systems and individual student plans.
Ability to develop and implement curriculum (academic and behavioral) for students.
Ability to promote and coordinate fulfillment of student social, emotional and behavioral needs with students, parents, agencies and others.
Ability to maintain emotional control under stress.
Ability to exercise discretion and confidentiality in dealing with staff, students and operations.
Ability to work independently and within teams to accomplish identified goals and strategies.
Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with local district administrators/staff, parents, students, higher education, business and community partners.
PHYSICAL EFFORT & WORKING CONDITIONS:
Sitting - Moderate
Standing/Walking/Bending/Stooping - Minimal, common to classroom or office environment
Lifting - Minimal
Moderate physical strength, mobility and dexterity to perform the job tasks.
SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS
Position requires the employee to provide their own transportation for job-related travel.
Position requires regular and predictable attendance at the workplace.
Revised: June 26, 2026
Eaton RESA does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity or expression), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, genetic information, or any other legally protected category (collectively "Protected Classes"), in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities. In addition, arrangements can be made to ensure that the lack of English language proficiency is not a barrier to admission or participation. Civil Rights Coordinators are located at 1790 E. Packard Hwy, Charlotte, Michigan to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and grievance procedures. Telephone (517) 543-5500.
E-mail: vlebedintsev@eatonresa.org
Website: Link
Attachments: EIEA_CareerDevelopmentCoordinator_JD_6_26_26.pdf
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