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

THIS IS A NON-CIVIL SERVICE POSITION

POSTING DATE: 08/19/2025

SALARY: $57,680.00

The Mayor’s Office of Employment Development (MOED) coordinates and directs workforce development initiatives responsive to the needs of Baltimore City employees and job seekers in order to enhance and promote the local economy. At MOED, we view our mission broadly to deliver economic justice to our city! To us, economic justice means creating an equitable workforce system for all residents – especially those who have been generationally and systemically disadvantaged – one that is responsive to their needs and ensures viable economic opportunities. Our vision is for every City resident to maximize his/her career potential, and all employers have the human resources to grow and prosper – a workforce system that works.

SUMMARY OF POSITION

The Maryland Blueprint Career Counselor role will work under the direction of the Mayor’s Office of Employment Development in partnership with the Baltimore City Public Schools’ Office of College and Career Readiness.

The 46 people hired for this role will deliver critical career advising services through the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future. The Blueprint is a landmark piece of legislation that includes comprehensive changes to Maryland’s early childhood and public schools. Increasing education funding by $3.8 billion each year over the next 10 years, the Blueprint will enrich student experiences, accelerate student outcomes, and improve the overall quality of education in Maryland.

A key pillar of the Blueprint is to ensure all Maryland students are given the support needed to be college and career-ready by the 10th grade and pursue the post-second pathway most aligned with their skills and interests.

This role is responsible for implementing and delivering Blueprint’s career advising program to middle and/or high school students through 1:1 and group advising that supports students in identifying, exploring, experiencing, and connecting to their career interests for successful postsecondary placement outcomes. The Career Coach will work as part of a team with other Career Coaches, and school-based staff including school counselors, post-secondary advisors, MOED’s career navigators, other school-based staff, parents/guardians, industry partners, and cross-agency links.
 

Responsibilities:

• Provide career advising that supports students in creating their career journey plans that aide in their selection of one or more post-college and career readiness pathways

• Advise and support students, including students that are high risk and/or underserved populations in obtaining essential job readiness skills

• Expose students and families to career options early and often to help them engage in school and to develop their career path

• Monitor, maintain, and track student experiences through City Schools’ work-based learning continuum (such as internships, apprenticeships, industry certifications, etc.)

• Leverage and communication resources and connections including employers and programs including and not limited to Youthworks and Grads2Careers through MOED, City Schools, and Baltimore City Community College

• Make appropriate referrals to supportive services and school-based staff to meet student needs 

• Keep accurate records and data on students related to their high school and post high school education, training, and employment outcomes. Compile data for local, state, and federal reports as necessary

• Coordinate and/or lead career readiness activities such as mock interview and resume workshops, job shadows, career days, etc.

• Collaborate with school-based teams such as other career coaches, school counselors, post-secondary advisors, MOED’s Career Navigators, and other school-based staff for student college and career success outcomes

• Perform other duties as assigned

• Admission to the Bar of the State of Maryland is required.

• A minimum of 3 years of experience in trial work, legal writing, and/or municipal law and practice before Circuit and District courts.

Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in a relevant field preferred, plus two years of directly related experience working with young people. An equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be substituted, if it directly relates to the essential duties and responsibilities. Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated understanding and/or certification in youth development practices.

• Understanding of youth develo