Career Coach Coordinator

University of North Florida Alumni Association • Jacksonville, FL

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About The Position

The Career Coach Coordinator coordinates and implements career development, major and career exploration, experiential learning, professional skills training, and internship and job search services, programs, events, and resources. The role supports students and alumni through individual appointments, walk-in sessions, and group settings, and connects them with resources and opportunities to prepare for careers.

The coordinator serves as a liaison to designated colleges and their faculty, advisors, staff, and student groups; develops experiential learning initiatives; and helps maintain relationships with employers and community partners. The position also coordinates career education programs and presentations, contributes to events and job fairs, and participates in outreach and marketing, including evening and weekend activities. It includes supervising designated student staff as needed, maintaining confidentiality of student information, and completing administrative work in support of Career Services.

The position is part of UNF’s Student Success team, described as a high-energy, collegial work culture with opportunities for mentorship and professional development. The role emphasizes self-directed and autonomous work. UNF offers a competitive benefits package and an Employee Education Program that includes up to six hours of tuition-free courses each semester.

Requirements

• Master’s or bachelor’s degree and at least two years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219.
• Experience working in a college or university career services office.
• Theoretical and practical knowledge of higher education student populations.
• Effective interpersonal, organizational, communication, and presentation skills.
• Experience developing and implementing career development and professional skills programs, workshops, and resources.
• Experience building campus and external partnerships.

Nice To Haves

• Certification and training in the administration and interpretation of the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator, Strong Interest Inventory, and other career assessments; preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist students and alumni in individual appointments, walk-in sessions, and group settings with career development services and resources.
• Help students develop professional skills, including resumes, interviewing, and networking, and connect them with resources, services, and events related to internship and job opportunities.
• Serve as liaison to designated colleges and connected faculty, advisors, staff, and student groups to develop, coordinate, and implement services, programs, and resources.
• Develop and implement experiential learning initiatives and resources that engage students in practical experience.
• Help develop and maintain relationships with employers and community partners to offer internships and job opportunities for students.
• Maintain current knowledge and skills to teach students about connecting majors to careers, as well as job-market and salary trends.
• Coordinate career education programs and presentations for classroom visits, student groups, and new student orientations.
• Assist with planning and implementing events and job fairs.
• Participate in outreach and marketing initiatives and activities targeted to current and prospective students, including evening and weekend events.
• Develop career education handouts and resources.
• Maintain confidentiality in student advising relationships and responsibly manage sensitive student information in compliance with legislative, ethical, and institutional guidelines.
• Perform administrative and student-focused tasks supporting the department’s mission.
• Complete routine assignments independently and refer unusual problems that may require exceptions to procedures to the supervisor.
• Maintain statistical records and develop weekly, quarterly, and annual reports.
• Facilitate evening and weekend programs and services.
• Participate in professional development activities.
• Attend staff and unit meetings and provide updates and overviews of accomplishments and activities.
• Supervise designated student staff as needed.
• Perform other tasks as assigned to support the mission of Career Services.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits package.
• UNF Employee Education Program, including up to six hours of tuition-free courses each semester.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Opportunities for mentorship.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level