Senior MPA Career Coach, Texas McCombs

Job Posting Title:

Senior MPA Career Coach, Texas McCombs

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Hiring Department:

Red McCombs School of Business

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Position Open To:

All Applicants

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Weekly Scheduled Hours:

40

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FLSA Status:

Exempt

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Earliest Start Date:

Immediately

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Position Duration:

Expected to Continue

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Location:

UT MAIN CAMPUS

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Job Details:

General Notes

Texas McCombs is a top business school at the center of one of the most innovative cities in the U.S. The McCombs community champions hands-on experiences alongside the ground-breaking research and thought leadership of a world-class faculty. The collaborative spirit and enterprising drive of the Longhorn alumni network, one of the largest university networks in the world, is embedded in our culture, making us human-centered and future-focused in all our endeavors. We are shaping those who will shape tomorrow and solving challenging problems while remaining committed to creating a community that is dynamic, supportive, and challenging. What starts here really does change the world.

For more information about the McCombs School of Business please visit https://www.mccombs.utexas.edu/.

Purpose

The Senior MPA Career Coach is a key member of the MPA Career Education and Coaching team, housed within McCombs Career Management & Corporate Relations. This role combines career coaching, curriculum leadership, and strategic programming to prepare MPA students for success in competitive hiring environments.

A central responsibility of this role is ownership of the ACC 151: Accounting Careers Exploration course, from design through delivery and continuous improvement. The ideal candidate is a proactive coach who uses data to inform strategy, builds strong relationships with students, alumni, and employers, and thrives in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

CAREER EDUCATION: CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT, INNOVATION, & DELIVERY

• Lead end-to-end development, delivery, and continuous improvement of ACC 151: Accounting Careers Exploration, ensuring content reflects current hiring trends and employer expectations.
• Teach ACC 151 in the fall semester, integrating career preparation strategies, networking techniques, and industry-specific hiring practices into an engaging classroom experience.
• Manage all course operations, including Canvas administration, assignment design and grading, faculty collaboration, and teaching logistics.
• Analyze course effectiveness by tracking student engagement, employment outcomes, and industry feedback, making recommendations for ongoing refinement.
• Develop and maintain supplemental career resources for MPA students, including the MPA Career Management Canvas page and preparation tools such as ExPrep.

CAREER COACHING

• Provide one-on-one and group career coaching to MPA students on topics such as resume writing, interview preparation (behavioral, case, and technical), job search strategy, networking, offer evaluation, and salary negotiation.
• Offer specialized career advising tailored to the needs of international students, technical hiring processes, and industry-specific recruitment cycles.
• Track student progress and conduct proactive outreach to ensure students receive ongoing support and guidance throughout their job search process.
• Serve as a liaison to faculty and program staff, integrating career education into the overall MPA student experience.

CAREER PROGRAMMING & ENGAGEMENT

• Collaborate with the Employer Engagement & Special Events team to develop career panels, employer-led workshops, and networking events aligned with evolving market demands and student needs.
• Create and implement programming that addresses the unique job search challenges of MPA students, including international job search strategies and industry-specific hiring cycles.
• Plan and execute MPA Mock Interview events to provide MPA students with the opportunity to connect with employers and practice their interviewing skills in a meaningful way.
• Use participation data and post-event feedback to evaluate programming effectiveness and improve events over time.
• Manage logistics and execution of career-related events, including securing speakers, coordinating with employers, and ensuring smooth student participation.

STRATEGIC PROJECT/PROGRAM MANAGE