Career Coach

Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana; Kokomo (IN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Educational benefits (fee remission)

Job summary

Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana is seeking a part-time Career Coach to guide students in defining career goals and using campus resources to prepare for transitions after credential completion.

Responsibilities include coaching, resume and interview preparation, and employer engagement, with collaboration across Admissions, Advisors, and faculty to support career choices and campus programs.

Qualifications

• Associate degree required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Minimum two years of related experience in career development and/or coaching.
• Familiarity with standard career assessments (MBTI, Strong Interest Inventory, Clifton StrengthsFinder) preferred.
• Promote an inclusive environment that reflects the diversity of our students and employees.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks with competing priorities.
• Excellent oral and written communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to travel to and from campuses and development activities.

Responsibilities

• Coach and track the progress of students in one-to-one and group coaching.
• Support career development activities such as resume, LinkedIn profiles, mock interviews, and employer engagement.
• Partner with the Talent Connection Manager, Admissions, Advisors, and faculty to guide career and program choices.
• Increase awareness of career coaching opportunities on campus and virtually.
• Collaborate with campus stakeholders to promote a career development culture.
• Deliver presentations and career-focused events with cross-functional teams.
• Engage in ongoing professional growth, development, and training.
• Attend regular meetings with leadership and student success teams.

Skills

Career coaching

Communication

Multitasking

Diversity & inclusion

Public speaking

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

MBTI

Strong Interest Inventory

CliftonStrengthsFinder

Job description

This is a part-time position.

GENERAL PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF POSITION:

The Career Coach provides coaching services to assist students in defining a career goal and utilizing the career development resources on campus to help them prepare for a successful transition into their chosen career upon completion of their chosen credential(s). Reports to the Executive Director of Student Life and Career Development and works collaboratively with the Ivy + Career Link Talent Connection Manager, Advisors, College Connection Coaches, and other faculty and staff to meet the career development needs of students and to support meeting or exceeding campus metrics.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coaches and tracks the progress of students in one-to-one and group coaching scenarios.
• Actions taken by students, under the guidance of the Career Coach, may include but are not limited to the student completing a career assessment, resume, LinkedIn profile, mock interviews, and employer engagement through different activities.
• Partners with campus Talent Connection Manager, Admissions staff, Advisors, and other faculty and staff to provide pre-Ivy Tech and orientation experiences to support career and program selection.
• Assists in efforts to build awareness of career coaching opportunities on campus and virtually.
• Partners with aligned campus stakeholders to promote a career development culture on the campus at large.
• Works collaboratively with cross-functional departments, including faculty, to deliver presentations and career-focused events.
• Participates in professional growth, development, and training programs related to career coaching.
• Participates in weekly and monthly meetings with the Executive Director of Student Life and Career Development, the student success team, and others as needed.
• Participates in related annual summits and/or retreats, as well as project-based work as deemed appropriate or necessary.
• This is not to be construed as an exhaustive list.
• Other duties logically associated with this position may be assigned.
• All responsibilities will be conducted within the parameters of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), other applicable regulatory requirements, and professional standards.

CLASSIFICATION:

Part-Time up to 28 hours/week. Starting Hourly Rate: $20.00 per hr.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Executive Director of Student Life and Career Development

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Associate degree required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• A minimum of two (2) years of related experience in career development and/or coaching is required.
• Proficiency, familiarity, or certifications in standard career assessments such as: Myers-Briggs Type Indicator, Strong Interest Inventory, and Clifton StrengthsFinder preferred.
• Must demonstrate ability to promote an inclusive environment that reflects the broad diversity and backgrounds represented by our students and employees and which every individual feels respected and valued.
• Demonstrated skills and abilities to concurrently manage numerous tasks, some with conflicting priorities required.
• Must have excellent oral and written communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Must be able and willing to travel to and from campuses and professional development activities.
• Ability to work within a self-directed framework and scale a large project required.

BENEFITS:

• Health & Wellness Access to a comprehensive vision care plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses
• Employee Assistance Program offering no cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources
• Financial & Retirement Benefits All employees can contribute pre-tax or post-tax dollars through payroll deduction to build retirement savings
• Educational Benefits Fee remission for employees, spouses, and legal dependents.

For more information on Ivy Tech Benefits, visit https://careers.ivytech.edu/benefits.

DEFINITIVE EEO AND EMPLOYMENT STATEMENTS:

Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status.

As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.

ABOUT US:

At Ivy Tech, you’ll be part of something bigger, where collaboration fuels innovation, learning is a shared journey, and meaningful goals become life-changing achievements. As Indiana’s only full-fledged community college, we’re deeply rooted in our mission to empower students, strengthen communities, and support one another every step of the way. No matter your role, you’ll be valued, supported, and inspired because here, people come first. Our faculty and staff are united by purpose, driven by passion, and proud of the difference we make together. Join a team where your work matters. Discover your potential. Make your impact. Ivy Tech is the largest singly accredited community college system in the nation. Providing education across Indiana, we motivate and inspire students as they pursue their futures. To achieve this, it takes a community of over 6,500 employees in 75 locations. Competitive benefits and professional development programs The most advanced technologies in our classrooms and training facilities Collaborative and innovative culture with a focus on creativity and employee belonging Commitment to adapting to meet Indiana's workforce needs and fostering a sustainable, inclusive workplace.