Student Services Coordinator

University of North Texas System•Denton, TX

2d•$47,232•Onsite

About The Position

The University of North Texas Career Center seeks a Student Services Coordinator (Career Advisor) to support the College of Science. The Career Center provides career development and employment services to UNT students and alumni, including career readiness, coaching, education, student employment, internships, and post-graduate employment. It works collaboratively with academic colleges, student affairs departments, employers, and alumni. The coordinator plans and delivers career development and job-search programs and services in collaboration with College of Science students, faculty, and staff. The role provides individual advising and group workshops; supports students pursuing internships and other opportunities; cultivates employer relationships; researches job-market trends; engages student organizations, faculty, alumni, and industry partners; contributes to program assessment and reporting; and promotes Career Center services. The position also develops mentoring programs, career education content, workshops, and resources, and advises students on career planning, resumes, interviews, and employment-related matters. The position is based at the University of North Texas in Denton. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., with evenings and weekends as necessary. No adverse environmental conditions are expected. The position is security sensitive. Applicants must submit at least two professional references.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a related field and two years of experience in student services, student affairs, counseling, advising, or a related area; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Excellent public-speaking skills and experience conducting training workshops.
Ability to provide leadership and mentoring to student populations.
Experience networking across departments and programs.
Ability to communicate and work with a diverse population.
Strong organizational skills and ability to execute multiple projects simultaneously.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and computer skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience in career services, human resources, or hiring responsibility in industry or nonprofit organizations.

Responsibilities

Plan and implement career development and job-search programs and services for College of Science students in collaboration with students, faculty, and staff.
Provide individual career advising and group workshops.
Partner with academic advisors and counselors to support internship goals and coordinate with the Career Center internship specialist to help ensure internships meet departmental credit requirements and students meet eligibility requirements.
Cultivate and manage relationships with current and prospective employers recruiting from assigned departments, in partnership with the departments and the Career Center.
Lead job-market research for assigned areas and provide current, relevant information to faculty and students.
Work with student organizations to arrange career-related presentations and recommend industry speakers or mentors.
Contribute to assessment of Career Center programs and services.
Promote career services to students and faculty in assigned departments.
Create and maintain online and in-person mentoring programs and set goals for different student populations.
Promote student engagement in the College of Science, including through student events.
Help students find internships, research opportunities, fellowships, and scholarships, and advise on relevant international student employment rules, including OPT/CPT.
Contribute to website and social media content for student success with the College of Science communications specialist and webmaster.
Analyze student career paths, initiate career assessments, advise on resume development and interview preparation, and provide internship and job-search resources.
Develop and conduct workshops and seminars, assess their effectiveness, and make changes to improve student engagement and workplace preparedness.
Build ongoing relationships with College of Science faculty, staff, and administration, and support integration of career education into the curriculum.
Work with faculty and the Career Center Employer Development and Outreach Team to engage companies and alumni from a broad range of industries with students on campus.
Contribute statistical reports on student engagement and programming to the Career Center data collection and reporting team.
Guide students seeking help with employment, career development, internships, and career-related issues.