Career Mentor and STEM Program Specialist (Part-Time)

<> Position Title: The Career Mentor and STEM Program Specialist Department: Career Services Reports to: Mentor Program Manager Location:This position is hybrid and requires an on-site presence on our Wellesley Hills, MA campus. Date: April 2026 MassBay fosters educational excellence and academic success to prepare students for local and global citizenship, to promote their personal growth, to meet critical workforce demands of communities, and to contribute to the region’s economic development. Massachusetts Bay Community College is served by a cadre of employees of varied backgrounds and experiences. We invite all individuals to consider joining our community. Located in Greater Boston, MassBay is a comprehensive, open-access community college, offering associate degrees and certificate programs on three campuses in Wellesley Hills, Framingham, and Ashland, Massachusetts. Position Summary The ideal candidate will join a vibrant educational community and have a desire and ability to serve a population of students with various needs and backgrounds. This is a part-time, non-unit position with no benefits. Operating within the Career Services team and under the supervision of the Mentor Program Manager, the Specialist supports the implementation and delivery of MassBay’s centralized Mentor Program while leading STEM-focused career development initiatives. This role serves as an extension of the Mentor Program, providing career coaching, facilitating workshops, coordinating mentor and employer engagement, and supporting program operations across all majors, with a targeted focus on STEM pathways. The Specialist will utilize technology platforms and data systems to enhance student engagement, track outcomes, and support continuous program improvement. Key Responsibilities and Duties: Mentor Program Support and Student Engagement Support the implementation of the centralized Mentor Program, including student outreach, onboarding, and ongoing engagement of mentors and mentees Assist with mentor/mentee matching processes aligned with student interests, goals, and identities Provide individualized and group coaching on career readiness, professional communication, and goal setting Facilitate workshops and structured programming aligned with Mentor Program phases Support mentor program events including orientations, networking sessions, mock interviews, and career panels Maintain regular communication with program participants to ensure engagement and successful outcomes STEM Career Development and Programming Develop and deliver STEM-focused workshops, panels, employer information sessions, and experiential learning opportunities Provide targeted career advising to students pursuing STEM pathways, including career exploration and job search preparation Build and maintain relationships with STEM employers, faculty, and community partners Promote and support participation in STEM-related programs, internships, and applied learning opportunities Support or manage STEM-specific experiential learning initiatives, including programs such as the Sanofi Experiential Learning Opportunity (SELO), including application processes, coordination with partners, and reporting Technology, Data Tracking, and Reporting Utilize career services and mentoring platforms (e.g., Handshake, CRM systems, mentoring platforms, LinkedIn) to manage student engagement and employer connections Track student participation, mentor engagement, and program outcomes using digital tools and databases Design and administer surveys and assessments to evaluate program effectiveness Assist in preparing reports for internal use, grants, and external partners Support data-informed program improvements and operational efficiency Event Coordination and Employer Engagement Coordinate logistics for career development and mentoring events, both in-person and virtual Conduct outreach to employers, alumni, and community partners to support mentoring and career programming Collaborate with Career Services staff, faculty, and student organizations to expand program reach and impact Commitment to Equity Support MassBay’s commitment to the Equity Agenda by contributing to initiatives focused on closing equity gaps in student outcomes Foster an inclusive, welcoming environment for all students and community partners Engage in practices that promote diversity, equity, and inclusion within mentoring and career development programming This list is not to be considered all-inclusive. A supervisor may assign other duties as required to meet the needs and foster the mission of the College. All employees of MassBay are expected to work collegially and collaboratively within a community that values and celebrates the variety of student experience.