Career Services Senior Coordinator

DEPARTMENT: Student Support Services

REPORTS TO: Vice Provost of Student Affairs

CLASSIFICATION: Staff-12 months

EFFECTIVE DATE: TBD

STANDARD WORK HOURS: 37.5 hours per week

EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Full-Time

EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION: Exempt

JOB SUMMARY

The Career Services Senior Coordinator supports the mission of the Office of Professional Development and Career Services by providing comprehensive career guidance and professional development opportunities for students and alumni of Kentucky State University. This position develops, plans, coordinates, and implement programs, services, and events that prepare students for internships, employment, and continued professional success. The Senior Coordinator works collaboratively with faculty, staff, employers, and builds relationships with external partners to enhance career readiness and increase employment opportunities.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Develops stakeholder relationships, coordinates, and delivers career development programs, workshops, and presentations for campus community (students, faculty, and alumni).
• Building partnerships among employers, industry representatives, and campus stakeholders to create career opportunities and strengthen employer engagement.
• Coordinates career-related events including career fairs, employer visits, internship programs, and networking sessions.
• Provides individual and group career advising on topics such as job search strategies, résumé and cover letter development, interview preparation, and professional etiquette.
• Plans and executes collaboratively across the University community short- and long-term departmental goals, programs, and events.
• Maintains and reports accurate data related to job placements, internships, and employer partnerships; contributes to periodic placement and outcomes.
• Participates in outreach initiatives to increase awareness of Career Services programs and resources.
• Collaborates with university departments and industry organizations to prepare students to meet industry demands.
• Monitors and tracks student participation and engagement in career development programs (including but not limited to Thoro10) to inform assessment and continuous improvement efforts.
• Supports grant-related activities, reporting, and documentation for Career Services projects as assigned.
• Performs other related duties as assigned to support departmental operations.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Knowledge of career development principles, student advising, and employment readiness best practices.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills to effectively engage students, employers, and campus partners.
• Ability to plan, organize, and implement multiple projects and events simultaneously.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and familiarity with career management systems or databases.
• Strong problem-solving, decision-making, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Skills in managing administrative tasks including budget tracking and reporting.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

This position does not have supervisory responsibility.

OTHER DUTIES

Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Master’s degree in business, educational administration, counseling, college student personnel, or a related field. Minimum of three (3) years of experience in career planning, professional development, or related higher education work.

Licensing and Certifications

NA

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment. No or very limited physical effort is required. No or very limited exposure to physical risk.