Career Transition Specialist

Job overview

The Career Transition Specialist role is onsite at the Fred G. Acosta Job Corps Center in Tucson, AZ. Pay is $43,888 per year. The Job Corps program provides career-ready technical and academic training and job placement assistance to eligible youth ages 16–24. The specialist helps graduates and former enrollees secure and retain verified placements and access transitional services. The role connects students with employers and employment agencies while supporting placement readiness, follow-up, and program compliance.

What you'll do

• Place graduates and former enrollees in quality placement activities
• support six- and twelve-month surveys
• develop employer relationships and job opportunities
• refer students to employment agencies
• assist with resumes, interviews, and job searches
• maintain placement plans and monthly graduate contact
• document services and verify placements
• develop and deliver curriculum and lesson plans
• arrange supplemental training activities
• maintain compliance with applicable policies.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

career transition specialist

tucson az

fred g. acosta job corps center

full-time

$43,888/year

job placement

youth services

career coaching

resume preparation

interview coaching

employer partnerships

transitional services

cpr

first aid

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Requires a bachelor’s degree or four years of experience working with youth; a valid Arizona driver’s license and CPR/First Aid certifications are listed.

About the employer

Fred G. Acosta Job Corps Center is hiring for this role. Industry: Elementary and Secondary Schools. Sector: 61.