Career Coordinator (Youth)

Company: Encompass Resources for Learning Inc
Location: Rochester
Posted on: February 27, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description About Our Organization: EnCompass: Resources for Learning is a nonprofit organization established in 2004 by families, educators, and community leaders to meet the needs of Rochester students. Today, EnCompass provides 2,400 students and their families, annually, with a cradle-to-career pathway of academic, wraparound, college and career-readiness, and job training and placement services. Job Description: Join EnCompass’ innovative, community-wide initiatives preparing Rochester youth for career and lifelong success! Through youth-centered collaboration, shared resources, and accessible, quality services, EnCompass equips youth to participate in the community’s growth as a skilled workforce with the necessary resources to live, work and prosper in our community. The Career Coordinator oversees career development and employment components of EnCompass programs including employment education, career exposures, community-based camps, and enrichment activities, focused on exposing students to a variety of professional opportunities and developing the skills to be successful professionals. By supervising and supporting EnCompass Employment Navigator(s) and carrying a student caseload, the Coordinator leads the employment navigation efforts of the organization, to ensure students receive ongoing mentorship. Demonstrated organizational skills, professional communication, and project management experience are required. Job Responsibilities: Curate 10 career pathways to support youth in entering mid-to high-wage careers. Develop and maintain strategic partnerships with local employers; facilitate regular check-ins to support alignment and shared vision. Facilitate steering team meetings and collaborate with all partnering agencies in the implementation and ongoing operationalization of the Hive. Understand and comply with grant requirements, meet deliverables, and complete all documents, forms, and reports. Present to local businesses and community-based organizations, promoting employment and training services for Future Ready Students. Supervise and develop Employment Navigator(s). Collaborate with colleagues to support first-year post-graduation students as they transition into the workforce/college community. Plan and deliver job readiness training including employment education and refreshers. Match youth to appropriate jobs with employer partners. Assist with identifying professionals that could share employment and real-world opportunities with youth. Plan, organize, and support the implementation of career camps and enrichments. Actively seek potential program partners to support the development of career pathways. Maintain and track student data; input data into database. Review, synthesize, and report out on given datapoints (e.g., employment numbers, program attendance, employment education completion rates, etc.). Supervise and facilitate programming, including an annual multi-day overnight college tour trip. Transport youth to career-related events and enrichments. Attend external meetings for professional associations and partnerships, when appropriate. Additional responsibilities, as assigned by supervisor Knowledge, skills, and abilities: Unyielding commitment to students, families, and the EnCompass mission Knowledge of current research and practices related to career readiness Excellent judgment and community-centered mindset Effective communication skills, particularly as they relate to the managing of partnerships and the supervision of staff Ability to collaborate with others from diverse backgrounds Proficiency with Microsoft Office Qualifications: Minimum – Bachelor’s degree in relevant field and 3 years of relevant work experience; valid driver’s license Preferred – 3 years of experience managing program and/or supervising staff Salary: $60,507 - $76,731/year based on relevant work experience Schedule: Traditional School Year Hours: Monday - Thursday 10:00-6:30pm Friday 8:00-4:30pm Traditional Summer Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00-4:30pm These hours may vary based on department and program need. Commitment to DEI: It is our pledge to nourish an organizational culture which strives to: Embrace diversity in all forms and structure policies and practices to increase representation of qualified individuals who reflect the communities we serve Prioritize equity in employment, compensation, promotion, and professional development Increase access to quality services, educational and economic opportunities, and lifelong success for students and families Value the unique backgrounds and experiences of each person we employ and serve Cultivate a work environment where all people feel safe to express ideas Keywords: workforce development, youth mentorship, youth development, community partnerships, employment education,

Keywords: Encompass Resources for Learning Inc, Syracuse , Career Coordinator (Youth), Education / Teaching , Rochester, New York