Applications received by June 2, 2025, will receive priority consideration. However, we encourage all interested candidates to apply, as the position will remain open until filled. Community College of Denver is seeking individuals with demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive learning and work environment.  CCD values the ability to work effectively with students, families, faculty, instructors and staff of diverse backgrounds. GENERAL SUMMARY Community College of Denver (CCD) is dedicated to enriching the social, civic, and economic fabric of our community, nation, and the world through inclusive, accessible, and innovative educational programs. At the heart of our mission is a commitment to preparing a well-trained workforce and fostering ideas that power a vibrant economy. CCD champions nontraditional students, strengthens workforce development, and cultivates partnerships that boost high school graduation, college enrollment, and career success. The Center for Workforce Initiatives (CWI) at CCD serves as a strategic hub for noncredit education, work-based learning, and community workforce development. CWI delivers programs in Adult Education, Skills Building Training, and Custom Corporate Training-connecting students, job seekers, and workers with upskilling and employment opportunities in high-demand industries. CWI supports employer training partnerships, career exploration activities, and customized education solutions that meet the evolving needs of our regional workforce. Position Summary The Career Specialist connects CCD students and noncredit adult learners to valuable career opportunities by coordinating employer engagement and career activities. Reporting to the Career Connected Learning Director, the Specialist helps expand access to opportunities that align with the CCD pathways, particularly in high-demand industries. This role is partially paid through the Year to Career program, which matriculates English Language learners into Healthcare, IT, manufacturing, and construction certificate programs and jobs. PRIMARY DUTIES * Adopt current CWI Career Connect roadmaps and CCD's Strategic Plans as guides for Career Connected goals for outcomes. * Support the development and implementation of work-based learning opportunities through student promotion, faculty input, and employer engagement. * Assist industry partners to join work-based learning platforms (e.g., Riipen) and other opportunities. * Coordinate employer participation in events, such as hiring fairs, mixers, panel discussions, and lunch & learns, as well as other exploratory activities, such as job shadows, company site visits, and speaker events. * Host career exploration & hiring events, in collaboration with Adult Education and Academic Affairs, that align with CCD pathways, academic goals, and industry interests. * With cross-institutional and external partner collaboration, design and maintain an annual calendar of career workshops and career exploration & hiring events, including milestones required of internal stakeholders, like marketing and academics affairs. * Document student and employer participation at events to support program reporting. * Support annual student employment data tracking efforts using internal and external platforms. * Collaborate on information sharing to support colleagues and cross-institutional data reporting efforts. * Contribute to continuous improvement by gathering feedback and reporting on event outcomes. * Lead Handshake (CCD's job posting platform) efforts by curating and editing job and internship listings, supporting employers and students to create profiles, and performing outreach activities as needed to raise awareness. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Any equivalent combination of education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. Education:(Minimum/Required) * Associates degree or post-secondary certification; Any equivalent combination of related education and experience accepted Experience: (required/minimum) * 2+ years of experience managing events * 1+ years working with employers or industry in a career services, engagement, or sales roles Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: (required/minimum) * Demonstrable success of promotional and outreach efforts. * Strong oral and written communication skills * Deep understanding of workforce or career services. * Demonstrated ability in coordinating different stakeholders, like students, employers, vendors, event attendees, and event partners. * Excellent coordination and organizational skills, including task and time management. * Meticulous data tracking and record keeping in order to report on outcomes and use data to make recommendations for improvement. * Comfort using Microsoft Office tools and other technology platforms. * Comfort with learning new systems (tech or program procedures) and supporting others in using them Education: (preferred) * Bachelor's Degree Experience: (preferred) * Familiarity with platforms, such as Handshake, Riipen, or a customer relations management system. * Familiarity with key businesses and networks in IT, Healthcare, Construction, Manufacturing and/or other CCD pathway areas. * Experience working with adult learners, English language learners, or nontraditional student populations. * Knowledge of higher education or community college systems, ideally in Colorado Our campus is located in downtown Denver, adjacent to two light rail stations, and just minutes away from shopping, restaurants, and event venues. When you visit our campus, it will be immediately evident that our faculty, staff, and instructors are passionate about serving our diverse student population. At CCD our passion is to help others, and we offer career pathways that will make a difference in the lives of our students. If you are interested in sharing our passion for student success, CCD offers generous medical, dental, vision, life, and retirement options. We also offer the opportunity to expand your education, and those of your dependents, through our tuition reimbursement program. CCD is a Learning College where policies, programs and practices support learning as the major priority. The Community College of Denver is an Equal Employment Opportunity Educational Employer. Background checks will be conducted on all finalists for employment consideration. CCD recognizes that administration, faculty, instructors, and staff reflect the diversity of its students and community and prohibits employment and student discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. For a complete review of the benefits we offer, please click on the following link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1COuMZUvUnWuK9uoXKd1EOyFLhlJzG0G-/view SELECTION PROCESS Preliminary screening will be made on the basis of completed application packet submitted by candidate. Completed application packet includes: a letter of interest of no more than five pages, addressing in general the items under "Primary Duties" and specifically each item under "Minimum Qualifications"; an online application; resume; and transcripts. All candidates, including current Community College of Denver employees must submit a complete application packet which includes all materials listed above. Only completed application packets will move forward for screening. Please review the job duties and minimum requirements carefully. Meeting the minimum qualifications for a particular position does not assure the applicant an interview. Selected applicants will be invited by the screening committee for interviews. All application materials become the property of Community College of Denver and cannot be copied. APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Interested applicants must submit a complete application packet at https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/ccd which includes: * Electronic Application, Click 'New Resume' at the bottom of this page * Cover Letter * Resume * References - Names, phone numbers, addresses, & email addresses of three professional references * Copies of transcripts, unofficial preferred * Copies of appropriate credentials, if applicable All included attachments should be saved with the following nomenclature: Last name, First name Document; for example Doe, John Resume; Doe, Jane Transcripts * Your resume should clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications. Those applicants that do not meet the minimum qualifications will not be considered. Part-time experience is ½ the equivalent of full-time experience. Example: Four (4) years applicable part-time experience equals 2 years full-time equivalency. 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