Alliance/Partner Management, Career Counseling, Communication Skills, Customer Support/Service, Diversity, Documentation, Event Management, Financial Aid, High School Diploma, Job Fairs, Logistics, Market Trend Analysis, Military, Multitasking, Operational Support, Operations, Organizational Skills, Scholarship, Secondary School, Student Admissions, Student Services
College and Career Center Coordinator JobID: 917
Position Type:
Student Support Services/Career Resource Specialist
Date Posted:
5/26/2026
Location:
Norwich Free Academy
Date Available:
08/01/2026
Closing Date:
06/04/2026
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The Norwich Free Academy is seeking a College and Career Center Coordinator. The College & Career Center Coordinator supports Norwich Free Academy students' postsecondary planning, career exploration, scholarship exploration, and employment pathways. The Coordinator supports the daily operations and programs of a busy, comprehensive college and career center on the NFA campus. The Coordinator works collaboratively with school counselors, teachers, community partners, and employers to ensure students are prepared for success beyond high school.
Performance Responsibilities:
- Support the daily operations of the College & Career Center through career pathway programs, scheduling, logistics coordination, employer engagement activities, internship and work-based learning placements, and required paperwork and compliance documentation.
- Provide individualized and small-group support to students in career exploration, career assessments, scholarship research and applications, part-time job and internship opportunities, and career readiness skills, including resume development and interview preparation.
- Support, plan, and coordinate college and career programming, including Career Exploration speaker series, Career Expo, College & Career Fair, job fairs, college visits (on-campus and virtual), workforce readiness events, military visits, and ASVAB testing.
- Assist with scheduling, logistics, communications, and day-of-event coordination.
- Organize and coordinate field trips related to career exploration.
- Assist with tracking student participation and program outcomes.
- Proactively develop and maintain partnerships with employers, community organizations, postsecondary institutions, and workforce development agencies.
- Attend community events to promote student opportunities and strengthen partnerships.
- Perform other related duties as assigned by the Director of Student Support Services, the Director of the College and Career Center, or Designee,
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Knowledge of college and career readiness practices, workforce development initiatives, labor market trends, and career pathway programming.
- Familiarity with Connecticut workforce initiatives, Career & Technical Education (CTE), Perkins programming, industry-recognized credentials, apprenticeships, and work-based learning experiences preferred.
- Experience working collaboratively with employers, colleges, workforce development organizations, and community partners
- Ability to build positive relationships with students, families, faculty, business partners, and community stakeholders.
- Experience with student data tracking systems, career exploration platforms, and Microsoft/Google applications
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
- Experience with community engagement and partnership development preferred.
- Knowledge of college admissions, financial aid, career pathways, and workforce trends strongly preferred.
Application Procedures:
Please attach a detailed cover letter along with a resume, and three recent letters of recommendation (dated within 1 year, including one from a current supervisor). All required documents must be submitted with application to be considered for position(s).
Only online applications will be accepted. Paper and emailed applications and documents will not be accepted.
No phone calls or emails.
Hourly rate is $25.00
To apply, please click the red "apply" button in the top corner of the posting.
NFA is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all members of our community.