Career Services Associate Director - Frisco

University of North Texas; Frisco (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

University of North Texas at Frisco seeks an Associate Director Career Services to prepare students for internships and coordinate employer engagement. The role includes coaching, workshop delivery, and supervising two Career and Employer Development Specialists.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree and four years of relevant experience, with a preference for a Master's in Higher Education or related field. Office hours are Monday–Friday with occasional evenings.

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of career advising and development
• Knowledge of University operations, policies and procedures
• Working knowledge of computer technology and applications in the career services field
• Ability to deal tactfully with students, individually and in group situations
• Excellent presentation and counseling skills
• Excellent written and oral communications skills
• Ability to supervise, train, and plan work of subordinates
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships

Responsibilities

• Individual Student Coaching for internship preparation & group programming in workshop style events.
• Employer Engagement to learn what is needed in the workforce and to learn feedback loops that inform practice, coaching and curriculum adjustments.
• Faculty Partnerships within project-based learning programs to inform internship course design and connect employer guest speakers with courses of interest.
• Strategy/Planning/Assessment to create reports for directors or leadership.
• Internship Course instructor using engaging course design and ongoing student connection.
• Work with Prospective Students at recruitment events and guide students and parents about UNT at Frisco opportunities.
• Collaborate with Academic Advisors to integrate career readiness and create innovative support approaches.

Skills

Career advising

University policies

Counseling

Communication skills

Staff supervision

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Masters degree in Higher Education/Student Development/Counseling

Job description

University of North Texas at Frisco seeks an Associate Director Career Services to prepare students for internships and coordinate employer engagement. The role includes coaching, workshop delivery, and supervising two Career and Employer Development Specialists.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree and four years of relevant experience, with a preference for a Master's in Higher Education or related field. Office hours are Monday–Friday with occasional evenings.