Job Title

Career Services Coordinator

Agency

Texas A&M International University

Department

Office of the Provost & VP for Academic Affairs (AIRES)

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Laredo, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Job Summary:

The Career Services Coordinator, under general supervision, coordinates program efforts to promote full use of career services by undergraduate students at each campus. Enhances outreach and communication efforts to student groups on campus and employers in the community by coordinating advertising programs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Provides career advising to students, prospective students, and alumni in the areas of career planning, resume writing, job search, networking, interviewing skills, salary evaluation, career and employment issues, and personal development.

Supports the mission by participating in general workshops and big events, walk-in advising, committee work, and weekly meetings.

Maintains website and operations of online job placement program.

Instructs individuals and groups in the use of career services and facilities’ computerized guidance programs.

Establishes and maintains positive rapport with the community, alumni, civic/professional organizations, local businesses and industry, public school systems, and other potential employers for the purpose of promoting the institution and its students as prospective employees.

Promotes and facilitates the link between academic curriculum and departments with a system of career counseling activities and/or services to enhance students’ future employment opportunities.

Serves as a liaison between academic departments and support services to assist students who are undecided about academic and career choices.

Monitors and evaluates career services, policies, and procedures for effectiveness and efficiency, and determines necessary revisions.

Proactively seeks out opportunities for outreach and collaboration with academic/administrative departments and student organizations to promote career and personal development.

This document represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. Other duties may be assigned.

Additional Responsibilities:

Minimum Requirements:

Education – Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution in applicable field.

Experience – Three years of related experience.

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Preferred Experience and Education:

Education: Master’s degree from a regionally accredited institution in applicable field preferred

Experience in event planning and management

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Knowledge of career development, resources and theories, job search techniques and technologies.

Knowledge of resume writing, interview preparation skills, job search techniques, professional development, and other career coaching.

Ability to interpret career assessment tools.

Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge of:

Word processing and spreadsheet applications.

Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Excellent decision-making skills.

Ability to:

Multitask and work cooperatively with others.

Work independently once given a project.

Manage multiple, ongoing programs and services.

Licensing / Professional Certification: None.

Physical Requirements: None.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Supervision of Others:

This position generally does not supervise employees.

Other Requirements:

Some evening and weekend work may be required.

Occasional travel

Position requires on campus, face-to-face interactions.

Position requires maintaining a regular schedule of attendance on campus and in the workplace.

Salary: $36,512/annually

INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT: During the application process you have only one opportunity to enter the requested information, upload documents and Submit the application. You will not be able to make changes or add additional documents once you “Submit” the application materials.  The software does not allow you to “Save” your application and return to complete the process at a later time.  The page "My Experience" has an area provided under Resume/CV to drop or upload files. Be sure to include:

Resume/CV

Cover Letter

At least 3 references and their full contact information, and

Unofficial transcripts (if applicable)

Applications received by Texas A&M International University must have all job application data entered. Failure to provide all job application data could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application.  “See resume” is not an acceptable entry in the job 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/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.