Tulane University - New Orleans, LA
posted 3 months ago
The Career Coach for Campus Outreach & Peer Programs at Newcomb-Tulane College Career Services is dedicated to empowering students to transition from their academic experiences to their professional futures. This role is pivotal in managing the Peer Career Advisors and enhancing campus outreach programs, ensuring that students have access to the resources and services offered by the NTC Career Services team. The Career Coach will engage in day-to-day operations while also providing individual and group coaching to students, focusing on creating equitable access to career services. The position emphasizes the importance of peer-to-peer programming and fostering strong relationships across campus to raise awareness of the available career services among faculty, staff, and student groups. In this collaborative and innovative environment, the Career Coach will stay informed about current career and industry trends, utilizing this knowledge to support Tulane students through creative programming that opens doors to various opportunities. The role requires a commitment to excellence and a belief in the transformative power of innovation. The ideal candidate will have a background in assisting students in achieving their career goals, experience in building and leveraging relationships, and an understanding of integrating traditional and emerging career development theories into a cohesive service delivery model. The Career Coach will also be responsible for supervising a team of 6 to 8 Peer Career Advisors, leading their training, and ensuring they are equipped with the necessary skills in student development theory and career coaching strategies. Additionally, the role involves collecting and analyzing data related to outreach efforts and communicating outcomes to leadership and stakeholders, thereby contributing to the continuous improvement of the services provided.