X96583 Career Success Specialist
RiverHawks Scholar Program
Career Success Specialist & Project Coordinator
Position Summary Northeastern State University is seeking an enthusiastic and student-centered professional to serve as the Career Success Coordinator for the RiverHawks Scholar Program, an inclusive postsecondary education program for college students with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). The Coordinator will serve as a key representative of NSU’s commitment to inclusive education, helping ensure that students of all abilities have the opportunity to experience college life, gain workforce readiness skills, and engage meaningfully in campus and community life.
Career Success Coordinator is a grant funded position with the RiverHawks Scholar Program and will work directly with students in their work-based employment experience. This position will also serve as the project coordinator for the TPSID Grant. The RiverHawks Scholar Program is a four-year inclusive program designed to provide students with intellectual or developmental disabilities the opportunity to participate in the academic, residential, social, career and cultural experiences offered by the University with appropriate support for success. The candidate must be a self-starter, have strong knowledge of the Tahlequah community, and have the passion and composure needed to work with college students with disabilities. He/she must be organized, possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, and be proficient in Microsoft Office. This position shall report to the Director of the RiverHawks Scholar Program.
Key Responsibilities Develop a Work Ready Certificate in collaboration with DRS & WorkForce Oklahoma
Develops, schedules, plans and implements classes, seminars, symposia, workshops, and events
Develops and coordinates cooperative programs beyond traditional on-campus programs
Coordinates special programs involving internship, service learning, distance learning, community education, and outreach components
Create Curriculum & Teach The Following Micro-courses Resume Writing
Mock Interviews
Professional Dress
Online Job Search & Filling out an Application
Business Interpersonal Skills
Workplace Accommodations & Self Advocacy
Career Interest Surveys
Support supervisors at work-based employment locations — on campus & off campus
Bi-weekly visits with each supervisor
Create micro-credential training course
Train & address employer concerns about hiring people with disabilities while maintaining confidentiality of students
Identify a wide variety of workplace supports and provide training and follow-up supports for workplace supervisors & teams
Assist students by offering guidance to help them understand job tasks, workplace culture, and employer expectations while students are participating in internship placements
Provide weekly observation and support to student employees as a follow-along service
Coordinate job placement with graduating seniors
Set up a Zoom meeting with the senior, parents, DRS VR Counselor, Shannon Bombo — Central Oklahoma Workforce — to determine possible job locations and map out a strategy for job placement
Identify, collaborate, and recruit on-campus & off-campus internship employers for customized jobs for students with disabilities utilizing a supported employment approach
Ensure appropriate job accommodations and strategies have been implemented at the worksite; responsible for documentation and maintaining accurate notes to record student progress
Coordinate group training sessions for RSP students
Facilitate job trainings for tasks specific to the individual’s job function
Utilize data collection techniques to document effectiveness of workplace supports
Track job placement and job retention data (30, 60, 90, 180 )
Job placement in desired career fields for current RiverHawks Scholar Program students in Cherokee County
Increase the number of off-campus job placements for current RSP students
Track community involvement for current RSP students & graduates living in Cherokee County
Host annual career fair on the NSU campus
Teach RiverHawks program courses
Work collaboratively with RSP staff
Participate in weekly RSP planning meetings
Prepare reports for the Director as requested
Other duties as assigned
Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree in Education/Special Education, Social Work, Transition Services, or a related field
Experience in inclusive postsecondary education programs, college access initiatives, or transition planning
Familiarity with TPSID goals, Think College frameworks, or other inclusive education models
Knowledge of federal disability laws (IDEA, ADA, Section 504) and person-centered planning principles
Work Environment Position is based at NSU’s Tahlequah campus with travel across Oklahoma and tribal jurisdictions
Some physical activity required for setting up events and traveling with outreach materials
Work is performed in a collaborative team environment that values inclusion, creativity, and student success
Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Education/Special Education, Social Work, Rehabilitation Services, Counseling, or a related field
At least one year of experience working with individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities in an educational or service capacity or relevant experience
Strong written and oral communication skills, with the ability to engage a wide variety of stakeholders
Demonstrated commitment to access, inclusion, and equity in education
Ability to travel throughout the region and work occasional evenings & weekends
Annual salary $49,956.00 with excellent benefits, including generous leave time.
Anticipated hire date: 03/02/2026
Applications will be accepted until: 02/28/2026
NOTE: Posting will close to applicants at 11:59 p.m., CST, on the date above. An application cannot be changed after it has been submitted.
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Notice to applicants
It is Northeastern State University’s policy that all newly hired employees must provide an original social security card during the hiring process. Failure to provide an original social security card will delay the hiring process and ability to begin employment. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.