Career Transition Coach

Wounded Warrior Project

. Provide career development services to warriors and family members, including resume and cover letter building, interviewing skills, networking, expectation management, job placement, and career mentoring .

Posted 11/12/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $57,344 - $89,600 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in career development services, including resume building, interviewing skills, and job placement for veterans. Proficient in relationship management, training delivery, and effective communication to support warriors and their families in overcoming employment barriers.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Career CoachingFull-Cycle RecruitingASIST CertificationTraining DevelopmentRelationship Management

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Hard Skills

Resume BuildingInterviewing SkillsJob PlacementSkills DevelopmentPublic SpeakingGroup FacilitationMicrosoft OfficeSalesforceNetworkingCareer Mentoring

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementCritical ThinkingProblem-Solving

Certifications & Qualifications

ASIST Certification

Industry Keywords

Veteran HiringMilitary Skills TranslationCareer GuidanceEmployer RelationshipsService-Connected Injuries

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide career development services to warriors and family members, including resume and cover letter building, interviewing skills, networking, expectation management, job placement, and career mentoring
Help warriors translate military skillsets, develop skills, and establish a personal brand to overcome employment barriers
Connect employers with qualified candidates and develop local employer relationships
Educate employers about service-connected injuries and military skills translation
Facilitate best practices for veteran hiring
Develop and host career guidance, skills development, and employer hiring workshops
Conduct web-based training and presentations
Collaborate with WWP program teammates to increase awareness of Warriors to Work programs and services
Build relationships with employers, veteran service organizations, community organizations, military installations, and vocational training, certification, and placement organizations
Communicate WWP’s mission, vision, values, and Warriors to Work program importance
Track and report career-related interactions and outcomes in Salesforce
Conduct post-job-placement check-ins and provide support to sustain employment
Attend required training and meetings, including orientation, WWP Cares, ASIST Suicide Prevention training, leadership training, culture/team training, and departmental huddles
Perform other related duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Five years of experience providing full-cycle recruiting, job development, or career coaching
Bachelor’s degree; an equivalent combination of applicable education, training, certification, and experience may be considered in lieu of degree
Ability to obtain ASIST Certification within 1 year of hire
Demonstrated understanding of relationship management and partnering
Well-developed interpersonal skills to effectively interact with diverse individuals
Strong networking skills
High energy level; self-starter willing to take initiative
Demonstrated proficiency in developing and delivering training
Effective organizational and time management skills
Ability to manage multiple tasks, assignments, and priorities within deadlines
Effective presentation, public speaking, and group facilitation skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated success leading, coaching, and mentoring individuals
Critical thinking, problem-solving, and analytical skills
Ability to influence others and influence change
Ability to establish credibility and be decisive
Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Commitment to high standards of personal and business ethics and conduct
Mission-driven and guided by core values

Benefits

Comp & perks

A flexible hybrid work schedule (three days in the office, two days’ work from home)
Full medical, dental, and vision coverage for both teammates and family members
Competitive pay and performance incentives
Fun, mission-focused, and collaborative team environment
Medical/prescription drug coverage
Life/AD&D insurance
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
Employee Assistance Program
401(k) retirement plan
Competitive PTO package
Sick Leave
Family Care Leave
Paid Holidays
Birthday Holiday
Education Assistance
Teammate Wellness Program
Bereavement Leave
Up to 10% travel