Career Services Associate

About the role

You’ll be the connection between education and opportunity. You’ll help students walk into interviews with confidence, build relationships with employers, and turn career goals into real job opportunities.

Compensation

$24.00 - $27.00 per hour

Schedule

Monday - Thursday 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. One later day per week from 9:30 am - 6:00 pm after 30-day training period

Why San Joaquin Valley College

• Join a college with 45+ years of experience developing talent and preparing tomorrow’s workforce
• Help students build careers that support their families and strengthen their communities
• Take your career further - many of our leaders started in student services
• Contribute to a learning environment where students are supported, included, and set up to succeed

What You’ll Do

• Provide career coaching including resume development, interview preparation, and job search strategies
• Support graduates in securing employment aligned with their education
• Build and maintain partnerships with local employers and industry contacts
• Coincordinate hiring events, employer visits, and career workshops
• Track placement activity and contribute to campus placement goals
• Collaborate with faculty and campus teams to support student career outcomes

What You'll Bring

• Strong relationship-building and communication skills
• A passion for helping others succeed
• Ability to work in a goal-driven environment

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher preferred
• Experience in staffing, recruiting, sales, or customer service preferred
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills