Career Coach - Career Pathways

Career Coach - Career Pathways

Job No : 536380

Work Type : Full Time

Location : Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)

Categories : Academic Advising / Support, Student Services

Department : 04040000 - SL-CAREER CONNECTIONS CENTER

Job Description

Classification Title :

Career Coach

Classification Minimum Requirements :

Master's degree in an appropriate area; or a bachelor's degree in an appropriate area and two years of relevant experience.

Job Description :

Serves as a career coach by delivering individual and group career planning services to UF students. Supports career clusters by facilitating individual career planning appointments, drop-in services, and small group coaching to UF undergraduate and graduate students based on industry-specific knowledge.

Facilitates customized career education workshops, for-credit course material, and large group programs to UF undergraduate and graduate students. Implements elements of the Career Action Plan and career development theory to all workshops and programs. Provides direct service or coaching through center-wide series and cohort programs focused on the professionalization of students. Customizes existing C3 marketing materials and resources for specific populations.

Facilitates external career development programming and outreach to student organizations, campus partners, and faculty to promote career services and the Career Connections Center. Coordinates day-to-day outreach administration and handles logistical functions to support career education programming including scheduling, reserving space, ordering supplies, communicating with attendees and other activities.

Engages with employers to facilitate their participation in industry education activities such as C3 workshops, outreaches, events and conferences. Works with IP Managers to develop programs to connect students with industry. Maintains relationships with industry partners to increase employment connections for UF candidates while helping students prepare for successful applications or interviews in these opportunities.

Aids in maintaining quantitative and qualitative records for various types of interactions for assessment and reporting purposes to demonstrate impact. Responsible for tracking and reporting on student engagement. Maintains up-to-date knowledge of career development trends.

Performs other administrative duties as assigned by the supervisor and higher authorities in the department and division. Lives out the career center's values in all aspects of their job functions.

Career Connections Center Values :

1. We advocate for all

2. We actively foster community

3. We empower professional growth and personal care

4. We are driven to make a purposeful impact

5. We carry a spirit of creativity and innovation

6. We play!

Expected Salary : $50,000.00

Required Qualifications :

Master's degree in an appropriate area; or a bachelor's degree in an appropriate area and two years of relevant experience.

Preferred :

EDUCATION & TRAINING : Master's degree in marketing, social sciences, student personnel, or human resources (HR)

EXPERIENCE

• Two (2) years of experience (minimum) in stakeholder engagement, marketing, sales, career development, career counseling, or HR
• Experience working inclusively with a variety of populations

KNOWLEDGE : Knowledge of industry relations, employment trends, student development, career services, marketing, and outreach strategies

SKILLS

ABILITIES : Ability to work independently and contribute to a team

PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS : None noted

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS : None noted

Special Instructions to Applicants :

In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume.

Application must be submitted by 11 : 55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

This requisition has been reposted. Previous applicants are still under consideration and need not reapply.

Health Assessment Required :

No

Applications Close : 15 December 2025

To apply, visit https : / / explore.jobs.ufl.edu / en-us / job / 536380

Our Commitment :

The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. The University of Florida is a public institution and is subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392- 2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF.

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