Employment Development Specialist

Are you passionate about helping students develop job readiness skills? Are you service-oriented and enjoy facilitating creative trainings and workshops? If so, then Carlos Rosario International Public Charter School (CRIPCS) has the perfect opportunity for you.  

Carlos Rosario International Public Charter School (CRIPCS) is an adult charter school that delivers high-quality education, career training, and supportive services that enable adult immigrants to realize their dreams while strengthening our community and economy.  When you join the team at CRIPCS, you become part of a unique, performance-driven organization where students are the center of our work and excellence permeates.

The mission of Carlos Rosario International Public Charter School is to deliver high-quality education, career training, and supportive services that enable adult immigrants to realize their dreams while strengthening our community and economy.

Our organization's values guide our behavior:

• Integrity 
• Respect
• Perseverance
• Compassion 
• Inclusivity
• Collaboration 

                                                                           Employment Development Specialist 

TITLE: Employment Development Specialist

WHO WE ARE: 

CRIPCS is the nation’s first adult charter school and a national model for high-quality adult education, career training, and student support. Our mission-driven team advances innovative, equity-centered solutions that empower adult immigrants and English language learners while strengthening our community and economy. Through our award-winning three-pronged model—foundational coursework, career certification, and comprehensive supports—and guided by our core values: Integrity, Respect, Perseverance, Compassion, Inclusivity, and Collaboration we advance our strategic priorities to empower our people and culture and build for the future. 

ROLE SUMMARY:

The Employment Development Specialist provides individualized, student-centered employment support to help learners achieve long-term career success. This includes assessing students’ needs, setting SMART goals, developing employment materials such as resumes, cover letters, LinkedIn profiles, and interview skills, and leading job readiness and soft skills workshops tailored to diverse learners. The role supports the full employment process from preparation and referrals to job placement, follow-up, retention, and alumni career support. The Specialist works closely with internal teams and external partners, including instructors, retention staff, and job developers, to ensure coordinated support for students, while maintaining accurate records, employment data, and compliance documentation in the Student Information System. The position also assists with departmental events and provides support for other organizational needs as required.

CORE WORKSTREAMS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Career Counseling, Assessment, and Individualized Planning

• Conduct student intake and initial assessments to understand employment needs and goals. 
• Create individualized employment plans and provide one-on-one career guidance. 
• Assist students in creating and improving employment portfolios, including resumes, cover letters, LinkedIn profiles, and other job search materials.
• Follow up with students to support progress toward short and long-term employment goals.

Job Readiness Training, Workshops & Skill Development

• Organize and facilitate in-class and virtual job readiness workshops and school-wide employment skills training.
• Develop or tailor workshop materials to meet the needs of diverse learners. 
• Evaluate training effectiveness through participant feedback, pre/post assessments, and outcome tracking; update curriculum continuously based on findings.
• Prepare students for interviews and hiring processes, including mock interviews and industry-specific expectations. 

Job Development, Employer Engagement & Placement Support

• Conduct job development and job search activities aligned with student interests and strengths.
• Assist students with job applications, employment accounts, and online job search tools. 
• Support employer engagement activities, including job fairs, employer outreach, networking events, and placement initiatives.
• Serve as a liaison between students and the Employment Coordinator to match qualified candidates to available positions. 
• Maintain strong employer relationships to support ongoing job placement opportunities.

Case Documentation, Data Management & Compliance

• Maintain accurate, complete, and timely case notes for all student interactions, services rendered, and employment outcomes in the Student Information System (SIS).
• Track and update employment data for each student, including job placements and retention status.
• Ensure all documentation adheres to data privacy standards, grant compliance requirements, and departmental policies.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support departmental and organizational priorities.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING: 

• Core knowledge and professional expertise
• Strong communication and facilitation skills 
• Relationship-building and maintenance 
• Organizational and administrative skills
• Strong Data Accuracy, privacy and Documentation Discipline
• Must be able to take Initiative, be reliable, and work independently on occasions
• Cross-Team Collaboration and Service Coordination 

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND OTHER EXPERIENCES:

• Bachelor degree in business, human resources, social work or related field with a minimum of 5 years of experience as a case manager or career specialist or the appropriate combination of education and experience
• Bilingual fluency in Spanish.
• Demonstrated experience in public speaking and workshop leadership.
• Ability to conduct internet-based research.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, including a demonstrated ability to work in diverse, cross-cultural settings.
• Ability to work independently and in multidisciplinary teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and the ability to learn new database systems for outcomes tracking.
• Deep commitment to CRIPCS's core values and Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB), and ability to model those values in relationships with colleagues and partners.

SALARY RANGE AND BENEFITS:

We offer:

• A competitive annual starting salary range of $35.58 to $42.07 per hour, commensurate with experience.
• 46 total days of time off (a combination of paid holidays, vacation, sick, and personal time) per year. This number increases over time. 
• Competitive health benefits and retirement match (up to 6% of the base salary) after your qualifying period
• A flexible, hybrid work schedule
• Deep investment in individualized professional development, inclusive of coaching, conference attendance, and tuition reimbursement

Even if you don’t feel that all the requested qualifications aren’t your current strengths, we still welcome you to apply. We invite all candidates of all backgrounds to apply. 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 

• Ability to move throughout classrooms, offices, and meeting spaces to conduct workshops, meet with students, and collaborate with staff.
• Ability to sit for extended periods while documenting case notes, conducting job searches, preparing materials, and updating the Student Information System (SIS). 
• Ability to occasionally lift or carry workshop materials, handouts, student files, or laptops (typically 10–20 pounds). 
• Ability to meet one-on-one with students, which may require sitting, standing, or moving between advising spaces.

DETAILS OF ROLE: 

• FLSA CLASSIFICATION:                                                NON-EXEMPT
• REPORTS TO:                                                                 DIRECTOR OF STUDENT SERVICES
• TYPE OF ROLE:                                                              12 MONTHS
• MANAGES:                                                                      N/A

SCHEDULE:

Monday                              12:15 pm to 8:45 pm

Tuesday                              8:00 am to 4:30 pm

Wednesday                        12:15 pm to 8:45 pm

Thursday                             8:00 am to 4:30 pm

Friday                                  8:00 am to 4:30 pm

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Carlos Rosario International Public Charter School is an equal opportunity employer, and is committed to providing equal employment opportunity in recruitment, hiring, training and development, promotion, termination, compensation and all other terms, conditions and privileges of employment. In accordance with federal and DC laws, Carlos Rosario School does not discriminate with regard to employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, sex, age marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, family responsibilities, political affiliation, disability, matriculation, veteran status, or other protected status under applicable law.

The salary range is from $35.58 to $42.07 per hour, based on experience.

Apply directly at Carlos Rosario International Public Charter School's career page at:

https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=33b607f4-564d-4335-b098-98dd2b218da4&ccId=1434660535_1116&type=MP&lang=en_US&jobId=547673

Even if you don’t feel that all of the requested qualifications aren’t your current strengths, we still welcome you to apply. We invite all candidates of diverse backgrounds to apply.

This position will remain open until filled.