Student Career Coach for Humanities & Social Sciences

University of Missouri-Kansas City; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 53,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

University benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

University of Missouri-Kansas City Career Services seeks a Career Coach to support students and alumni in exploring career paths, internships, and employment opportunities. You will provide individual coaching, assist with resume development, and help identify experiential learning options aligned with academic goals.

You will collaborate with faculty, campus partners, and employers to deliver workshops and expand opportunities for undergraduates, including those undecided about their majors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent plus 2+ years of related experience required.
• Master's degree in Higher Education Administration, Student Affairs, Counseling, Education (preferred).
• Experience advising, mentoring, coaching, or student support for undergraduates.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group career coaching for students and alumni.
• Deliver workshops and presentations; connect students with resources and employers.
• Collaborate with faculty and campus partners to develop career programs.
• Assist with recruiting, selecting, and trainingPeer Career Coaches.
• Document interactions in the career services database.

Skills

Career coaching

Student advising

Presentation skills

Interpersonal communication

Relationship building

Public speaking

Diversity & inclusion

Career exploration guidance

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Master's degree in Higher Education/Student Affairs or related field (preferred)

Tools

Career services systems

Job description

University of Missouri-Kansas City Career Services seeks a Career Coach to support students and alumni in exploring career paths, internships, and employment opportunities. You will provide individual coaching, assist with resume development, and help identify experiential learning options aligned with academic goals.

You will collaborate with faculty, campus partners, and employers to deliver workshops and expand opportunities for undergraduates, including those undecided about their majors.