Career Services Advisor

Apex Technical School is an adult vocational school located in Long Island City, New York, that provides top-tier vocational training in high-growth trades. Founded in 1961, Apex serves about 1,400 students annually with six 900-hour certificate courses in skilled trades including A / C and Refrigeration, Automotive, Plumbing and Pipefitting, Electrical and Advanced Electrical, Welding Technology, and Construction Building Skills. Apex certificate programs are highly regarded and have been shown to have a substantial positive impact on economic mobility—leading to entry level careers.

This position is responsible for creating and nurturing connections with businesses and organizations to secure meaningful employment opportunities for Apex graduates. This role emphasizes proactive engagement with employers, fostering relationships, and identifying strategic opportunities to align employer needs with graduate skill sets.

Key Responsibilities :

Employer Engagement : Proactively build and maintain relationships with local businesses, organizations, and industry leaders through cold calling, networking events, and targeted outreach strategies.

Opportunity Development : Partner with employers to create new job pipelines and work experience opportunities tailored to the training and skills of Apex graduates.

Strategic Networking : Attend community and industry events to expand employer connections and promote Apex as a valuable source of trained talent.

Collaboration : Work closely with Job Placement Coordinators to align outreach efforts with placement goals, ensuring job opportunities are shared effectively within the Placement Department.

Labor Market Analysis : Research local labor market trends to identify emerging industries, high-demand roles, and areas of growth that align with Apex’s training programs.

Communication Hub : Serve as the primary liaison between employers and the Placement Department, ensuring a seamless flow of information and maintaining long-term relationships.

Data Management : Record, track, and analyze data related to job leads, employer partnerships, and outreach efforts for regular reporting to the Placement Department Manager.

Skills and Abilities :

Strong public relations and marketing skills with the ability to represent Apex confidently in external settings.

Proficient in computer applications, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook), and databases.

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to engage and build rapport with diverse employers and stakeholders.

Exceptional organizational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

Customer-focused with strong interpersonal skills to build trust and rapport with external partners.

Ideal Candidate : This role is ideal for someone who thrives in outreach and relationship-building, enjoys connecting with diverse industries, and has a passion for creating opportunities that bridge education and employment.

The Fedcap Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We are an EEO employer committed to diversity, M / F / D / V.