Position Title
Career Development Specialist (S04663P)
Department
Talent, Culture, & Inclusion
Job Family
Administrative Support
Position Status
Full-time
Work Schedule
Monday-Friday; 8:00am-5:00pm.
Work occasional weekends and evenings as assigned.
Open to
External and Internal
Salary
Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience between 42,000-45,000.
Duration
Funding expected to continue
Job Summary
The Student Development Specialist III will provide specialized career development guidance to assist graduate students in developing competencies required to pursue academic and career opportunities and achieve professional career development through workshops and presentations. The Student Development Specialist III must take initiative and be a self-starter as it relates to the increase and maintenance of student engagement and career readiness.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Collaborate with EDGE (Empowerment, Development, and Growth in Education) Center staff and faculty/staff within each college to develop curriculum for and conduct career development related workshops and presentations.
- Provide graduate students with career information, assistance, and goal setting to help prepare them for a complex and fast-changing workforce.
- Coordinate with external Dallas-Fort Worth area businesses and technology firms and Graduate School to facilitate Guest Speakers/Special Events/ College Fairs.
- Work in partnership or collaboration with the Career Center to update the university’s internship database and develop and update a database of career opportunities for graduate students.
- Interact with university departments, special groups and external agencies in administering programs to strengthen collaborations with campus stakeholders (Steering Committee, Department heads, Career Center, Faculty, etc.).
- Develop data collection tools (e.g., post-activity surveys, participation tracking tools) for project’s implementation.
- Assist Director to ensure attainment of program goals and objectives.
- Performs other duties assigned.
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Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree.
- Two (2) years of experience working in higher education, career development, human resources, student services, or a related field.
- Solid verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office including Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Knowledge of career programming, writing skills, mentoring, and other related services at the graduate student level.
- Ability to work autonomously and in team environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree with one (1) year of experience working in higher education, career development, human resources, student services, or a related field.
- Demonstrate experience in successfully supporting students in creating career preparation plans and supporting resource materials and skills (resume creation and editing, interview coaching, networking, etc.)
- Experience in developing and conducting workshops/seminars.
- Experience implementing of program initiatives with a specific focus on serving minority and traditionally underserved students in higher education.
- Knowledge of career counseling theories and contemporary job search techniques.
Special Conditions for Eligibility
Working Title
EDGE Center Career Specialist
EEO Statement
It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy.
ADA Accommodations
The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email ADADocs@uta.edu.