Career Coach

Job Summary

The David Eccles School of Business is seeking qualified applicants for a Career Coach working with business students. A Career Coach educates, guides, and prepares students for the transition from an academic environment to employment by proactively managing a portfolio of students and coordinating activities between students, employers, and U of U departments. A coach also designs and conducts workshops on career and professional development topics.

The ideal candidate is passionate about student success, comfortable with change and innovation, is collaborative, has a strong customer service orientation, a desire to succeed in high career outcome metrics, and a strong level of professionalism.

Coaches must solve complex problems which relate to coaching individual students who come from a wide variety of backgrounds. These individuals are making life-changing choices. Promoting belonging, plus building rapport and relationships are an important parts of our coaching approach. Each coach must be knowledgeable of ethical standards for hiring and recruiting. Our office follows the standards of the National Association of Colleges and Employers and MBA CSEA.

Why should you work on our team?

• The chance to impact the lives of hundreds of students each year.
• A supportive and collaborative office culture. Our office norms are based on positive team culture, pro-active student outreach, empowered outcomes, growth mindsets and intentional communication.
• 14.2% employer retirement contribution in addition to employee contributions (automatic and immediately vested)
• Paid parental leave (in addition to FMLA)
• 11 paid holidays per year plus vacation accruals each month
• Excellent health insurance options that are both affordable and allow access to care through the University of Utah health system
• Tuition reduction for employees and family members
• Options for short-term and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, and HSA/FSA savings plans are available
• Free public transportation pass (see here for more information)

And many other community benefits like access to Red Butte Garden, UMFA, and Natural History Museum.

Responsibilities

1. Pro-actively call, follow up and support specialized caseload of students.
2. Coach students in the discovery and decision-making process of selecting a career. Guides students through self-assessments, identifies available resources and assists students with career research.
3. Assists students with preparing resumes, practicing for interviews, and high level negotiation skills.
4. Presents skill building workshops to prepare students on aspects of the employment and job search process.
5. Utilizes department platforms such as Salesforce, Excel, Qualtrics, Acuity, 12Twenty,and Handshake in working with students and colleagues.
6. Maintains accurate data and produces statistical reports on job placement, salaries, recruitment activities, and other information with strong detail and organizational skills.
7. Team player who facilitates cooperative and collaborative community and institutional relationships.
8. Collaborate with employer relationship managers to plan events, case competitions, site visits, and other projects.
9. Applicants must demonstrate the ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description. Other duties as assigned.

Disclaimer: This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a related area or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience). Four to six years of progressively more responsible management experience. Background knowledge of hiring department's area of specialization in order to analyze, plan and draw conclusions for recommendations to superiors. Demonstrated leadership skills in planning and directing employees and processes in order to effectively monitor and develop subordinates and to ensure the smooth operation of department. Master's degree in a related area may be preferred.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Preferences

Master's degree in Business, Counseling, Human Resources, or a related field. 3+ years of occupational or career counseling experience. Professional experience working in business, tech, consulting, or other related field. Exposure to coaching and mentoring students in business careers. Ability to resolve complex issues both autonomously and through collaborative teamwork. Knowledge and exposure to CRMs like Salesforce, comfortable with technology and quick to learn new tools.

Special Instructions

Requisition Number: PRN42913B Full Time or Part Time? Full Time Work Schedule Summary: Monday-Friday 9:00am-5:00pm This is a student supporting role, so work is in person and on-campus. Occasional events and workshop participation outside of normal office hours on nights and weekends. Department: 01424 - Business Career Services Location: Campus Pay Rate Range: $55,000-$60,000 Close Date: 11/22/2025 Open Until Filled: To apply, visit https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/187722