Career Coach

Job TitleCareer Coach Agency Texas A&M University - Central Texas Department Career and Professional Development Proposed Minimum Salary$2,964.00 monthly Job LocationKilleen, Texas Job TypeStaff Job Description The Career Coach, under general supervision, provides professional career guidance and services to students and alumni. Fosters relationships within the university to facilitate collaborations and assists with departmental activities and events. Applicants must be authorized to work for any US employer. The department is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time. Responsibilities: Provides career coaching and advisement to students and alumni regarding career development, career planning, and other facets of career education. Critiques LinkedIn profiles, resumes and cover letters; performs mock interviews. Advises students on available job or internship opportunities by individual appointment. Supports the mission by monitoring departmental resource and social media accounts, pop-up advising events, and weekly meetings. Assists students, alumni, faculty, and staff with set up, usage, and troubleshooting HireWarriors accounts. Assists with scheduling and approval of appointments on the HireWarriors platform.- Assists with programs and activities that assist students and alumni with job search and admission into graduate and professional schools. Assists with planning, executing, and marketing sponsored events and activities, such as career fairs, award programs, etc. Administers career interest inventories and career assessments that assist students and alumni in the career decision making process. Records/maintains statistics and pertinent utilization data and compiles in the form of reports. Conducts workshops, seminars, and other presentations to students, faculty, employers, and alumni groups on career and professional development topics. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications. Ability to prioritize, multitask and work cooperatively with others. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal, organizational, and presentation skills. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelors degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience. Two years of related experience. Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources. Knowledge of career coaching and advisement. Knowledge of career assessment software and career and student development theories. Knowledge of job market trends. Experience in human resources or recruiting. Experience working with Canva, Microsoft Teams, and Microsoft Outlook. Experience using social media platforms for marketing purposes. Minimum Salary: $35,568 Hours: Monday - Friday; 8:00 am to 5:00 pm with some evenings and weekends as needed. Supervision of Others: The position generally does not supervise employees. Work Location: This is not a remote position. The selected candidate will be required to work on campus. To Apply: Please apply directly on our Texas A&M University-Central Texas Job Site. Please submit a cover letter, a resume, and the contact information of three professional references when applying for this position. All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institutions verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institutions procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check. Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer. Thank you for your interest in a career at Texas A&M University - Central Texas! A Proud Member of the Texas A&M University System Texas A&M University-Central Texas was established in 2009 as a member of the Texas A&M University System, one of the largest systems of higher education in the nation. A&M-Central Texas is an upper-level institution, fully aligned with regional community colleges and offering quality bachelor's and master's degrees with an emphasis on access and affordability. The student population at A&M-Central Texas is diverse and growing, with more than 2,600 students currently enrolled. To accommodate both full and part-time students, classes are offered on the main campus in Killeen, at off-site locations like Fort Hood and the East Williamson County Higher Education Center in Hutto, as well as fully online. The University serves the Central Texas region with a growing range of academic programs that foster excellence and achievement. At A&M-Central Texas, employees are part of a mission-driven community that values innovation, growth, and well-beingbacked by strategic investments in compensation, culture, and career development. For more information about A&M-Central Texas, visit www.tamuct.edu. Texas AM University - Central Texas is one of the best colleges in the nation to work for, according to a recent survey by the Great Colleges to Work For program. The results, released September 18, 2021 in a special insert of The Chronicle of Higher Education, are based on a survey of 196 colleges and universities. In all, 70 of the 196 institutions achieved Great College to Work For recognition for specific best practices and policies. Results are reported for small, medium, and large institutions, with A&M-Central Texas included among the small universities with 500 to 2,999 students. Texas AM University - Central Texas won honors in two categories in 2021: Faculty & Staff Well-Being and Supervisor/ Department Chair Effectiveness. A Great Place to Work TAMUCT Mission, Vision, and Values TAMUCT Homepage The Office of Human Resources Benefits Summary Insurance Premiums Employee Assistance Program University Holidays Employee Directory In accordance with Title IX of the Educational Amendments Act of 1972 and System Policy 08.01.01, Civil Rights Compliance, Texas A&M University Central Texas does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its education programs and activities, including admission and employment. Texas A&M University-Central Texas is an Equal Opportunity/ Veterans/ Disability Employer. If you need assistance in applying for this job, please contact (254) 519-8610.