Career Services Coordinator, Engineering

Job Title

Career Services Coordinator, Engineering

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Career Center

Proposed Minimum Salary

$3,866.67 monthly

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Join Our Team as a Career Services Coordinator at Texas A&M University Career Center!

At the Texas A&M University Career Center, we are passionate about empowering students to achieve their career dreams! We offer top-notch career and professional development services to undergraduate, graduate, and former students. Our personalized career advising and self-assessment tools help students explore exciting career paths and gain the experience they need to succeed. Recognized nationally and regionally for our best practices, we are one of the largest and most dynamic programs in the nation. Our main office is conveniently located in the Koldus Building, with the Engineering Career Services Team in the state-of-the-art Zachry Engineering Education Complex.

We are thrilled to announce an exciting opportunity for a Career Services Coordinator! In this role, you will:

• Inspire and guide engineering students in their career planning, employer and industry research, and job search skills.
• Create and innovate new programs that provide hands-on experiences and professional development opportunities.
• Lead the way in researching and implementing cutting-edge digital methods for delivering career services, including online collaboration, live-streaming, LMS platforms, web-based presentations, and virtual instruction.
• Collaborate and connect with employers and recruiting organizations to open doors for our students.

We are looking for a dynamic team player who can prioritize tasks effectively and build successful collaborations. If you are passionate about making a difference and using your engineering expertise to support and guide students on their career journeys, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Join us and be a part of a team that is dedicated to helping students achieve their career goals and make their dreams a reality!

What you need to know

Salary:  $46,400/year

Special Note: A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended. You may upload them on the application under the CV/Resume section.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Three years of progressively responsible professional related experience in higher education, industry or government

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent decision-making skills
• Ability to work independently once given a project
• Ability to manage multiple, ongoing programs and services
• Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications

Preferred Qualifications:

• More than three years of related experience with Science and Engineering Programs in higher education
• Professional experience in career services or providing academic support for career path planning in higher education
• Some leadership experience
• Professional experience guiding students’ career development and career decision-making Professional experience as a recruiter with talent acquisition emphasis
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office facets
• Knowledge of Texas A&M Career Center software and operating procedures
• General knowledge of higher education institution general academic requirements and admission policies
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Excellent written, analytical, interpersonal, and organizational skills

Responsibilities:

Advise

• Advises students regarding experiential education, career development and career decision-making, and full-time employment issues
• Promotes and facilitates the employment of qualified students in experiential