Career Services Coordinator, Engineering

Company: Texas A&M University
Location: College Station
Posted on: April 14, 2025

Job Description:

Job TitleCareer Services Coordinator, EngineeringAgencyTexas A&M UniversityDepartmentCareer CenterProposed Minimum Salary$3,866.67 monthlyJob LocationCollege Station, TexasJob TypeStaffJob DescriptionJoin 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 knowSalary: $46,400/yearSpecial Note: A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended. You may upload them on the application under the CV/Resume section.Position details : May be required to work more than 40 hours per week including some evenings and weekend hours.QualificationsRequired Education and Experience:Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experienceThree years of progressively responsible professional related experience in higher education, industry or governmentRequired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with othersStrong verbal and written communication skillsExcellent decision-making skillsAbility to work independently once given a projectAbility to manage multiple, ongoing programs and servicesKnowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applicationsPreferred Qualifications:More than three years of related experience with Science and Engineering Programs in higher educationProfessional experience in career services or providing academic support for career path planning in higher educationSome leadership experienceProfessional experience guiding students' career development and career decision-making Professional experience as a recruiter with talent acquisition emphasisAdvanced proficiency in Microsoft Office facetsKnowledge of Texas A&M Career Center software and operating proceduresGeneral knowledge of higher education institution general academic requirements and admission policiesStrong problem-solving skillsExcellent written, analytical, interpersonal, and organizational skillsResponsibilities:AdviseAdvises students regarding experiential education, career development and career decision-making, and full-time employment issuesPromotes and facilitates the employment of qualified students in experiential education programs related to their academic major and/or career choiceInstructs individuals and groups in the use of career services and facilities' computerized guidance programsOutreachIdentifies employers and promotes the concept of experiential education to executives, operations managers, and human resource personnel in the public and private sectors to develop quality work-integrated learning opportunities for studentsProvides advice to human resource and operations managers to design, develop, implement, and improve student employment programsInteracts with campus recruiting managers and human resource personnel to build working relationships with current and potential employers and develop experiential education and full-time employment opportunities for studentsConducts outreach to publicize and educate current and prospective students and/or parents about the services of the Career CenterConducts orientations to experiential education programs and other career services for students seeking to utilize Career Center servicesConducts career education programs, events and services targeted to the needs of students preparing to seek experiential education and full-time employmentProgram Management and DevelopmentAssists in developing career education programs, events, and services targeted to the needs of students preparing to seek experiential education and full-time employmentRecommends and/or develops new procedures for interacting with students, employer organizations, faculty advisors and other university programs as needs are identifiedOperationsAttends student and employer sponsored events related to experiential education and career servicesAssists with center-wide workshops and events for all studentsParticipates in professional organizations for the purpose of continuous learning to facilitate the growth and development of the Texas A&M University experiential education programs and Career Center programs and servicesRepresents the Career Center at university-wide events including various career fairs, sponsored programs for prospective students, and other events to promote experiential education and career servicesWhy Texas A&M University?We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.Health , dental , vision , life and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums12-15 days of annual paid holidaysUp to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each monthAutomatically enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of TexasHealth and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release timeProfessional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and moreEmployee Tuition Assistance and Educational Release time for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employeeOur CommitmentTexas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.Instructions to Applicants : Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application.All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

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