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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Career Services Coordinator to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for providing comprehensive career services to students and alumni, including career counseling, job search assistance, resume and cover letter reviews, and interview preparation. The Career Services Coordinator will also develop and maintain relationships with employers, coordinate career fairs and workshops, and manage career services resources. This role requires excellent communication and organizational skills, as well as a strong commitment to helping individuals achieve their career goals. The successful candidate will have a background in career counseling, human resources, or a related field, and will be passionate about supporting the professional development of our students and alumni. The Career Services Coordinator will work closely with faculty, staff, and external partners to ensure that our career services are aligned with industry needs and best practices. This is a dynamic and rewarding position that offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of our students and alumni.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Provide individual and group career counseling to students and alumni.
- Assist with job search strategies, resume and cover letter writing, and interview preparation.
- Develop and maintain relationships with employers to create job and internship opportunities.
- Coordinate and promote career fairs, workshops, and other career-related events.
- Manage and update career services resources, including job boards and career development materials.
- Conduct outreach to students and alumni to promote career services and resources.
- Collaborate with faculty and staff to integrate career development into academic programs.
- Track and report on career services usage and outcomes.
- Stay current with industry trends and best practices in career services.
- Provide support for special projects and initiatives as needed.
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Bachelor's degree in career counseling, human resources, education, or a related field.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in career services, human resources, or a related area.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Proficiency with career services software and online job boards.
- Knowledge of current job market trends and employer needs.
- Experience planning and coordinating events.
- Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Can you describe your experience with career counseling or career services?
- How do you stay current with job market trends and employer needs?
- Can you provide an example of a successful career fair or workshop you have coordinated?
- How do you approach building relationships with employers?
- What strategies do you use to assist students with their job search?
- How do you handle confidential and sensitive information?
- Can you describe a time when you had to manage multiple projects simultaneously?
- How do you ensure that career services are inclusive and accessible to all students?
- What software or tools do you use for career services management?
- How do you measure the success of your career services programs?