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As of Jun 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for student development coordinator in the United States is $59,075.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $51,000.00 and $70,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a Student Development Coordinator, you need a background in education, counseling, or student affairs, often supported by a bachelor's or master's degree in a related field. Familiarity with student information systems, event management software, and assessment tools is commonly required. Strong interpersonal communication, organization, and problem-solving abilities help you effectively engage students and collaborate with campus partners. These skills are crucial for fostering student growth, supporting diverse needs, and delivering impactful co-curricular programs.

How does a Student Development Coordinator typically collaborate with faculty and student organizations to support campus initiatives?

Student Development Coordinators often act as a bridge between faculty, student organizations, and administrative departments to foster a supportive campus environment. They regularly meet with student leaders and faculty advisors to coordinate events, workshops, and leadership programs that align with institutional goals. This role requires proactive communication, problem-solving, and the ability to balance multiple projects while ensuring that the needs of diverse student groups are met. Collaboration is key, as coordinators frequently facilitate partnerships, mediate concerns, and help design co-curricular activities that enhance student engagement and personal growth.

What does a Student Development Coordinator do?

A Student Development Coordinator is responsible for creating and managing programs that support students' personal, academic, and professional growth outside the classroom. They often organize workshops, leadership training, and campus events, and provide guidance and resources to help students succeed. These coordinators collaborate with faculty, staff, and student organizations to foster a positive and inclusive campus environment. Their work is essential in enhancing student engagement, retention, and overall well-being.
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Career Development Coordinator - 50%

Career Development Coordinator - 50%

Wake County Public School System

Raleigh, NC • On-site

Part-time

Posted 7 days ago

Wake County Public School System rating

5.4

Company rating: 5.4 out of 10

Based on 33 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

456th of 545 rated elementary and secondary schools

Job description

Overview

POSITION TITLE (Oracle title)

CAREER ACADEMY-CAREER DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR

WORKING TITLE

Career Academy Coordinator 

SCHOOL/DEPARTMENT

High School/Career and Technical Education

LOCATION

High School 

PAY GRADE

Teacher Salary Schedule

FLSA STATUS

Exempt

ELIGIBILITY FOR EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT

Yes

WORK WEEK SCHEDULE

Monday-Friday (occasional evenings and weekends) 

POSITION PURPOSE:

Supports Career and Technical Education (CTE) Academies and to provide and coordinate career development services for students participating in the Academy. Works collaboratively with administrators, student services personnel, and teachers to ensure the delivery of career development services.  Facilitates linkages with parents, business/industry, postsecondary institutions, and community organizations to support students' transition to postsecondary education and employment.  Responsible for overall management and administration of the Academy, including program and staff development, recruitment procedures, internships, reporting, local expansion, marketing, and student development and achievement. Responsible for ensuring the academy model is followed with fidelity.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSAs)

  • Considerable knowledge of Microsoft Office, specifically, Microsoft Word, Excel (analyzing data and performing calculations using databases and spreadsheets), Power Point; Google Apps;
  • Demonstrated leadership and team building skills;
  • Strong interpersonal skills;
  • Ability to analyze data to make short and long-range decisions about the Career Academy;
  • Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form using a variety of communication techniques and tools to ensure the appropriate flow of information, collaborative efforts, and feedback; 
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school officials, school administrators, teachers, support staff, Career Advisory Board members and other stakeholders.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE

  • Bachelor's Degree and current Continuing Professional license in any Career and Technical Education Program Area; OR
  • Current Continuing Professional license as a School Counselor at the G level.

CERTIFICATION AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

  • Must hold or be eligible for licensing as a Career Development Coordinator (747) or Career Development Facilitator (741);
  • Must hold and maintain a valid motor vehicle operator's license according to the State of NC requirements.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Experience as Career Development Coordinator.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Serves as the main point-of-contact for the career academy and promotes all tenets of the career academy model.
  • Collaborates with school, community, and industry leaders to provide work-based learning events for academy students, surveys participants after the event, analyzes feedback of participants, and maintains student participation data.
  • Collaborates with school leaders to maintain fidelity of the career academy model including cohorting students, following a designated course sequence, and working with academy teachers to create a positive impact on student achievement leading to success of students.
  • Participates in planning and leading district-wide events for students and participates in professional learning at the district, state, and/or national level.
  • Collects, maintains, and analyzes academy data and shares with academy stakeholders as appropriate. 
  • Recruits industry partners, postsecondary educators, community members, and others to join the Career Academy Advisory Board and maintains communications with them.
  • Creates and distributes marketing materials and recruits students for the academy.
  • Monitors academic performance, behavior, and attendance of academy students and assists with appropriate interventions.
  • Communicates with stakeholders including parents of academy students regarding academy events, fundraising, and progress of students.
  • Coordinates career development services and career planning with academy students.
  • Performs other related duties, as assigned.

    • WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

    This job operates in a professional office environment or a classroom. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, scanners, and copiers. The position, at times, must be able to come into direct contact with school system staff, staff members of external funding agencies, and the community. Work is considered light physical work, requiring the exertion of up to ten pounds of force. Travel to business/industry for site visits and on field trips with students is required.

    EFFECTIVE DATE:  2/2024

    DISCLAIMER:  The above statements are intended to describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this position.  They are not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required by the employees assigned to this position.  This description may be revised by HR and approved at any time.

    Employment Type: PART_TIME

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    Wake County Public Schools (WCPSS) is a well-regarded educational institution based in Cary, NC, United States. As the largest school district in North Carolina and the 15th largest in the U.S, it operates within the education industry providing primary and secondary education to students in Wake County. The district oversees a wide array of schools, including traditional calendars, year-round calendars, modified calendars, and magnets. Founded in 1976, the WCPSS has consistently strived to meet the individual needs of all students by providing a safe, supportive, and rigorous learning environment.

    Industry

    Education

    Company size

    201 - 500 Employees

    Headquarters location

    Cary, NC, US

    Year founded

    1976

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