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Central State University lists this Career Connections Coordinator opportunity in wilberforce, Ohio. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Posting Details
Posting Details
Posting Number
Classification Title
Career Connections Coordinator
Working Title
Department
The Center for Career Exploration and Development
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Job Summary/Basic Function
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Administer and monitor Federal Work-Study (FWS) student employment processes within the Banner ERP system, ensuring accurate job coding, labor distribution, EPAF processing.
Serve as subject matter expert on Federal Work-Study policies and procedures, providing training and technical guidance to supervisors and students on eligibility verification, award utilization, compliance standards, and audit-ready documentation practices.
Analyze Banner data and FWS allocation reports to forecast utilization trends, prevent over-awards, reconcile payroll discrepancies, and generate compliance and performance dashboards to support institutional reporting and strategic workforce planning.
Maintain real-time tracking of student earnings in compliance with federal regulations.
Support the implementation, scheduling, preparation, and coordination of programming and training for the student employment practices.
Assists in the development and implementation of statistical and demographic data tracking on and off campus employment, student income, employer engagement and placement and program participation.
Develops and maintains digital tracking of job placement, acquired credentials of students and alumni and First Destination Survey data.
Trains students to utilize state of the art platforms for resumes, cover letters, elevator pitches, and interview preparation.
Analyzes trends in student employment, employer engagement, and graduate readiness, and contributes to annual dashboard reports and institutional planning efforts.
Creates timelines for student engagement that align with campus employment and employer recruitment cycles, and deadlines for,work study, internships, fellowships, graduate school admission, and employment programs.
Ability to conduct career-related seminars, on-campus supervisor and student training, information sessions and departmental programs, as needed.
Communicates professionally with faculty, staff, employers, Administration and Trustees, as needed.
Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Higher Education, Student Affairs, Human Resources, Business, Data Analytics, Counseling, or a related field.
At least 4 years of progressively responsible experience in career services, student employment, workforce development, or a related area. Administer and monitor Federal Work-Study (FWS) student employment processes within the Banner ERP system, ensuring accurate job coding, labor distribution, EPAF processing. Serve as subject matter expert on Federal
Work-Study policies and procedures, providing training and technical guidance to supervision and students on eligibility verification, award utilization, compliance standards, and audit-ready documentation practices. Analyze Banner data and FWS allocation reports to forecast utilization trends, prevent over-awards, reconcile payroll discrepancies, and generate compliance and performance dashboards to support institutional reporting and strategic workforce planning. Maintain real-time tracking of student earnings in compliance with federal regulations.
Demonstrated experience using career services platforms, especially Handshake and Banner, for employer engagement, job postings, event coordination, campus employment and data analytics.
Understanding of FERPA, EEO, and federal regulations regarding student employment.
Demonstrate use of data dashboards or reports to improve program outcomes.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Experience designing and leading workshops or professional development programs.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and skilled with data collection and analysis.
Demonstrate ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a dynamic, student facing environment.
Understanding FERPA, EEO, and federal regulations regarding student employment.
Ability to work effectively with diverse populations of students, faculty, staff, and external stakeholders, alumni and employers.
Preferred Qualifications Master's degree in Higher Education Administration, Counseling, Human Resources, Data Analytics or related discipline.
5+ years of experience specifically in career services or student employment programs, with supervisory or program coordination responsibility.
Prior experience with on and off-campus employment administration or student employment compliance oversight.
Proven ability to build partnerships across departments, especially Enrollment Management, Financial Aid, Human Resources, and Academic Affairs.
Posting Date
04/13/2026
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
All offer of employment at Central State University are contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check. This may include, but is not limited to, verification of education and employment history, criminal history check, driving record (if applicable), drug screening, and tax compliance review.
Certain positions may require additional screenings based on job responsibilities, regulatory requirements, or funding sources.
Failure to successfully complete the required background check or provide accurate and complete information may result in withdrawal of an offer or termination of employment.
Position Category
Staff - Monthly (Exempt)
Budgeted Annual Salary
Commensurate with experience
Worksite address
wilberforce, OH, 45384, US
Who can apply
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