Career Specialist

Forward Service Corporation

JAG Career Specialist recruiting and guiding high school students through Forward Service Corporation’s education-to-career program. Developing career plans, employment opportunities, and post-graduation support.

Posted 8/22/2026full-timeMilwaukee • Wisconsin • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in student recruitment, curriculum development, and individualized career planning while fostering supportive relationships with diverse stakeholders. Proficient in implementing the JAG model and maintaining compliance with educational policies and standards.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor's DegreeWisconsin Teaching LicenseCurriculum DevelopmentStudent RecruitmentMicrosoft Office 365

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Hard Skills

Career Development PlanningData AnalysisAssessment AdministrationTyping Speed of 30 WPMReport Writing

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationRelationship BuildingProblem SolvingCooperation and RespectConfidentiality Maintenance

Tools & Technologies

JAGForceWord Processing ApplicationsSpreadsheet ApplicationsPresentation ApplicationsDatabase Management Applications

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid Driver's LicenseCriminal Background Check

Industry Keywords

JAG ProgramSchool-to-Career TransitionHigh School EducationCommunity EngagementAdvisory Committee

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Identify, recruit, and instruct students facing challenges with academic promotion, graduation, and school-to-career transition
Ensure interactions, processes, and materials align with the Transition to Success philosophy and practices
Implement the JAG curriculum and help students acquire specific competencies
Use lectures, hands-on activities, and team teaching to address students’ needs
Develop and implement individual intervention strategies
Recruit students and secure referrals from school personnel, the Advisory Committee, and parents
Interview candidates and referring parties to assess eligibility using JAG guidelines
Administer assessments and career interest surveys
Create and implement individualized career development plans
Build relationships with teachers, administrators, and the Advisory Committee
Promote the JAG program in schools and the broader community
Attend and speak at community events
Work with employers, parents, civic groups, and legislators to build program awareness and support
Develop job opportunities, internships, apprenticeships, and job shadows
Organize and advise the JAG Career Association
Provide guidance, counseling, and support, referring students to additional services as needed
Follow school policies regarding discipline, attendance, and mandated reporting
Maintain accurate student, employer, community-contact, and classroom documentation in JAGForce and student hard files
Securely maintain student files
Help students secure and maintain employment or post-secondary education
Provide follow-up support for 12 months after graduation
Develop contact plans for non-graduates transitioning to employment or further education
Maintain regular and prompt attendance
Travel to local and out-of-state meetings, events, and trainings
Participate in staff, regional, and statewide meetings and professional development
Participate in school activities such as lunch duty and field trips
Complete assigned special projects
Supervise staff throughout the state, including direct supervision of Refugee Support Services Case Managers

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree and experience working with high school students
A valid Wisconsin Teaching License may be required depending on the location of the position
Ability to engage with school staff, students, employers, and community members
Ability to foster cooperation, sharing, and respect
Ability to establish supportive relationships with students while maintaining appropriate boundaries
Ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences to educate and advocate for the JAG program
Ability to develop curriculum and educational opportunities aligned with the JAG model
Ability to maintain confidentiality and comply with school and organizational policies
Ability to pass a criminal background check
Maintain a valid driver’s license and be insurable
Proficiency in word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, and database management applications
Advanced Microsoft Office 365 knowledge
Ability to learn program-specific software and other technological tools
Typing speed of 30 WPM with at least 95% accuracy
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals
Ability to present information and respond to questions from groups, clients, customers, and the public
Ability to perform basic arithmetic with whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
Ability to analyze data, identify patterns, and make recommendations
Ability to solve practical problems with limited standardization
Ability to interpret written, oral, diagram, and schedule-based instructions

Benefits

Comp & perks

Valid driver’s license and insurability requirement
Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities
Professional development activities and training opportunities
Travel to local and out-of-state meetings, events, and trainings