ATDM Career Services Coordinator I

Due to the nature of the work performed only U.S. citizens will be considered for this position. This role is not eligible for remote work and will be based onsite in Danville Virginia.

About IALRThe Institute for Advanced Learning and Research (IALR) serves as a regional catalyst for economic transformation. The mission will be accomplished through applied research advanced learning economic development advanced manufacturing and conference services. Driving Economic Transformation is at the heart of everything we do at the Institute for Advanced Learning and breakthroughs create opportunity grow innovation power progress and host greatness. Each of our divisions plays a critical role in daily preserving and delivering this mission.

About the RoleThe ATDM Career Services Coordinator I is responsible for the successful placement of ATDM graduates in the Submarine Industrial Base (SIB)/Defense Industrial Base (DIB). The key to this role is the ability to foster relationships with the students to establish a career pathway prior to completion of the ATDM program. An ideal candidate will be able to work independently as well as work effectively in a team-orientated environment managing multiple timelines.


This position will support student job placement activities and resources. The Career Services Coordinator I will communicate with multiple stakeholders within an organization. An ideal candidate will possess a background in customer service student services or career counseling.

Key Responsibilities:
Maintain and enter data for the ATDM project in relation to student job placement in program/institutional database to ensure timely and accurate submittal to the ATDM for on-going reporting to stakeholders.
Research SIB/DIB companies and job descriptions that align with the program and students skill sets
Assist with employment events that expose students to opportunities in the SIB/DIB.
Closely navigate each student through mandatory workforce training courses which includes but is not limited to one-on-one support resume and mock interview prep and consistent review and documentation of students job searches application submissions job interviews and job offers.
Provide support to ATDM staff as needed
Performs other related duties as required.

Work LocationWe are looking for staff to work onsite in Danville VA.

The Ideal Candidate

• Bachelors degree is preferred with at least two years of relevant professional experience required.
• A background in workforce development including a thorough knowledge of best practices is preferred.
• Experience in coordinating projects from idea into implementation.
• Demonstrated ability to gather and analyze research may be applicable to assigned project and/or for grant development and submittal. Strong organizational and planning skills to successfully manage multiple projects well-developed written & oral communication skills and time management skills.
• Strong analytical and presentation skills with the ability to communicate and work effectively with diverse business groups.
• Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office products.
• Self-starter and able to work independently following written and verbal instructions as well as work effectively in a team-oriented environment.

Essential Physical Requirements:

• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
• Ability to develop working relationships with other Human Resources professionals and Hiring Managers.
• Ability to work under stress interruptions and tight deadlines.
• Must be able to operate and manipulate a keyboard.
• Must be able to move from building to building with limited travel.
• Light physical work may be required.
• Travel may be required.

Salary & BenefitsIALR will offer a salary of commensurate with experience plus applicable shift differential. IALR offers unique career opportunities in an innovative environment all to support the economic transformation of Southern Virginia. Eligible employees are afforded excellent medical dental and vision coverage with lower-than-expected costs and participate in the Virginia Retirement System to save for their future.

How to ApplyApply online at Interviews will begin as qualified applicants are identified.

IALR is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or protected veteran status. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process please contact Requests will be kept confidential and handled in accordance with applicable laws.