Business Career Coach (Student Services Coordinator) at University of North Texas in Denton, Texas

Job Description:

Title: Business Career Coach (Student Services Coordinator)

Employee Classification: Student Services Coordinator

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-Student Affairs

SubDivision-Department: UNT-Career & Leadership

Department: UNT-Career Center-161510

Job Location: Denton

Salary: 47,232.00

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility:

About Us - Values Overview:

Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year. We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an inclusive environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team. Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu.

Department Summary

The UNT Career Center is the centralized career office responsible for the career development and employment of all UNT students and alumni. It has responsibility for all Student Employment, Internships, and Post-Graduate Employment of UNT students.

Position Overview

The Career Center at the University of North Texas is seeking to hire a Business Career Coach (Student Services Coordinator) for the Wilson Jones Career Center in the G. Brint Ryan College of Business at the University of North Texas. Responsibilities of the position include but are not limited to: Lead efforts toward planning and implementing career development and job search programs and services to students by working with students, faculty and staff in the G. Brint Ryan College of Business. This includes but is not limited to individual advising, group workshops, presentations, and facilitating classes/course. Interface with students at all degree levels and alumni in assigned academic/programmatic areas. Analyze students career paths, initiate career assessments, and provide advice. Develop and conduct workshops, assess their effectiveness and implement changes needed to engage students.
Develop ongoing relationships and work cooperatively with faculty and administration in assigned areas. Manage the assessment of career programs and services and deliver reports to their supervisor. Lead job market research efforts for their assigned area, to provide current and relevant data to faculty and students. Work directly with student organizations in making connections to corporate speakers/mentors. Provide marketing of career services to the students and faculty in the assigned department. Assist with and support employer development and relations within the G. Brint Ryan College of Business. Provide assistance to other units in the Career Center and perform other duties as assigned for optimal operational success of the Wilson Jones Career Center.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in related field and two years' of student services, student affairs, counseling, advising, or related experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Excellent public speaking skills with experience in conducting training workshops.
Ability to provide leadership and mentoring to student populations.
Experience in networking across departments and programs.
Ability to communicate and work with a diverse population.
Strong organizational skills and ability to simultaneously execute multiple projects.
Excellent verbal and written communication, and computer skills.

Preferred Qualifications

In addition to the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed above, the preferred candidate will possess the following additional qualifications: A Master's degree in Higher Education, Human Resources Management, Career Counseling, or MBA or equivalent degrees. Background in and knowledge of college business academic curricula. Experience with and understanding of recruiter needs for business functions within industry, nonprofit, and government. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Previous experience working directly with business majors Knowledge of careers in IT and Business Analytics. Awareness of trends in technology and business analytics. Experience in the field of information technology or business analytics a plus. Knowledge of career development, resources and theories, job search techniques and technologies. Familiarity with career assessment tools. The successful candidate will possess a Master's Degree in a related field and two years of student services, student affairs, counseling, advising, or related experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Some experience in customer service is also preferred.

Required License/Registration/Certifications

Job Duties:

• Interface with students as they seek guidance concerning employment, career development, internships, jobs, graduate school, and career related issues


• Analyze students career paths, initiate career assessments, provide advice on resume development, interview preparation, and offer internship, job, and graduate school planning search resources


• Develop and conduct workshops, classes, seminars on a variety of topics, assess their effectiveness and implement changes needed to engage and enhance student preparedness for the workplace


• Develop ongoing relationship with faculty, staff and administration working with the College student population


• Develop reports on the statistical data for all student engagement and programming for assigned area(s) of responsibility to be used for the Career Center data collection


• Work cooperatively with faculty and the Career Center Employer Development and Outreach Team to utilize more companies and alumni from a broad range of industries to engage with students on campus


• Assist other staff members in the areas of the event program management and the mentoring program where necessary

Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday 8am-5pm; evenings and weekends as necessary

Driving University Vehicle:

No

Security Sensitive:

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions:

Benefits:

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EEO Statement:

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -- and takes actions to prevent -- discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System immediately investigates complaints of discrimination and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.

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