Career Transition Specialist

Job overview

The Career Transition Specialist works onsite at the Quentin Burdick Job Corps Center in Fargo, ND. The stated salary range is $40,000–$45,000 per year. The role supports a federally funded residential training program that provides career-ready technical and academic training and job placement assistance to eligible youth ages 16–24. The specialist helps graduates and former enrollees move into verified employment or other qualifying placement activities and access transitional services. The role supports successful placement and retention through employer outreach, job-readiness coaching, referrals, follow-up, and required documentation.

What you'll do

• Ensure timely placement and retention of graduates and former enrollees
• develop employer connections and promote job opportunities
• refer and register participants with employment agencies and related services
• assist with job upgrades and placement readiness
• prepare resumes and coach interview and job-search skills
• maintain assessment and placement plans and monthly graduate contacts
• document services and verify placements
• survey employers
• develop and deliver curriculum and instruction supporting employability and career success
• maintain required lesson plans and course materials
• arrange supplemental training activities
• comply with Department of Labor, corporate, and center policies.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

career transition specialist

fargo nd

burdick job corps

job placement

youth services

career readiness

employer outreach

resume preparation

interview coaching

graduate follow-up

cpr/first aid

driver's license

$40k–$45k/year

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

The posting requires a bachelor’s degree or four years of experience working with youth, a valid state driver’s license, and CPR/First Aid certifications.

About the employer

Burdick Job Corps is hiring for this role. Industry: Educational Support Services. Sector: 61.