Business Career Coach (Student Services Coordinator)

University of North Texas - Denton, TX

Full-time - Entry Level

Denton, TX

10,001+ employees

Educational Services

About the position

The Business Career Coach (Student Services Coordinator) at the University of North Texas is responsible for leading career development and job search programs for students in the G. Brint Ryan College of Business. This role involves advising students, conducting workshops, and collaborating with faculty and staff to enhance student career readiness and employment opportunities. The position also includes analyzing career paths, managing career programs, and fostering relationships with employers and student organizations.

Responsibilities

• Lead efforts toward planning and implementing career development and job search programs and services for students.
• Interface with students at all degree levels and alumni in assigned academic/programmatic areas.
• Analyze students' career paths, initiate career assessments, and provide advice on career-related issues.
• Develop and conduct workshops, assess their effectiveness, and implement changes to engage students.
• Develop ongoing relationships with faculty and administration in assigned areas.
• Manage the assessment of career programs and services and deliver reports to the supervisor.
• Lead job market research efforts to provide current and relevant data to faculty and students.
• Work directly with student organizations to connect them with corporate speakers and mentors.
• Market career services to students and faculty in the assigned department.
• Assist with employer development and relations within the G. Brint Ryan College of Business.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Two years of experience in student services, student affairs, counseling, advising, or related experience.
• Excellent public speaking skills and experience in conducting training workshops.
• Ability to provide leadership and mentoring to student populations.
• Experience in networking across departments and programs.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Master's degree in Higher Education, Human Resources Management, Career Counseling, or MBA.
• Background in college business academic curricula.
• Experience with recruiter needs for business functions in various sectors.
• Knowledge of careers in IT and Business Analytics.
• Familiarity with career assessment tools.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Retirement plan
• Paid holidays
• Professional development opportunities