Graduate Employment Specialist

Concorde Career College

parental leave, paid time off

United States, Florida, Jacksonville

7259 Salisbury Road (Show on map)

Jun 21, 2025

Graduate Employment Specialist

Job Locations

US-FL-Jacksonville

Job ID

2025-7364

Overview

Graduate Employment Specialist Schedule: Mon, Tues, & Thurs 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM. Wed. 10:00 AM -7:00 PM and Fridays 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM. The Graduate Employment Specialist (GES) at Concorde Healthcare Career College plays a pivotal role in impacting the lives of our students and graduates. As a GES, you will manage relationships with students, employers, and alumni to facilitate effective job matching, ensuring our graduates are placed in rewarding healthcare careers. Your commitment to world-class customer service and career development will empower our students to embark on their professional journeys successfully.

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 campuses

Paid 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 days
Paid Parental Leave: 4 weeks of paid leave for both birthing and non-birthing parents to bond with a new baby
Competitive Insurance: Health, vision, and dental coverage for you and your dependents
Pet Insurance: Competitive coverage for your furry family members through ASPCA
Health Plan Enrollment: Eligibility starts first of the month following completing one full month of employment

Responsibilities

Your Role and Responsibilities:

* Achieve Placement Excellence: Meet or exceed accreditation benchmarks, ensuring that our graduates find meaningful employment opportunities.
* Building Lasting Relationships: Establish and maintain strong connections with students, graduates, and alumni to understand their skills and needs, facilitating optimal job matching.
* Documentation Excellence: Maintain accurate documentation in CampusNexus and Graduate Employment files, ensuring the integrity of our records.
* Professional Development: Deliver impactful professional development workshops using resources like Pathway to Placement and other community assets.
* Employer Engagement: Cultivate and maintain relationships with healthcare employers, ensuring successful Concorde graduate placements. Coordinate student interviews professionally and follow up timely.
* Campus Engagement: Participate in campus activities such as graduation ceremonies, job fairs, PAC meetings, and student appreciation events.

* Other Duties: Undertake additional responsibilities as assigned by the college.

Other Comments/Requirements:

* Flexible Schedule: Evening and occasional weekend work may be required to accommodate student and employer needs.

Qualifications

Your Qualifications:

* Educational Background: An associate degree or higher is required; a bachelor's degree is preferred.
* Relevant Experience: 1-3 years of experience in higher education career services, the placement industry, or Student Affairs.
* Tech Savvy: Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, TEAMS).
* Goal-Oriented: Experience in goal setting and meeting designated outcomes.
* Strong Interpersonal Skills: Excellent interpersonal, customer service, and organizational skills, with meticulous attention to detail.
* Adaptable: Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
* Community Knowledge: Familiarity with and relationships within the local community and employment opportunities.
* Critical Thinking: Advanced skills in critical thinking for training and career guidance