Career Navigator

Role Summary

The purpose of this position is to help MCC students in workforce and academic programs experience success through achieving their educational and career goals. This position serves as a student-centered guide to support individuals in achieving their academic, career, and workforce goals. This role provides holistic advising, career exploration, and connection to resources that foster persistence, completion, and employment success. The Navigator works closely with students, faculty, employers, and community partners to remove barriers, promote college and career readiness, and create clear pathways to success.

The position will not have direct supervisory responsibility but will be responsible for assisting with the design and implementation of processes and systems utilized in the daily operation of Workforce Development and Community Outreach Initiatives. May serve as formal work group leader for staff, student workers, interns, and consultants.

• Associate degree or equivalent combination of education and experience in business, human services, education or related field.
• One (1) year of professional experience in a related role in education, human services, or business.
• Must possess good organizational skills and be able to perform multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Knowledge and experience using Microsoft Suites (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Google Suites (Zoom, Google Meet), web-based software and resources.

• Previous experience working with grant or performance-based programs with a record of successfully meeting outcomes and metrics.
• Prior experience working with adult learners.
• Job Development and/or job placement experience preferred.
• Prior experience working in, or with, staffing, HR or placement industry.

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time.
• The person in this position needs to move about both inside the office and at other locations where interviews and meetings are conducted.
• Frequently operates a computer for extended periods of time.
• Frequently communicates with others over the phone and in person; must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
• Ability to speak clearly and communicate proficiently in English.

Must be willing to work 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. weekdays, and evenings or weekends as needed.

First consideration given to internal candidates.

Degree must be conferred by Final date to receive applications.

Visa sponsorship is not available.

The College is unable to assist with travel and/or relocation expenses.

This position is grant funded. This grant, and consequently this position, may be terminated at any time if the grantor determines that performance measures are not being adequately met. Employee performance will be measured by the program’s successful outcomes and the appropriate documentation thereof.

In addition, as a grant-funded, non-union employee, the selected candidate’s employment is at-will and the employment relationship may be ended by either party (MCC or the employee) at any time, with or without notice.

Selected candidates must submit to a drug test and criminal background check.

The College reserves the right to cancel the search at any time.

Internal Deadline 9/16/25

The College reserves the right to close the recruitment process once a sufficient applicant pool has been identified.

As an affirmative action/equal opportunity institution, the College encourages diversity and provides equal opportunity in education, employment, all of its programs, and the use of its facilities. The College does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, gender, national origin, veteran’s status, age, disability unrelated to an individual’s ability to perform adequately, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Title IX Coordinator Contact Information: 1401

E. Court St., Prahl…