Company Description:
Founded in 1873, having celebrated its 150th anniversary in 2023, Massachusetts College of Art
and Design (MassArt), is the nation’s first and only independent, free-standing public college of art and design in the country. MassArt is
an inclusive community of thinkers, doers, makers, educators, innovators and leaders striving to shape the future through art and design.
We’ve spent 150 years demonstrating the truly amazing things that happen when a world-class art and design education is an option for every
deserving student. Located in Boston’s hub of arts and culture along the Avenue of the Arts, MassArt enrolls 2,000 students and offers a
comprehensive range of undergraduate and graduate degrees in 18 disciplines, as well as continuing education and youth programs.
MassArt strives to be a model of diversity and inclusion; the campus community reflects the layers of cultural and self-identity that
proudly make up our region, nation, and world. We build effective partnerships with co-workers throughout the College by freely sharing
appropriate information and providing assistance to all and maintain an environment that is welcoming to persons of all backgrounds,
nationalities, and roles.
Job Description:
Position Overview
The Employment
Specialist is a dual-impact role focused on both community employment and classroom support. You will work directly with students to
overcome barriers to employment by identifying interests, assessing work skills, and developing individualized workplace support. You will
be the bridge between our talented students and the local business community, fostering inclusive hiring practices and ensuring long-term
job retention.
Salary: $46,000 annually
Hours per week: 30 hours
Supervision
Received: Program Coordinator
Supervision Exercised: Supervise and mentor student peer mentors and Aspire
program participants.
Position is a grant-funded position and governed by the following APA Policies Handbook.
This position
is exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act. Please note that this position is funded through an external grant.
Continued employment in this role is contingent upon the availability and renewal of grant funding.
Key
Responsibilities
Job Development & Employer Relations
- Build and maintain a network of employer
partnerships to identify and create job opportunities. - Utilize “job carving” and creation strategies to match student skills with
business needs. - Educate employers on job accommodations, workplace support, and the benefits of an inclusive
workforce. - Represent Aspire at community events, chambers of commerce, and resource fairs.
Student Support &
Transition
- Provide direct vocational counseling, skill training, and travel training.
- Help students develop
professional resumes, portfolios, and self-management strategies. - Facilitate the transition into permanent employment by developing
“natural support” within the workplace. - Manage weekly student schedules and facilitate supervision meetings.
Case Management and Data
- Coordination: Ensure seamless service delivery by coordinating with state agencies,
community organizations, and families. - Record Keeping: Maintain detailed records, including case notes, progress reports, and
employment history. - Data Management: Collect and manage data necessary for program evaluation and administrative
requirements.
On-Campus Student Support
- General Support: Provide person-centered support to
students while on campus at MassArt. - Classroom: Attend classes with students to provide cues for appropriate classroom etiquette and
promote engagement. - Academic: Assist students with time management, organization, work skills, and meeting course audit
requirements. - Navigation: Help students navigate the campus and connect with university resources.1
- Social: Facilitate
introductions to peers, faculty, and campus resources while students are in class
Leadership
- Contribute to program improvements and participate in selected committees.
Requirements:
Minimum Requirements:
- Education: Bachelor’s Degree
required. - Experience: 2-5 years of experience providing services to individuals with disabilities.
- Mobility: Ability to
travel throughout Greater Boston and Eastern Massachusetts. - Flexibility: Ability to work a flexible schedule, including occasional
evenings/weekends, to meet participant needs. - Physical: Ability to bend, reach, and lift up to 30 lbs. to provide hands-on
training.
Core Competencies:
- Tech Savvy: Proficiency in Microsoft Office, social media, and
administrative software. - Communication: Exceptional oral and written communication skills; ability to work with diverse
populations. - Organization: Strong data management skills and the ability to handle multiple priorities and confidential
information. - Collaboration: A team-oriented mindset with a strong commitment to customer service and student success.
Additional Information:
Please note MassArt:
- Does not support employment-based visa sponsorship or
non-student exchange visitor visa sponsorship. - Is not an E-Verify institution.
Selected candidates must be eligible to
work in the US at the time of employment, complete all onboarding tasks including a Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) and Sex
Offender Registry Information (SORI) background review and provide proof of eligibility to work in the US by completing the Form 19,
Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.
You are required to show proof of your identity and employment eligibility within
three (3) days of the start of your employment. You will not be authorized to work in any capacity until all paperwork has been completed.
For a list of all acceptable documents please click here.
Comprehensive Benefits (does not apply to contractor/student positions):
When
you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of
your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.
Want the
specifics? Please click here to view MassArt Benefits.
MassArt provides equal
employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or
expression, age, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, military status, genetic information, pregnancy or a
pregnancy-related condition, or membership in any other legally protected class.
MassArt complies with all applicable federal, state
and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the college operates. This policy applies to all terms
and conditions of employment.
Application Instructions:
Kindly submit your cover letter and resume.
