Student Career Coach & Explorer

Mcmurry-University; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

McMurry University is seeking an entry level Career Specialist to guide students through career exploration, help prepare them for work-based learning and internship opportunities, and assist with job searches and graduate school processes.

The role emphasizes career advising, program development with EDGE programming, and building partnerships with university and community stakeholders. A bachelor’s degree in a related field is required, with strong communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in counseling, student services administration, higher education, HR, or related field.
• Experience in higher education and/or a Master’s degree preferred.
• Strong communication, organizational, time management, problem solving, and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Guide students through career exploration and assessment.
• Facilitate opportunities for work-based learning and internships.
• Assist with job searches and graduate school processes.
• Assist in preparing personal documents for job searches.
• Support development of career readiness skills.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Time management

Problem solving

Customer service

Education

Bachelor’s degree in counseling or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

McMurry University is seeking an entry level Career Specialist to guide students through career exploration, help prepare them for work-based learning and internship opportunities, and assist with job searches and graduate school processes.

The role emphasizes career advising, program development with EDGE programming, and building partnerships with university and community stakeholders. A bachelor’s degree in a related field is required, with strong communication and organizational skills.