"Career Development Specialist - (495048 )"

Job Details

Department: University Career Services

Salary: this position pays up to $54,000.

Description:

University Career Services is hiring (2) Career Development Specialist.
1. Career Development Specialist- (Education, Health Science- Pre-Health, and Human Services)
2. Career Development Specialist- (Government, Pre-Law, and Public Administration)

Develops and administers career programming and resources for the students and alumni of a college. Develops internship programs and placement opportunities with major employers.

1. Develops and implements programming to educate students about career development and job search activities.
2. Conducts development training programs to small and large groups of students and alumni.
3. Contacts potential employers to promote placement activities for the college.
4. Serves as liaison between employers, faculty, administrators and alumni to advance career opportunities.
5. Advises and counsels students regarding career selection, job searches and internships.
6. Oversees the development of new resources.
7. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

MQ:
Requires application of advanced principles, techniques and theory in a professional discipline or a thorough general business management knowledge. Knowledge of this level is typically obtained through a directly job-related Master's degree or equivalent formal training in a recognized field of specialization that is directly related to the type of work being performed. Requires a minimum of one (1) year of directly job-related experience

Established in 1927, the University of Houston empowers students in their pursuit of learning, discovery, leadership and engagement. Located in a sprawling metropolis, our premier Tier One campus provides students with cutting edge programs including undergraduate, graduate, doctoral, distance and continuing education. Ranked among the best colleges in America, UH is home to award-winning faculty, innovative research centers, has one of the most diverse student populations in the nation, and alumni who have become international leaders.

Summary: Develops and implements programming to educate students about career development clusters, preparation for experiential learning, internship and job search opportunities, and graduate and professional school pathways.

Conducts career development training programs to small and large groups of students and recent alumni.

Collaborates with employer development and relations team to identify potential employers to network with students and recent alumni in preparation for career events and engagement opportunities.

Serves as liaison between employers, faculty, academic advisors, and recent alumni to advance career opportunities.

Advises and coaches students regarding career clusters and pathways, internship and job opportunities, and graduate and professional school pathways.

Continuously develops and updates resources focused on Career Clusters: Education, Health Science (Pre-Health), and Human Services.

Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Education and Experience Requirements: Master's degree and 1 year experience.

Requires a thorough understanding of theoretical and practical aspects of student development; or the basic knowledge of more than one professional discipline. Knowledge of related disciplines may be obtained through a formal, directly job related master’s degree from a college or university with in-depth specialized training directly related to the type of work that is being performed. Experience with career coaching, advising, human services, training and development, project management.

Additional Information / Addendum:

Overview

Coach undergraduate, graduate students, and recent alumni in the Career Clusters of Education, Health Science (Pre-Health), and Human Services. Facilitate workshops covering topics on career exploration, interviewing, networking, job/internship search techniques, and graduate/professional school preparation. Analyze and interpret career assessment results and incorporate them in career coaching sessions. Provide career development support and ongoing training to Peer Career Advising team related to Career Cluster trends each semester.

Coach undergraduate, graduate students, and recent alumni in the Career Clusters of Government, Pre-Law, & Public Administration. Facilitate workshops covering topics on career exploration, interviewing, networking, job/internship search techniques, and graduate/professional school preparation. Analyze and interpret career assessment results and incorporate them in career coaching sessions. Provide career development support and ongoing training to Peer Career Advising team related to Career Cluster trends each semester.

Additional Specific Duties and Responsibilities:

Career Coaching and Facilitation - Coach students and facilitate engaging workshops regarding career exploration, preparation, interviewing, networking and job/internship search techniques. Analyze and interpret career assessment results and incorporate them in career counseling and coaching sessions.

Marketing and Outreach Project Management - Promotes and markets University Career Services (UCS) services such as Cougar Pathway, Focus 2, Career Assessments, VMock Smart Resume, and CareerShift to engage students/recent alumni participation. Responsible for supporting the marketing, and outreach of UCS career fairs and featured/prep weeks to students and recent alumni in partnership with the employer development and relations team.

Project Management - Manages projects and events relevant to the Career Clusters of Education, Health Science (Pre-Health), and Human Services from inception to implementation while promoting University Career Services (UCS) services such as Cougar Pathway to engage students and recent alumni. Coordinate Prep weeks including Prepare for the Fair.

Campus Collaboration and Partnerships - Collaborates with faculty, staff, and academic advising liaisons within academic affairs and the division of student affairs and enrollment services; along with other on-campus and off-campus partners, organizations, student organizations, and employers to provide students with relevant resources and information. May serve on one or more internal committees including assessment, MarCom , social or professional development

Employee Career Development and Training - Provides career development support and ongoing training to Peer Career Advising team related to Career Cluster trends each semester.

Professional Development - Stays abreast of relevant labor market trends, and salary resources through active participation in related national, local, and/or regional professional associations. Engages in continuing education, training, and on-going professional development opportunities.

Assessment and Evaluation - Manages and evaluates career coaching services and programs; prepares monthly status reports; strategically recommends and implements improvements to services.

Desired Skills and Experience:

• Excellent collaboration skills and the ability to develop and build relationships with diverse populations and employers.
• Ability to manage up and communicate clearly and respectfully across different levels of the organization.
• Exhibit excellent presentation as well as professional written and verbal communication skills.
• Good organizational skills; detail-oriented; self-starter; creative; and willingness to learn.
• Good working knowledge of the career management technology platforms such as Symplicity or other candidate tracking system (CRM, Handshake, etc).
• Experience in marketing, communications and/or outreach to diverse student populations
• Proficient knowledge of MS Office including SharePoint, and MS Teams. As well as creative marketing tools, like, Canva
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize work responsibilities and changes in a fast-paced environment; problem solving skills.
• Exhibit strong project management and program coordination of career related programs.
• Position may involve evening presentations and events.

Additional Job Posting Information:
- Department is willing to accept education in lieu of experience.

All positions at the University of Houston-System are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check.

The University of Houston System and its universities are Equal Opportunity Institutions. Everyone is encouraged to apply.