Career Navigator
- LocationJackson, TN
- Work typeOn-site
- EmploymentFull-time
- Posted6 November 2026
- SourceGoodwill Industries of Middle Tennessee's careers page (Workday)
Live checkFirst seen 3 days ago; still listed on Goodwill Industries of Middle Tennessee's careers page 3 h ago.
Moves fastWhen Goodwill Industries of Middle Tennessee takes a role down early, it is usually about 2 days after posting. Apply soon.
At a glance
- Experience8+ years
- EducationBachelor's degree or equivalent
- Skills and toolsDriver's license, Excel
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About the role
Job Location
South Jackson
Job Summary:
The Career Navigator plays a vital role in advancing our mission of changing lives through education, training, and employment by guiding individuals in overcoming barriers and achieving their career goals.
This position will support individuals in achieving career and education goals through direct service, counseling, and resource connection and emphasizes direct client service, intake support, and assisting participants in developing essential job-seeking and employability skills.
The Career Navigator will promote a positive work environment that celebrates our vision, mission and core values of Teamwork, Respect, Uprightness and Empowerment in every action and interaction with team members, donors, customers, management and persons served.
Job Description
Essential Functions
- Conducts intake appointments for individuals seeking employment or training.
- Supports participants in identifying training or educational needs.
- Assists in developing individualized career plans outlining goals and steps.
- Delivers one-on-one or group instruction in employability skills (resume writing, digital literacy, interview techniques, soft skills).
- Maintains communication with clients and provides accurate documentation of interactions.
- Creates weekly listings of job openings and emails job leads to clients.
- Maintains client flow within the center, ensuring quality service delivery.
- Enters data accurately into databases and generates routine reports.
- Represents the organization professionally in community settings.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Required Skills
Education
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent (8 years of experience in social work or training).
- Equivalent experience may be substituted for education requirements at a rate of two years of relevant experience for each year of required education.
Experience
- Four (4) years of social work, career counseling, workforce development or training
Knowledge and Skills
- Awareness of career development concepts.
- Interacts politely and professionally with Goodwill staff and community professionals.
- Able to deal with all situations calmly and positively.
- Able to proficiently use Microsoft Word, Excel, and Google Suite.
- Ability to commute to community events.
- Able to learn new processes quickly and possess strong organizational skills.
- Strong written and oral communication skills, including the ability to be able to communicate effectively with all levels of management and employees.
- Strong customer service, relationship building, and interpersonal skills.
- Strong time-management skills and must be able to pay attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
Certifications and Licenses
- A Valid driver’s license and proof of insurance. Local travel is required for this role.
Preferred Education / Experience /Knowledge & Skills / Certifications & License
- Career Coach/Navigator Certification
- Office management and/or job placement experience.
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