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Career Coach
St. Paul, MN
Job Description
Career Coach
Division: Academic Affairs
Department/Office: Career Development
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The Career Development Office at St. Catherine University invites applications for a full-time Career Coach position.
The Career Development Office's goal is to realize the university mission to educate women to lead and influence through support of student career success! The Career Coach provides a variety of professional career services and programs for students, alumni, faculty and staff at the University. This position serves as liaison to academic departments to promote career integration and career readiness.
Responsibilities include:
- Direct student and alumni support through 1:1 appointments on matters relating to major and career exploration, job search strategy, resume/cover letter review, interviewing prep, grad school planning and personal statements, and salary negotiation
- Conduct individual student appointments for internship search strategy and internship credit request process
- Delivery of services that reflect a recognition of the unique identities and circumstances of students seeking career development support - this can include appointment times at non-standard hours to meet student needs and accommodate students' preferred mode of interaction
- Provide culturally aware Career Education through classroom presentations and other group settings to meet the needs of students and alumni in a wide range of majors
- Represent the Career Development Center at campus wide initiatives and events
- Train student workers to deliver initial career support to students in Career Development
- Create and update major and career field specific contents on various digital platforms
- Serve as the career development liaison to a variety of academic and/or student service departments to promote and support career integration and career readiness
- Contribute to CPD departmental initiatives to partner with academic disciplines to meet student needs across an array of fields
- Contribute to an inclusive environment that acknowledges the unique needs of students, including neurodiversity, marginalized and historically underserved students including students of color, first-generation, LGBTQ+, and international students.
Employees at St. Kate's feel a deep connection to the University's Mission and Vision, and they live their values at work. Benefits available to full-time employees include:
- Three weeks of accrued vacation time as well as fourteen (14) paid holidays and paid "gift" days when the university is closed
- Accrued sick time
- Free tuition for employees and reduced tuition for their families after one year of service
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 403b retirement plan access
- Six weeks of paid parental leave after one year of service
St. Catherine University in St. Paul, Minnesota, is a comprehensive Catholic university and home to one of the nation's largest colleges for women, with associate and graduate programs for all genders. Founded by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet in 1905, the University integrates liberal arts and professional education within the Catholic traditions of intellectual inquiry and social teaching. Committed to excellence and opportunity, St. Catherine enrolls students in certificate, associate, baccalaureate, master's and doctoral programs in traditional day and evening/weekend/online formats.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience in coaching, advising, counseling, student services, HR, and other related fields
- Demonstrated knowledge, skills and commitment to social justice, equity and inclusion, including experience working with individuals with varying identities and backgrounds
- Experience presenting information in a clear and concise manner and effectively engage the audience
- Ability to establish rapport and professional relationships with a wide range of stakeholders to achieve a common goal
- Demonstrated experience to concurrently manage numerous tasks, some with conflicting priorities
- Experience with navigating multiple digital platforms
- Experience working with MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel/spreadsheet, Google suite
Preferred Qualifications:
- Two or more years of experience in career counseling or coaching in higher education or related settings
- Experience working with students with diverse identities such as first-generation college students; students of various racial, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds; students from low-income families; students from rural communities; LGBTQ students; and adult learners.
- Knowledge of career coaching and counseling techniques, career decision making, adult learning styles, and job search strategies.
- Experience in event planning (both in-person and virtual)
- Experience in interpreting assessments including Strong Interest Inventory and Myers Briggs Type Indicator
We seek creative, adaptable staff who enjoy working in a university climate that promotes cultural diversity, multicultural understanding, and cultural fluency. Consistent with the university's commitment to women, diversity and social justice, preference will be given to candidates who manifest these themes in their experience and service.
Application instructions:
Posting Number: 20220588-STAFF
Posting Start Date: 06/21/2024
Application Deadline: 7/9/2024
To apply, visit https://stcatherine.peopleadmin.com/postings/9019
St. Catherine University is an equal opportunity employer. Our commitment to inclusion reflects the central value of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet to "love of neighbor without distinction" and provides a learning and working environment that is enriched by the diversity of all our members. Individuals of religious, racial, ethnic, gender identity, nation of origin, or disability groups that have traditionally had less representation in higher education are encouraged to apply. Should you need an interview accommodation please contact us at hr@stkate.edu or 651-690-6565.
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Job Summary
Company
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
2+ years
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