Coordinator of Career Development & Special Projects

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The Career Center is dedicated to supporting students and alumni in their professional journeys by offering personalized career support through major exploration, job search assistance, and skill-building workshops. We host career fairs, networking events, and employer sessions, providing valuable connections to industries and alumni. Guided by the best practices of the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE), we ensure our services align with industry standards, preparing individuals for success in a competitive job market. Through close collaboration with faculty, employers, and alumni, the Career Center is a comprehensive resource for career readiness and professional growth.

The Coordinator of Career Development & Special Projects is responsible for supporting and enhancing the career development services offered by the Career Center. The role involves providing students with guidance in career exploration, planning, and professional development through various formats, including individual appointments, workshops, and seminars. Key responsibilities include developing career assessments, supporting alumni services, and coordinating career development programs and events, such as the "Meet Your Majors" fair and career readiness initiatives. This role also supports teaching career courses (UNIV 303 and UNIV 200), managing job search services (resume reviews, mock interviews, career fairs), and overseeing the Career Center Ambassador Scholarship Program. Additional duties include assisting with grant research, Career Closet initiatives, and other tasks as assigned.

Student Appointments 

• Assist students with Career Exploration, Career Planning, and Professional Development in individual, group, workshop, and seminar formats. 

• Maintain current mental health / career credentials (if applicable) 

• Provide development of career assessment and professional development resources 

• Assist Director to provide services for alumni stakeholders 

Career Development Programming 

• Coordinate strategic planning and support for exploring majors and occupations programs 

• Coordinate strategic planning and support for experiential learning and professional development programs 

• Coordinate career readiness initiatives and special projects (i.e. Career Prep events and other career development programming) 

• Direct and coordinate the Meet Your Majors fairs in collaboration with Office of Admissions and First Year Experience 

• Support the instruction of UNIV 303, “Career Planning” - Professional Development Course 

• Support the instruction of UNIV 200, “Introduction to Career Development” – Career Exploration course 

• Support other areas of the Career Center and the mission 

• Support job / internship search services including resume seminars/review, interview/mock interview seminars, Career Fairs, collaboration with academic areas and corporate representatives. 

• Explore grants and research related to career development. 

• Oversee the Career Center Ambassador Scholarship Program, including selections, trainings, and activities throughout the academic year  

• Support Career Closet initiatives as needed