Career Placement Coordinator
$60,000–$75,000 year
On-siteNew York City, New York, United States or New York, United States
Job Summary
Manage college-aged internship programs by mapping timelines, matching interns to strategic site placements, and leading communications with supervisors and interns. Maintain and curate a comprehensive job database and career resource library while supporting event planning for workshops and readiness seminars. Track internal project milestones, compile program outcome data for leadership updates, and execute outreach to professional vendors and employers. Create collaboration structures with College Success counselors to ensure seamless student support and drive continuous process improvement through data analysis.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree
- 1+ years of experience in managing internship programs, student job placements, or career services operations
- 1+ years of experience maintaining databases, resource libraries, or utilizing platform software (e.g., Salesforce, Simplicity, or CRM tools)
- 1+ years of project management experience, specifically tracking milestones and communicating across multiple stakeholder groups (such as interns, supervisors, and internal teams)
- Bachelor's degree, preferably in Education, Counseling, Business Administration, human resources, or a related field
- Exceptionally organized planner with strong attention to detail and a proven ability to manage project trackers, monitor complex timelines, and complete tasks accurately in a fast-paced environment
- Clear, professional communicator who is comfortable leading communications with internship site supervisors, external partners, and college-aged interns
- Resourceful and analytical problem-solver who can leverage data to identify program bottlenecks and drive continuous improvement
- A collaborative team player who takes initiative, manages multiple priorities simultaneously, and maintains a self-disciplined, proactive approach
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- A deep commitment to the mission and programs of Harlem Children's Zone (HCZ)
- Maintain a full-time schedule (Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM), including occasional evenings
- Work primarily on-site in our Harlem office, with flexibility based on program and team needs
- Demonstrate flexibility to support scholars and program needs
Desired Qualifications
- experience managing job databases or CRM platform software is highly preferred
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