THIS IS A NON-CIVIL SERVICE POSITION Salary Range: $40,589.00 - $64,385.00 Annually Salary: $59,987.00 Annually Get to Know Us Welcome to the City of Baltimore! Experience the reward of a fulfilling career and enjoy the added element of excitement in a vibrant, diverse atmosphere. The City of Baltimore offers limitless opportunities to help drive social impact, both on the job and in the community, while serving its citizens. Join us in making Baltimore a great place to live and work. In the City of Baltimore, we hire great people and provide them with the skills and opportunities to grow toward their career aspirations. If you are looking for a career change or interested in learning more, explore our opportunities and benefits programs. We are excited to have you as a part of the City of Baltimore Team! The city offers medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, optional life, AD&D, and FSA plans. This office also supplies wellness programs, support groups, and workshops. You can learn about our benefits here: https://humanresources.baltimorecity.gov/hr-divisions/benefits NOTE: GRANT POSITIONS ARE NOT ELIGIBLE FOR RETIREMENT BENEFITS Job Summary: The Maryland Blueprint Career Counselor role will work under the direction of the Mayor’s Office of Employment Development in partnership with the Baltimore City Public Schools’ Office of College and Career Readiness. The person hired for this role will deliver critical career advising services through the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future. The Blueprint is a landmark piece of legislation that includes comprehensive changes to Maryland’s early childhood and public schools. Increasing education funding by $3.8 billion each year over the next 10 years, the Blueprint will enrich student experiences, accelerate student outcomes, and improve the overall quality of education in Maryland. A key pillar of the Blueprint is to ensure all Maryland students are given the support needed to be college and career-ready by the 10th grade and pursue the post-second pathway most aligned with their skills and interests. This role is responsible for implementing and delivering Blueprint’s career advising program to middle and/or high school students through 1:1 and group advising that supports students in identifying, exploring, experiencing, and connecting to their career interests for successful postsecondary placement outcomes. The Career Coach will work as part of a team with other Career Coaches, and school-based staff including school counselors, postsecondary advisors, MOED’s career navigators, other school-based staff, parents/guardians, industry partners, and cross-agency linkages. Essential Functions: Provide career advising that supports students in creating their career journey plans that aide in their selection of one or more post-college and career readiness pathways Advise and support students, including students that are high risk and/or underserved populations in obtaining essential job readiness skills Expose students and families to career options early and often to help them engage in school and to develop their career path Monitor, maintain, and track student experiences through City Schools’ work-based learning continuum (such as internships, apprenticeships, industry certifications, etc.) Leverage and communicate resources and connections including employers and programs including and not limited to YouthWorks and Grads2Careers through MOED, City Schools, and Baltimore City Community College Make appropriate referrals to supportive services and school-based staff to meet student needs Keep accurate records and data on students related to their high school and post high school education, training, and employment outcomes. Compile data for local, state, and federal reports as necessary Coordinate and/or lead career readiness activities such as mock interview and resume workshops, job shadows, career days, etc Collaborate with school-based teams such as other career coaches, school counselors, postsecondary advisors, MOED’s Career Navigators, and other school-based staff for student college and career success outcomes Perform other duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications: Education: Have a bachelors degree from an accredited university in a relevant field preferred. AND Experience: Have two years of directly related experience working with young people. OR Equivalency Notes: Have an equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be substituted, as long as it directly relates to the essential duties and responsibilities. Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated understanding and/or certification in youth development practices. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Understanding of youth development and career coaching frameworks Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with people from diverse racial, ethnic, socioeconomic, and gender backgrounds Strong analytical writing skills and oral communication skills Ability to develop and conduct presentations and training sessions Strong data and project management skills Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, school-based team, partners, businesses, associates, and the general public. Knowledge of personal computer with word processing, spreadsheet and database applications. Work Environment Requirements: Ability to travel to and between schools on a frequent basis. Background check and fingerprinting required Additional Information Background Check Eligible candidates under final consideration for appointment to positions identified as positions of trust will be required to complete authorization for a Criminal Background Check and/or Fingerprint must be successfully completed. Probation All persons, including current City employees, selected for this position must complete a mandatory six-month probation. Financial Disclosure This position is required to complete a Financial Disclosure pursuant to Sections 7-7, 7-8, and 7-9 of the City Ethics Law. The initial financial disclosure must be submitted within 30 days of hire. Baltimore City Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. The City of Baltimore prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, ancestry, creed, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Applicants requiring accommodations during the hiring process should contact the Department of Human Resources directly. Do not attach your request for accommodation to the application. BALTIMORE CITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER In the City of Baltimore we hire great people and provide them with the skills and opportunities to grow toward their career aspirations. If you are looking for a career change or interested in learning more? Explore our opportunities and benefits programs. We are excited to have you as a part of the City of Baltimore Team! Questions regarding the application process should be directed to the Department of Human Resources Office of Recruitment at (410) 396-3860, 711 (TTY), 7 E. Redwood Street, 16th Floor, Baltimore, MD 21202 or send an email to Recruitment

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