Career Services Coordinator

ucf; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Kenneth G. Dixon Career Development Center at the University of Central Florida is seeking a Career Services Coordinator to connect students with career resources, employers, and opportunities that lead to successful transitions from college to career.

Based in Orlando, the role will coordinate employer engagement, deliver career programming, and foster partnerships with the Rosen College of Hospitality Management while supporting events and advising students and alumni.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's and 2+ years of relevant experience or a Master's degree and 0+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience in higher education, employer relations, or career services is preferred.
• Strong presentation and outreach abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with diverse audiences.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate engagement and serve as liaison among employers, DCDC, the Rosen College of Hospitality Management, and students and alumni.
• Deliver workshops, outreach activities, and specialized career programming; assist with major events and logistics.
• Guide employers and students in using Handshake, MyKnightStar, and VMock; document interactions and report activity.
• Support employer relationships and connect opportunities with students and graduates.
• Provide individual and group career development services on resumes, cover letters, interviewing, and job searching.

Skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Organizational skills

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Handshake

MyKnightStar

VMock

Job description

Dixon Career Development Center, Employer Relations and Industry Partnerships:

The Kenneth G. Dixon Career Development Center (DCDC) advances student success by connecting UCF students with career development resources, meaningful experiences, employers, and opportunities that support their transition from college to career. Through career education, experiential learning, recruiting programs, graduate and professional school preparation, and partnerships across the university and employer community, the DCDC helps students explore career possibilities, build career readiness skills, and connect with opportunities. Employer Relations and Industry Partnerships serves as the primary bridge between DCDC and the employer community, cultivating relationships that expand internships, employment opportunities, and industry engagement for students.

The Opportunity :

The Kenneth G. Dixon Career Development Center (DCDC) provides comprehensive career development and employer engagement programs and services to support UCF students in making informed career and employment decisions. This Career Services Coordinator supports DCDC and the Rosen College of Hospitality Management by coordinating employer and student engagement, delivering career development programming and services, supporting events, and fostering partnerships that connect students with career opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate engagement and serve as a liaison among employers, the Kenneth G. Dixon Career Development Center (DCDC), the Rosen College of Hospitality Management (RCHM), and RCHM students and alumni. Provide timely, professional, and responsive communication and support to stakeholders through in-person appointments, phone, email, Teams, and other communication channels.
• Deliver workshops, outreach activities, and specialized career programming for students, faculty, staff, student organizations, and other stakeholders. Support the planning and execution of events such as the Fall and Spring Rosen Career Fairs, Disney Day, Universal Day, and other programs. Collaborate with departments and partners and assist with event logistics, scheduling, promotion, and stakeholder communication.
• Provide guidance and support to employers, students, and faculty in the use of Handshake, MyKnightStar, VMock, and other systems utilized by DCDC and RCHM. Document employer and student interactions and collect, maintain, and compile program data for monthly, annual, and other reporting needs. Provide information and data to DCDC leadership and the designated RCHM point of contact to demonstrate program activity, engagement, and student success.
• Support engagement with local, regional, and national employers seeking to recruit UCF students and graduates. Assist with developing and maintaining employer relationships and connecting employers with appropriate recruiting and engagement opportunities.
• Provide individual and group career development services to assist students with resumes and cover letters, interviewing skills, job-search strategies, career readiness, and articulating career competencies. Identify students who may benefit from additional career development assistance and connect them with appropriate DCDC, UCF, or other resources.
• Represent DCDC and RCHM at events, meetings, career fairs, trade shows, and other external and internal activities. Promote UCF as a source of talent, support employer recruitment and engagement, and communicate the impact of DCDC and RCHM programs and partnerships.
• Contribute to the overall mission, goals, and operations of DCDC. Participate in DCDC meetings, programs, professional development activities, and center-wide events, either virtually or in person as appropriate.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of DCDC and RCHM priorities, which may include special projects, supervision of student employees, committee service, and other operational or programmatic responsibilities.

Minimum Qualifications :

• Bachelor's and 2+ years of relevant experience or Masters degree and 0+ years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219(6) .

Preferred Qualifications :

• Experience working in higher education, employer relations, corporate recruiting, career services/career development, student services, hospitality, or a related environment.
• Experience developing and delivering presentations, workshops, programs, outreach activities, or events.
• Experience building and maintaining effective relationships with employers, students, faculty, staff, and other internal and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrated written, verbal, interpersonal, and presentation communication skills, with the ability to communicate professionally with diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated organizational skills and attention to detail, including the ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, maintain accurate records, and follow established processes.
• Ability to work indepen