Department: Shocker Career Accelerator

Campus Location: Wichita, KS - WSU Main Campus

Hire Type: Full Time

Pay: Range begins at $49,000/yr adjusted with qualifications

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday; 8a - 5p; occasional evenings and weekends

Export Compliance Requirement: No export control requirement.

Job Story

COULD THIS BE YOU?
Do you enjoy empowering students and helping them in their most pivotal moments in life?
Imagine a job where every conversation transforms a student's future. As a Career Coach, you have the opportunity to work alongside a vibrant and collaborative staff of other career coaches, focused on one mission: ensuring every Shocker steps into the professional arena prepared to thrive.

You drive innovative initiatives by workshops, tailored coaching sessions, assist students in building their resume and so much more! You will be able to present your knowledge to large groups while also having the opportunity to work one-on-one with students from all walks of life, helping them navigate decisions about majors, careers, internships, and life after graduation.

If you’re a forward-thinking leader with a passion for empowering others, this is your opportunity. Join us in shaping a future where every student’s journey is a story of potential realized and dreams achieved. Become the spark that lights the way for the next generation and let your impact resonate far beyond the campus walls.

Job Summary

Coordinates and delivers career development programming, resource materials, and/or career coaching to students, alumni and/or community members. Provides professional development opportunities, and maintains participant relationships to enable successful career planning.

Essential Functions

Educates or advises program participants individually, or in groups through various mediums to enable career exploration and professional development. Administers and interprets career inventory assessments, materials development, and career decisions. Provides expertise in one (1) or more areas including, but not limited to, resume development and interviewing skills, career readiness and decision-making, career coach referrals, and/or job search techniques. Responds to questions and provides information regarding student services, policies, procedures, and/or employment preparation. Presents professional development workshops as well as coordinates and participates in career outreach such as job fairs. May lead staff as assigned. Provides input to leadership regarding the development of coaching and/or co-curricular programming across the University.

Job Duties

• Coach students and alumni in career development, one on one on a daily basis
• Work as a liaison to support various colleges and departments including attending on and off campus events including admissions recruitment events
• Actively maintain an awareness of employment and industry trends, including attending industry-related networking events
• Plan and conduct meetings and/or workshops on job search topics for students and alumni
• Support Shocker Career Accelerator Career Fairs and events
• Maintain contact with students by generating follow-up calls, e-mails, etc.

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field
• One (1) year of experience in related field

Required License/Certifications/Training:

Credentials in one (1) of the following: any career-related assessment (Strong Interest Inventory, Myers-Briggs Type Indicator, Clifton Strengths, etc.) or from a career-related professional association (NCDA, NRWA, NACE, etc.), or complete one (1) career assessment certification or credential from a career-related professional association within 90 days of hire date.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills. Will occasionally speak in front of groups.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with a team.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with diverse groups of people including students, faculty and staff.
• High level of service orientation with outstanding customer service skills and attitude; responsive to customer needs.
• Ability to organize information/tasks in an efficient manner, meet established deadlines, and be adaptable in a changing work environment.
• Ability to research industry best practices and stay updated on current labor market trends.

Additional Information:

N/A

Physical Requirements:

Ability to remain in a stationary position. Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment including but not limited to phone, printers, copiers, and calculators. Ability to communicate with others and accurately exchange information.

Additional Physical Requirement: