Career Coach

Job description

Hybrid (telework 2 days or less per week)

nTacoma, WA

nFull time

nREQ-

nJob Description

nCareer and Social Mobility has an outstanding opportunity for a Career Coach to join their team.

nAbout this Opportunity

nReporting to the Director of Career Development, this position will serve as a career coach for students and alumni. In addition, the Career Coach will develop, implement and assess outreach efforts in relation to academic majors, internships, careers and employment. This position will also work to achieve strategic initiatives aimed at developing and enhancing career-related programs and resources for students.

nKey Responsibilities

nCareer Coaching (50%):

nnnCounsel students and alumni individually and in groups concerning majors, career decisions, internship/job search strategies, networking, resume development, interview skills, salary negotiation, and graduate school planning.

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nnEducate students on the development stages of their careers, including: administration and interpretation of career assessments, major discernment, exploration of the world of work, and the search for employment or graduate school.

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nnReview and provide electronic feedback to students on career documents via email and Handshake.

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nnIdentify and promote technology resources aimed at assisting students with personal, career and academic exploration.

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n nCareer Education Outreach (25%):

nnnBuild collaborative relationships and serve as a point of contact and resource for students, advisers, and faculty on major and career related issues.

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nnLeverage employer and community relationships to develop and present career education programs.

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nnDevelop and present programs and workshops for classes or student groups as requested. Identify campus-wide needs related to additional outreach opportunities in collaboration with faculty, staff and students.

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nnDevelop educational resources and oversee online learning resources.

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n nPeer Career Coach Support (20%):

nnProvide professional development and guidance for Peer Career Coaches.

n nOther duties as assigned (5%).

nRequired Qualifications

nTo be considered for this opportunity your application must demonstrate you meet both the minimum qualifications and additional qualifications listed below. Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.

nMinimum Qualifications

nApplicants who do not meet these qualifications WILL NOT be forwarded to the Hiring Manager.

nnBachelor's degree in counseling or a related field from an accredited college or university and two years of career development experience.

n nAdditional Qualifications

nnnDemonstrated excellence in public speaking, written and verbal communication skills.

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nnDemonstrated ability to work with students from diverse ethnic, cultural and socio-economic backgrounds.

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nnProven ability to work independently and as part of a team.

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nnFamiliarity with the use of technologies such as social media (Facebook, Twitter) and professional media (LinkedIn, portfolio programs).

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nnAbility to manage confidential and sensitive information.

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nnAbility to collaborate with constituents across campus and in the community.

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n nPreferred Qualifications

nnnMaster's degree in counseling, student development, or a related area.

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nnKnowledge of careers specific to Tacoma and the Puget Sound area.

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nnFamiliarity with all academic areas within the UW Tacoma.

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nnDemonstrated ability to create engaging curricula for a wide range of ages and settings.

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nnExperience and knowledge of career development theory and practice.

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nnExperience using MBTI, Strong Interest Inventory, and Clifton Strengths for Students assessments.

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nnExperience and knowledge of evaluation and assessment methodologies.

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n nWorking Conditions

nSome scheduling flexibility is required to accommodate schedules of students and campus/community partners, and to attend meetings, events, trainings and conferences on and off campus.

nApplication Requirement

nThis recruitment requires a cover letter. Your application will not be considered unless you attach a cover letter.

nYour letter should outline your interest in the position, highlight relevant experience or qualifications, and explain how you would add value to the team or organization. It must be specific to this role.

nCompensation, Benefits and Position Details

nPay Range Minimum:

n$54,072.00 annual

nPay Range Maximum:

n$60,000.00 annual

nOther Compensation:

nnn nBenefits:

nFor information about benefits for this position, visit

nShift:

nFirst Shift (United States of America)

nTemporary or Regular?

nThis is a regular position

nFTE (Full-Time Equivalent):

n100.00%

nUnion/Bargaining Unit:

nNot Applicable

nAbout the UW

nWorking at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives - on our campuses, in our state and around the world.

nUW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

nOur Commitment

nThe University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81 ( .

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nApplicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law ( .

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Worksite address

tacoma, WA, 98417, US

Who can apply

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