College and Career Coach

Ivy Tech-Bloomington is looking for an individual to join their team as a College and Career Coach. In this role, the successful candidate will support high school students in exploring career pathways, developing postsecondary plans, and pursuing opportunities such as technical certifications, dual credit, dual enrollment, and degree programs. This position works closely with students, families, high school partners, and Ivy Tech staff to provide career guidance, facilitate college and career planning, and strengthen connections between secondary and postsecondary education. The role also serves as an Ivy Tech representative in local high schools and helps students navigate admissions, enrollment, and pathway completion.

GENERAL PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF THE POSITION: The College and Career Coach will work to improve the number of students pursuing a strong post-secondary pathway, which could include technical certifications, associate degrees and other post-secondary degrees including career and technical education (CTE). The position will plan and implement outreach services in conjunction with industry representatives, school corporations, and post-secondary institutions. This work is aimed at helping students define their career aspirations and to recognize technical and community college programs that can help them achieve their educational and career goals.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide regular career counseling for high school students to help them discover fulfilling, successful careers.
• Work with students individually to complete a Career Interest Inventory, and post-secondary education plan all designed to meet career/employability goals.
• Prepare and share information on career exploration and job market statistics to facilitate students’ postsecondary planning.
• Develop a strategic plan to guide them through their high school and college years and achieve their career goals.
• Provide support for students pursuing dual credit and dual enrollment programming. This may include assisting and advising them about the process of enrollment and registration as part of pathway completion. This may include helping students through Dual Enroll, assessment, and transfer credit discussions.
• Serve as liaison for dual credit matters by communicating regularly with high school staff, students, and parents.
• Communicate in writing and through regularly scheduled meetings with Ivy Tech staff and high school/career center administration.
• Serve as an Ivy Tech Community College representative in high schools. 
• Plan campus visits for their schools.
• Meet with students on campus for admissions and dual enrollment appointments.
• Position will spend several months post initial hire on the Ivy Tech Community College Bloomington campus to receive comprehensive training around the College and Career Coach role. Additionally, the position will work on the Ivy Tech Community College Bloomington campus when the high schools are closed for summer break, winter break, etc. 

This is not to be construed as an exhaustive list. Other duties logically associated with this position may be assigned. All responsibilities will be conducted within the parameters of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), other applicable regulatory requirements, and professional standards.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Director of Admissions, Recruitment and Cohort Programs

SUPERVISION GIVEN: None

• Associate’s degree in related field required. Bachelor’s degree preferred.

• Previous experience in advising, carer counseling, recruiting, teaching or student services preferred.
• Ability to travel between high schools and Ivy Tech Community College Bloomington is required.
• Strong written and oral communication and presentation skills required.
• Must have the ability to:
  • work with diverse populations.
  • work independently without direct supervision.
  • initiate and balance multiple work projects.
  • work both independently and collaboratively with a team.

We are looking for a candidate who is committed to an environment where team members feel valued, respected, and supported. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to a workplace culture that recognizes and appreciates varied perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences. We are seeking someone passionate about creating and maintaining a team dynamic that encourages open communication and mutual respect. 

Ivy Tech is committed to supporting the well-being, growth, and financial security of our full-time faculty and staff. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

Health & Wellness

• Multiple medical plan options paired with a Health Savings Account with a generous employer contribution

• Dental plan with no-cost preventive services and coverage for orthodontia

• Vision plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses

• Employee Assistance Program offering no-cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources

• Wellness program with opportunities to earn $250 in Wellness Rewards

• Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare (limited purpose) and dependent care

Retirement & Financial Security

• 10% employer retirement contribution, fully vested after two years

• Basic life insurance equal to annual salary paid by the College, with optional supplemental coverage

• Short-term and long-term disability benefits

Educational Benefits

• Fee remission for employees, spouses, and dependent children

• Tuition assistance for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs

• Paid professional development opportunities

Work‑Life Balance

• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and winter recess

• Flexible work arrangements where available

• Paid childbirth recovery leave (8 weeks)

• Paid parental leave (4 weeks)

Additional Perks

• Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness

• Additional discounts on gym memberships, transportation, and various retail services

Ivy Tech is proud to offer benefits that support your health, your family, and your future—because when our employees thrive, our students and communities thrive too. For more information on Ivy Tech Benefits, visit https://careers.ivytech.edu/benefits.

Note: Employees who re-hire with the College within 180 days of leaving a full-time position with the College may be eligible for additional benefits depending on their bridged seniority date.

Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.