Part-Time Career & Success Coach

St. Charles Community College; Cottleville (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

St. Charles Community College is seeking an enthusiastic, student-focused Part-Time Career & Success Coach to join the Career Services team on campus.

The role supports students and alumni in career development through personalized guidance on planning, job search strategies, resumes, and professional development. Under the supervision of the Career Services Manager, the Academic Coach helps students explore pathways, prepare for interviews, and build confidence in their professional skills

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in general education required.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; able to support a diverse student population.
• Knowledge of job market trends and effective job search techniques.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite and familiarity with career assessment tools and online career services platforms.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one career coaching sessions for students and alumni, including career assessments and guidance on career exploration.
• Assist students in developing job search strategies, including resume and cover letter writing, networking, and utilizing online job search platforms.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in general education

Master's degree in general education

Tools

MS Office Suite

Career assessment tools

Job description

Founded in 1986, St. Charles Community College (SCC) has a reputation as one of the best two-year colleges in the state of Missouri. SCC's service area includes a six-county region with a population exceeding 540,000. SCC's main campus, located in Cottleville, has won architectural awards for its innovative, contemporary design. The college's Dardenne Creek Campus features the Center for Healthy Living and the Field to Table Institute. The Innovation West Campus located in Wentzville features the Regional Workforce Innovation Center. With a focus on innovation, St. Charles Community College is a leader in delivering high-quality education in a state-of-the-art learning environment. The success of SCC is rooted in the mission of serving the community by "focusing on academic excellence, student success, workforce advancement, and life-long learning within a global society."

SCC is seeking an enthusiastic, student-focused Part-Time Career & Success Coach to join the Career Services team. This role will support students and alumni in their career development by offering personalized guidance on career planning, job search strategies, and professional development. Under the supervision of the Career Services Manager, the Part-Time Academic Coach will help students explore career pathways, develop effective resumes and cover letters, prepare for interviews, and build confidence in their professional skills.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Provide one-on-one career coaching sessions for students and alumni, including career assessments and guidance on career exploration.


• Assist students in developing job search strategies, including resume and cover letter writing, networking, and utilizing online job search platforms.


• Stay informed on job market trends and incorporate relevant industry knowledge into coaching sessions.


• Track and document student interactions, outcomes, and success stories in the career services database.


• Provide students with guidance on appropriate career resources, including those offered by the Excelerator Department.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in general education; preferred master's degree in general education.


• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to effectively support a diverse student population.


• Knowledge of job market trends, and effective job search techniques.


• Proficiency with MS Office Suite and familiarity with career assessment tools and online career services platforms.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's degree in general education.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Part-time role requiring day-time hours with flexible schedule.


• This role is based on the SCC campus and will work closely with students and staff within the Excelerator Department.

St. Charles Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.