Career Development Specialist

Job Description

Summary

The Career Development Specialist, under direction, provides advanced professional skills in developing, planning, promoting, and implementing career development programs, activities, and services to support the student population. This position includes collaboration across departments, employers, and campus constituents to enhance career readiness initiatives.

Responsibilities

Career Development Programming and Student Engagement :

Advises students in areas of career / major exploration, career planning, and job search skills / techniques such as resume writing, job search strategies, networking, and interviewing.

Designs, implements, and evaluates innovative career education and development programming for assigned colleges / schools.

Supports Career Center mission by participating in programs and services including drop-in advising, committee work, regular team meetings, and center-wide events and initiatives.

Utilizes digital technologies, including learning management system platforms, live-streaming, virtual career services, and online collaboration tools, to deliver career content broadly.

Presentations and Campus Relations :

Leads presentations highlighting services and special programs available through this position to constituent groups throughout campus and within the community.

Develops large-scale programs and events (e.g., career fairs, resume remotes, tabling), and / or employer spotlights that address varied student career interests.

Conducts outreach and workshops in collaboration with faculty and advisors to integrate career readiness into the academic experience.

Meets regularly with advisors, faculty, and / or administration within the colleges / schools or program area to provide information about services and progress throughout the year.

Employer Development and External Relations :

Establishes and maintains employer relationships to expand internship, co-op, and job opportunities for students.

Serves as Career Center representative at employer and industry events.

Collaborates with recruiting organizations to ensure alignment between employer expectations and student preparedness.

Resource Development and Data Management :

Develops and maintains digital and print resources tailored to students’ career fields.

Supports assessment and data collection processes to measure program effectiveness and student outcomes.

Monitors and evaluates resources for effectiveness and efficiency to help determine necessary revisions.

Administrative Support :

Participates in ongoing staff development and career services best practices.

Participates in departmental meetings and strategic planning sessions.

May train student employees related to the needs of the assigned academic disciplines and / or student population.

Coordinates internal and external communications, ensuring accurate dissemination of program updates.

Qualifications

Required Education & Experience :

Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.

One year of experience in career services, advising, recruiting, or related specialty.

Preferred Qualifications :

Master’s degree in student affairs or related specialty.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

Ability to multi-task and work collaboratively with others.

Excellent customer service and communication skills – interpersonal, written, and presentation.

Working knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet programs, and ability to work with and present data.

Experience with complex databases and computer software programs.

Proficiency in researching and utilizing online resources.

Attention to detail.

Ability to work independently and manage multiple, ongoing programs and services.

Why Texas A&M University?

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.

, with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums

of annual paid holidays

Up to and at least each month

Automatic enrollment in the

Health and Wellness :

Professional Development : All employees have access to free training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more

for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee

a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees

Our Commitment

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens ourwhich are : Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.