Career Coach (Blueprint), Grant Service Specialist II (NCS) - Mayor's Office of Employment Development

ABOUT THE ROLE This full-time, non-civil service position is with the Mayor's Office of Employment Development in partnership with the Baltimore City Public Schools' Office of College and Career Readiness. The Career Coach will deliver critical career advising services through the Blueprint for Maryland's Future legislation. The role focuses on supporting middle and high school students in identifying, exploring, and connecting to career interests to ensure successful postsecondary placement outcomes through one-on-one and group advising. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES - Provide career advising to help students create career journey plans and select post-college and career readiness pathways. - Advise and support students, including high-risk and underserved populations, in obtaining essential job readiness skills. - Expose students and families to career options early to help them engage in school and develop their career paths. - Monitor, maintain, and track student experiences through the work-based learning continuum, such as internships, apprenticeships, and industry certifications. - Leverage and communicate resources and connections, including employers and programs like YouthWorks and Grads2Careers. - Make appropriate referrals to supportive services and school-based staff to meet student needs. - Keep accurate records and data on student education, training, and employment outcomes, and compile data for local, state, and federal reports. - Coordinate and lead career readiness activities such as mock interviews, resume workshops, job shadows, and career days. - Collaborate with school-based teams, including other career coaches, counselors, postsecondary advisors, and Career Navigators. - Perform other duties as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 1. Education: A bachelor's degree from an accredited university in a relevant field is preferred. 2. Experience: Two years of directly related experience working with young people. 3. Equivalency: An equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be substituted if it directly relates to the essential duties. Preference is given to candidates with demonstrated understanding or certification in youth development practices. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS - Ability to travel to and between schools on a frequent basis. - Successful completion of a criminal background check and fingerprinting is required. - Mandatory six-month probation period for all selected persons, including current City employees. - Required to complete a Financial Disclosure within 30 days of hire pursuant to City Ethics Law. - Grant positions are not eligible for retirement benefits. SELECTION PROCESS - This is a non-civil service position. - Final candidates will be subject to a criminal background check and fingerprinting authorization. HOW TO APPLY - Apply through the City of Baltimore's application system using Job Requisition ID: R0019253. - Applications must be submitted before the end date of November 27, 2026. - Applicants requiring accommodations during the hiring process should contact the Department of Human Resources directly and must not attach the request to the application. EMPLOYMENT DETAILS - Schedule: Full-Time - Location: Charles L. Benton, Jr. Building, Baltimore (with frequent travel to schools) - Benefits: Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, optional life, AD&D, and FSA plans, plus wellness programs, support groups, and workshops. Note that grant positions are not eligible for retirement benefits.