Job Details

Position Details

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Position Information

Job Title
Professional Expert II (Temporary): Career Pathways Specialist

Position Number

Location
North Orange Continuing Education - Anaheim Campus

Department
NOCE-AC Career Technical Education

Percentage of Employment

Months of Employment
Temporary, Part-Time

Work Schedule
Maximum of 26 hours per week, between 10:00 am - 6:30 pm

About Us:

ABOUT USDo you strive to make a difference in higher education? Are you looking for a rewarding career opportunity to be a part of our students' educational success and lifelong learning? If so, we invite you to join North Orange County Community College District. We are proud to enroll over 60,000 students and serve a population of over one million people, annually! Home to more than 2,600 employees, our highly skilled, professional, and diverse faculty and staff are leading two of California's premier colleges, Cypress Community College and Fullerton Community College, as well as one of the largest continuing education programs, North Orange Continuing Education.

What We Offer:

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Primary Purpose

PRIMARY PURPOSE

Career Pathways Specialists work closely with students in the Career Skills and Resource Lab to help them identify their career interests, set goals, and develop the skills necessary to achieve their professional aspirations.

Essential Functions

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSExamples of essential functions are interpreted as being descriptive and not restrictive in nature.

Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Under the Career Technical Education Department, the Career Pathways Specialist will:

• Facilitate career building and employment readiness workshops.
• Guide and support students in the development of professional documents, including resumes, cover letters, and LinkedIn profiles.
• Provide job search assistance and interview prep.
• Assist with career exploration and help students identify opportunities that align with their interests, education, and training.
• Assist with providing general student services facilitated through the lab.
• Stay current on school resources, support services, and CTE events and activities to provide up-to-date guidance.
• Assist with the development of employment readiness manuals and guides.
• Maintain and provide staffing support for the clothing closet.
• Support the coordination of lab workshops, events, activities, and workforce preparation projects as needed.
• Track student progress and maintain records for grant reporting.
• Perform other duties as assigned as it relates to the grant.

Working Relationships

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Special Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum of two (2) years experience working with adults in careers services.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Experience working with a diverse population, including underrepresented and non-traditional students.

Comfortable speaking in front of large or small groups, with the ability to present in a confident, professional, and engaging manner.

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.

Demonstrated ability to learn and apply emerging technology.

Desirable Qualifications

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

Experience working in career technical education or community college programs and services.

Knowledge of local job center services

Experience with career development tools, assessments, and software.

Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the barriers faced by immigrant and first-generation students.

Working Conditions

Salary Range
Professional Expert II: $25/hour

Salary Schedule Information

Is this a budgeted position?

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number
TH056P

Number of Vacancies

Desired Start Date

Position End Date

Open Date
01/30/2026

Close Date
02/27/2026

Open Until Filled
No

Special Instructions Summary

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS SUMMARY

This recruitment will remain active until the posted closing date. When the need to fill arises, the department will refer to this pool of applicants. If there is no longer a need to fill, the position may be closed sooner, and applicants will be notified.

Due to the high volume of applications received, we ask that you do not contact the department directly. They will review the information provided and contact you if you are selected for an interview. Possession of the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview.

Also note that you must upload all required documents. Applications submitted without all of the required documents will not be considered.

Evidence of degree conferred/awarded must be printed on a legible transcript as applicable.

Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities may be requested by calling (714) ###-#### at least three business days in advance of the scheduled examination/interview date.