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Career Coach

Pursuit
Location
New York City
Posted
28 days ago
Department
Training and Programming
Salary
$80,000 – $100,000
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Passion for Pursuit's mission and experience working with adults from underserved communities
  • Familiarity with today's job market, ideally through recruiting or HR experience
  • Ability to inspire and coach individuals toward their career goals
  • Data-driven and outcomes-oriented mindset
  • Ability to provide constructive and actionable feedback
  • Commitment to equity and expanding opportunities for underrepresented communities
What the job really is

As a Career Coach at Pursuit, you will guide individuals from underserved communities through their job search process, focusing on achieving successful placements. Your responsibilities include coaching on job search strategies, networking skills, and interview preparation, while also tracking progress and adjusting approaches to ensure Builders are job-ready. This role requires non-traditional hours to accommodate the needs of the Builders you support.

Benefits
  • Competitive compensation in base, plus bonus and a full benefits package
  • 401k match
  • Unlimited PTO and an all-Pursuit summer break the last week of August, plus a week-long holiday the last week of December
  • Catered lunches once a week and great snacks
  • Dedicated time to build in AI and hone your own AI skills
Things to weigh
  • Non-traditional working hours required to meet Builders' needs
  • Role is heavily focused on outcomes and job placements, which may add pressure
  • Position requires in-person time at HQ and attendance at events
  • Salary range may vary based on candidate experience
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