Career Services Coordinator (Volunteer / Pro Bono)

Our Foundation Mission, Vision, and Values At VPMMA, our core purpose is to empower and equip military service members, veterans, and military spouses to achieve excellence in project management careers through mentoring and professional development. We envision ourselves as the most sought-after partner for guiding veterans on their journey to becoming project managers. Our four core values underpin these aspirations Commitment We uphold integrity, transparency, and ethics in all our operations endeavors.Empowerment We empower all military service members, veterans, and military spouses to pursue rewarding and prosperous careers in project management.Community We actively cultivate a strong and supportive network by collaborating with other veteran agencies and partners to provide the best resources, tools, skills, and training.Advocacy We offer a unified voice for project managers for the industry, government, military, veteran affairs, and the wider community. Whom We Serve Our Valued Community Our alliance is dedicated to fostering the professional development of U.S. military service members, veterans, and their spouses. We accomplish this by offering various membership options, including General Membership for service members, veterans, and their spouses, along with Professional, Corporate, and Nonprofit Partner Memberships for individuals and organizations that wish to engage more deeply with our mission. Our goal is to be the premier resource for this community as they pursue or advance their careers in project management within the civilian workforce. Our Programs and Services A Holistic Approach VPMMA offers a wide range of mentorship and development programs, specifically designed to meet the diverse needs of our members. These include Mentorship Programs We provide One-on-One, Group, Reverse, Diversity, and Peer Mentorship to offer tailored guidance and promote collective learning.Professional Development Our offerings include customized training materials, skill-building workshops, learning events (seminars, webinars), advanced training, and certification preparation. We also address personal project management skills and entrepreneurship training.Career Transition Support We offer resources and guidance to members navigating career transitions, including support for resumes, access to job boards, and career transition assistance.Community Building We create professional connections through networking opportunities and collaborative learning events.Financial Support We provide scholarships for industry certifications to encourage ongoing professional development. , Are you a career strategist, HR leader, or project management expert ready to make a tangible difference in the lives of those who served? The Veteran Project Manager Mentor Alliance (VPMMA) invites you to join our Career Services team. In this high-impact, pro bono role, you will be the catalyst that helps veterans and military spouses translate their unique military experience into thriving civilian careers. By dedicating your professional expertise to our Alliance Heroes, you are practicing Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) at its most personal level—guiding families through the profound life shift of military reintegration. Your Impactful Contributions This role is designed as a focused 3–5 hour weekly commitment centered on high-leverage career coaching Targeted Career Coaching Conduct two 1-hour coaching sessions per week, specializing in military-to-civilian skill translation and resume optimization using the STAR method.Virtual Facilitation Co-host one monthly virtual workshop on essential transition topics such as LinkedIn optimization or interview preparation.Hero Connection Provide personalized follow-up resources and brief email support to ensure mentees are successfully navigating VPMMA tools.Strategic Tracking Log session outcomes in our CRM (Flowlu) and participate in a monthly sync with the Director of Career Services to evaluate program impact. Who You Are We are looking for a compassionate professional who understands the unique challenges of the veteran transition The Expert You have a background in career coaching, HR, or project management and a strong grasp of the civilian job market.The Translator You can identify the leadership and organizational skills inherent in military service and map them to industry-standard project management roles.The Digital Professional You are comfortable with Google Workspace, Flowlu, and virtual meeting platforms such as Zoom or Teams.The Empathetic Leader You possess a deep desire to support the military community with respect and dignity. The Rewards of Service Volunteering with VPMMA is a mutually beneficial journey of professional and personal growth Professional Development Enhance your coaching and facilitation skills while gaining access to Google Certificates on Coursera.Strategic Networking Connect with a diverse community of like-minded professionals and industry leaders.Recognition Become eligible for Volunteer of the Month/Year awards and receive professional letters of recommendation for your service.Meaningful Legacy Directly contribute to the success of veterans, service members, and spouses as they build brighter futures. Position Details Type Volunteer / 100% Remote.Time Commitment 3–5 hours per week.Reporting Structure Direct report to the Director of Career Services (currently Allison Jarett).Department Programs & Career Services. Ready to help our veterans launch their next mission? Your guidance is the bridge between their past service and their future success.