Career Coach (Assistant Director) - Emory College of Arts and Sciences at Emory University

Atlanta, Georgia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

11 Oct, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Career Coaching, Strategic Planning, Program Development, Workshop Facilitation, Resume Writing, Interviewing Skills, Networking Skills, Career Assessment, Budget Management, Research, Collaboration, Communication, Technical Support, Student Engagement, Marketing Programs, Professional Development

Industry

Higher Education

Description

Discover Your Career at Emory University Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the excellence of our academic community. Description KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Assists in directing the strategic planning, development, and implementation of programs. Represents the organization at meetings, conferences and other events. May develop and present speeches or presentations to generate or enhance awareness of program(s). Provides technical support by evaluating established processes, conducting training, attending operational meetings and networking with affiliated groups. Monitors progress toward achieving established objectives and deadlines. Participates in planning, administering and monitoring program related budgets. Conducts research, designs new initiatives, and collaborates with others to ensure program(s) remain viable. May serve on, hold office in, or chair committees. May write publishable articles and papers. May supervise staff. Oversees or assists in developing operational and statistical reports for management and regulatory agencies. Ensures required records and documentation are maintained. Performs related responsibilities as required. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in a field related to the program(s) and five years of program related experience, OR equivalent combination of experience, education, and training. ADDITIONAL JOB DETAILS: Working with Emory College, the Laney Graduate School, and master’s programs, provide career coaching to students in quantitative master’s programs – Computer Science, Data Science, and Economics. The assistant director and career coach provides career coaching services to master’s students and recent alumni from the arts and sciences master’s programs. Engages with students on topics that affect career opportunities and advancement including career exploration; job, internship, research search strategies; and resume, cover letter, interviewing, networking skills. Conducts workshops and programs on career planning and industry trends. Connects students with prospective employers and arranges site visits. Directs the strategic planning, development, and implementation of student career coaching for the master’s cohort. Design and establish career exploration pathways suited to students pursuing careers in STEM fields, with an emphasis on technology and quantitative fields. Engages with students on topics that affect career opportunities and advancement including career exploration; job, internship, research, graduate/professional school search strategies; and resume, cover letter, interviewing, networking skills. Works closely with program faculty and staff and college and graduate school administration to ensure career coaching program and processes are aligned with programs’ curricula and goals. Provides career counseling services to master's students and 0-2 year alumni. Conducts workshops and programs on career planning, industry trends, and placement topics. Provides information to students on topics that affect career opportunities and advancement such as job search strategies, educational and training opportunities, occupational outlook information, career enhancement materials and resume writing. Assists students in the development of resumes and makes recommendations for improvements. Administers and interprets a variety of career assessment inventories to assist students with career exploration and planning. Assist in creating or editing communications materials related to career planning and placement such as newsletters, catalogs, departmental brochures, and fliers. Maintains records and files of all coaching sessions. Assists in developing, implementing, and evaluating marketing programs to increase student awareness of and participation in career services programs. Maintains professional growth by participating in educational programs and professional organizations. NOTE: Position tasks are generally required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location. Remote work from home day options may be granted at department discretion. Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee. Additional Details Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in university programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity, and affirmative action (for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities). Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Civil Rights Compliance, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322. Telephone: 404-727-9867 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). Emory University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Department of Accessibility Services at 404-727-9877 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.

Responsibilities

The Career Coach (Assistant Director) will assist in directing the strategic planning and implementation of career coaching programs for master's students in quantitative fields. Responsibilities include providing career counseling, conducting workshops, and collaborating with faculty and administration to align coaching with academic goals.