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Job Title

Career Services Coordinator

Agency

Tarleton State University

Department

Career Services

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Stephenville, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Responsible for a program within the Career Services department. Facilitates positive working relationships between employers and the university community including students, faculty, staff, and alumni. Maintains a working knowledge of Tarleton's various degree programs as a means of educating future employers on Tarleton's product. Provides assistance in budget planning, strategic planning, goal setting, monthly and annual reports. Serves as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) This is an in-office position located at the Stephenville Campus. Work hours: Mon-Fri; 8 AM-5 PM or as work requirements indicate May be required to work some non-traditional work hours including evenings and/or weekends. Travel is required. Must be able to work remotely at the request of the University.

Responsibilities:45% Provide Career Services Programming on assigned Stephenville campus and instructional locations. Career development to include resume building, mock interviews, business etiquette dinner, professionalism, interviewing, online presence and other topics. Engagement will happen through class presentations, one-on-one appointments, groups, workshops, guest speakers and online meetings. Participates in programs at the Stephenville campuses and all instructional sites coordinated by Career Services. Including, but not limited to, workshops, employer seminars, job fairs, and meetings within and outside of Career Services, university committees, and class presentations. Develops, coordinates, and/or fulfills objectives related to the implementation of new programs, workshops and services to the Stephenville campuses and all instructional sites

25% Leadership/Administrative/Support: Serves as primary administrator of career services programs to their assigned location or academic unit. Maintains a working knowledge of Tarleton's various degree programs as a means of educating future employers on Tarleton's Graduate profile. Provides assistance in budget planning, strategic planning, goal setting, monthly and annual reports. Coordinates marketing efforts with designated Career Services staff. Attends administrative staff meetings on and off-campus as well conferences and workshops regarding career planning and job search as funds are available. Assists leadership of Career Services and other staff with special projects. Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.

30% Community Outreach: Facilitates positive working relationships between employers and the University community including students, faculty, staff, and alumni. Work with these individuals to improve relations, services, and to also develop and track new full-time and part-time opportunities. Cultivates new employment contacts to expand opportunities for job placement, internships, and other levels of employer engagement. Coordinate with the Job Locator and Development Coordinator for Federal Work Study JLD tracking of student wages, positions and employer relationship development. Liaisons for the Career Services department to employers in Stephenville campuses and all instructional sites. Attend employment events to represent Career Services as assigned.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Three years of work experience in corporate/industry, university career services environment, or comparable setting.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications. Demonstrated exceptional organization, written, interpersonal, and public speaking skills.

• Ability to exercise independent judgment, demonstrate exceptional time management skills, and work independently and in a team environment.

• Ability to manage multiple, ongoing programs and services.

Other Requirements:Ability to work non-traditional work hours including evenings or weekends. Ability to accommodate significant travel between work venues.

Salary:

Commensurate with experience

The target base annual salary is $44,000 ma y be negotiable based on funding availability and candidate experience/skillset in relation to the minimum requirements of this position. Tarleton State University offers a career filled with purpose and opportunity in addition to competitive wages. As part of the Tarleton family, the following benefits ar e also available to full time and qualifying part time employees:

Educational Benefits

• Family Education Benefit (Tuition Scholarship) (https://www.tarleton.edu/scholarships/employees/)

• Doctoral Educational Assistance

  Employee Health, Wellness, and Financial Planning (https://www.tarleton.edu/hr/benefits/)

• Fully covered employee health insurance

• Dental insurance

• Vision insurance

• Retirement and Insurance programs

  Paid Leave (https://www.tarleton.edu/hr/benefits/)

• Paid sick leave

• Holiday pay

• Vacation

• Longevity pay

• Paid Birthday Leave

  Other

• Complimentary tickets to all A thletic and P erforming F ine A rts events

• Employee Wellness Release Time

• Staff Gym Membership Discount with Campus Recreation

• and other Tarleton Discounts

  Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit a completed application for consideration. Initial review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

  Application Procedure:

  During the application process applicants have one opportunity to enter the requested information, upload documents and “ Submit ” the application. Applicants will not be able to make changes or add additional documents once the application materials have been submitted via "Submit" action.

  Employment applications must include:

• Completed online application

• Cover Letter / Letter of Interest addressing qualifications

• Curriculum Vitae or Resume

• At least 3 current professional references and their full contact information

  Applications received by Tarleton State 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.  Incomplete applications will not be considered.

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.

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.

Founded in 1899, Tarleton State University a founding member of The Texas A&M University System, has a rich history and tradition through generations that have inspired educational excellence. Tarleton maintains a commitment to transformational student experiences and career readiness supported by engaged faculty, staff, and alumni mentors. Tarleton State University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), earned the prestigious designation of Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, and is a member of the NCAA Division I, Western Athletic Conference.

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  Tarleton State University is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action/ Veterans/ Disability Employer. If you have questions about submitting your application, please contact employment@tarleton.edu .