Career and Pathway Coach

Grayson College; Denison (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

Paid vacation and leave

Job summary

Grayson College in Grayson County invites applications for a Career and Pathway Coach to guide students from enrollment to graduation. You will assess interests and skills and help students choose pathways that lead to a living wage, while coaching on job search and managing the college's career services platform.

The role emphasizes proactive advising, labor market awareness, and collaboration with faculty to support degree planning, transfer opportunities, and student success.

Qualifications

• A Master's degree in Counseling, Education, Social Science or related field plus two years of related experience.
• Experience in career advising and student services is preferred.
• Strong communication and public presentation skills; ability to use computer software.

Responsibilities

• Provide proactive student career advising linking goals, interests, and abilities with programs of study and transfer options.
• Prepare reports on assessment data and track outcomes to improve student results.
• Lead job search workshops and assist with resume writing and interview skills.
• Organize campus and community Career Services events and Pathway seminars.
• Maintain student information files and ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

Career advising

Job search coaching

Student services

Public presentations

Communication skills

Education

Master's degree in Counseling

Master's in Counseling with career focus

Two years of related experience

Tools

MyMajors

Career services platform

Job description

Welcome to Grayson College. Grayson College is in the heart of Grayson County and provides a vital link for higher education. GC offers small classes for personalized instruction, affordable tuition, caring, professional faculty, and the convenience of day, evening or online classes. The college serves approximately 5,000 students annually. Grayson’s reputation is highly respected by surrounding universities and industries as an excellent source of quality graduates who bring specialized, skilled and much-needed talents to the workplace.

Career and Pathway Coach

Role:

Supports students from enrollment through graduation by administering various tools for assessment of interests, values, aptitudes, and skills and uses the results to assist students in informed Pathway selection that leads to a career which will provide a living wage. Provides guidance to students individually or in group settings regarding career decisions, degree plans, and transfer opportunities. The position also includes coaching students in all aspects of the job search and managing the Grayson College career services platform.

The salary range for this position is $55,079.42 to $82,619.14 per year.

Benefits:

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short & Long-term disability insurances available

Medical premiums covered by Grayson College for FT employee only

Vacation Accrual- 2 weeks per year

Sick Leave Accrual- 2 weeks per year

Personal Leave- 2 days for FT employees per year

Holidays- Labor Day, Thanksgiving Break, Winter Break, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Spring Break, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, and Independence Day

Tuition-FT employees, their spouse & dependents are eligible for coverage of full Grayson College tuition amount.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

40% Provides proactive student career advising that links career goals, interests, and abilities with appropriate program of study, course selection/course sequencing, and related support services for the programs offered by the college and at transfer institutions. Advises students on academic planning, career exploration, major selection, academic standards, educational strategies, transfer information, and other areas as needed. Researches and maintains current information regarding labor market trends and the occupational outlook for a wide range of careers. Serves as the Faculty Mentor for General Studies students. Assists students with registration during peak advising months.

20% Prepares reports and tracks key assessment data regarding results and outcomes. Compares outcomes over time and by program. Establishes and maintains tracking and reporting processes. Assesses current operations and provides evaluative feedback in an effort to improve student outcomes to meet strategic goals of the college.

20% Provides job search workshops which include resume writing tips and interview skills. Assists students with resume writing in conjunction with the writing center. Manages the college's career services platform(s) like MyMajors.

10% Organizes and presents student-focused Career Services events and Pathway seminars on campus and in the community. Develops a Pathway of the Month presentation in person and through video conferencing technology. Delivers on-site presentations as requested by schools and community organizations. In collaboration with the College's Marketing Team, creates, modifies, maintains, and promotes career planning on the college's website and other platforms.

5% Maintains student information files in accordance with all school and company policies and procedures, all applicable federal regulations, state regulations and all accrediting agencies standards and requirements.

5% Performs other duties as assigned.

Performance Measurements:

Demonstrates Viking Values of balance, clarity, gratitude, service, teamwork, and trust.

Creates and maintains effective relationship with students, faculty, and staff in order to provide a high level of quality service and support.

Provides student registration assistance during peak advising periods.

Promotes the values of diversity, equity, and inclusion when assisting students or faculty.

Serves as a role model to students on the campus.

Maintains current knowledge of Grayson College programs and Pathways.

Makes effective presentations.

Maintains acceptable record of timeliness and attendance.

Represents Grayson College well; serves as an ambassador for the college in the community.

Complies with all laws and regulations related to higher education.

This job description is not a complete statement of all duties and responsibilities comprising the position.

Experience:

Two years to five years of similar or related experience.

Education:

A Master's degree in Counseling, Education, Social Science or related field from a regionally accredited institution and two years of related experience OR equivalent combination of education and experience. A Master's degree in Counseling with a focus on career development is preferred.

Interpersonal Skills:

A significant level of trust and diplomacy is required, in addition to normal courtesy and tact. Work involves extensive personal contact with others and/or can be of a personal or sensitive nature. Work may involve motivating or influencing others. Outside contacts become important and fostering sound relationships with other entities (companies and/or individuals) becomes necessary and often requires the ability to influence and/or sell ideas or services to others.

Other Skills:

Ability to use a computer and learn new software or applications to complete daily work; Ability to establish rapport and develop relationships; Strong oral and written communication skills, including the ability to make public Presentations. Ability to work independently to complete projects and meet objectives.

Physical Requirements:

The work is typically sedentary. However, there may be some walking, standing, bending, carrying of light items, driving an automobile, etc. No special physical demands are required to do the work.

Work Environment:

Regular exposure to favorable conditions such as those found in a typical office.

GRAYSON COLLEGE IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY INSTITUTION PROVIDING EDUCATIONAL AND EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES ON THE BASIS OF MERIT AND WITHOUT DISCRIMINATION ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, NATIONAL ORIGIN, RELIGION, GENDER, AGE, DISABILITY, OR ANY OTHER BASIS PROHIBITED BY LAW.

The employer actively supports the Americans with Disabilities Act and will consider reasonable accommodations.