COLLEGE TO CAREER NAVIGATOR - HUMAN RESOURCES

Location: Middletown, NY
Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm
Rate: $23.44/hr
This is an onsite position w/ some travel required

OVERVIEW OF PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
The College to Career Navigator has the primary responsibility to attract, onboard and manage the internship program within the Access Network of agencies. The C2C Navigator will develop long-term relationships with regional and nation-wide college career centers for quality interns interested in the Hudson Valley Region.

POSITION TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Act as company liaison with Career Counselors at local colleges to build a partnership leading to successful placement of graduates into some of our positions.

Taking a lead role in the creation, completion and approval of all University/Access affiliation agreements.

Promoting the agencies’ culture of belonging through strategic initiatives designed at attracting a diverse population of interns that strength our core values.

Initiating and building partnerships with colleges to develop student opportunities for experiential endeavors locally and state-wide.
Managing the flow of intern applications through the recruitment process by collecting and reviewing applications

Interviewing internship candidates to assess their qualifications and fit with the agencies’ cultures and job requirements
Preparing candidates for interviews by providing them with interview tips and sample questions to practice with
Reviewing candidate resumes to determine qualifications, experience levels, and relevant skill sets
Conducting reference and background checks to verify accuracy of information on applications and resumes
Coordinating with hiring managers to schedule interviews and orient new hires
Scheduling and conducting orientation sessions for new interns or student workers
Reviewing resumes to identify candidates with relevant experience and qualifications who may be interested in open positions
Conducting exit interviews with departing interns or student workers to assess satisfaction with the program and offer feedback to improve future offerings
Educating interns on the next steps needed for licensure or gaining employment with the Access Network
Develop and revise internship policies and procedures as needed
Educate the Access Network on the internship process.
Tuition Reimbursement oversight
Internal Career Fair (Retention/Promotional Opportunities)
HR/Intern Newsletter
Act as point person for NRSA / NHC (student loan relief)
Conduct surveys and ensure intern evaluations are conpleted
Take leadership role on administering the Scholarship program

QUALIFICATIONS AND ATTRIBUTES:

Must exhibit excellent oral and written communication skills.
Must have superior interpersonal skills with a demonstrated commitment to cultural diversity.
Should have solid organizational skills with a strong attention to detail
Candidate will possess a strong working knowledge of the agency and the various programs and job titles that we have
Superior computer skills are a must

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

College degree preferred or related work experience in lieu of degree
Must possess experience in a collegiate environment to understand the academic culture and must have the ability to effectively interact with the Internship Department of faculty, staff, students, parents, and administrators.
Understanding of experiential education and career advising

PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS:
The employee is required to:

Be able to sit or stand for several hours
Be able to utilize a computer and phone.
Ability to travel to internship sites and attend job fairs and other recruitment events.

IND2024