Student Career Success Coach

Austin Peay State University; Clarksville (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

None

Job summary

Austin Peay State University seeks a Career Success Coach to guide students and alumni in their career development, delivering coaching, programming, and employer partnerships. The role spans College of Arts & Letters and College of Education, collaborating with faculty and campus partners to embed career readiness in the student experience.

The position emphasizes hands-on coaching, programming, and active engagement with campus and employer networks to improve outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and related experience.
• Advanced verbal and written communication skills, including presentation experience.
• Demonstrated ability to provide coaching, advising, and mentoring to others.
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team setting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel) and operating a personal computer.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group career coaching for students and alumni; focus on College of Arts & Letters and College of Education.
• Assist with resume/cover letter development, interview practice, graduate school planning, and career topics.
• Discuss career assessments to support informed major/career decisions.
• Guide students in using Handshake and other career platforms.

Skills

Communication skills

Coaching & mentoring

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Microsoft Office

Public speaking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Handshake

Job description

Austin Peay State University seeks a Career Success Coach to guide students and alumni in their career development, delivering coaching, programming, and employer partnerships. The role spans College of Arts & Letters and College of Education, collaborating with faculty and campus partners to embed career readiness in the student experience.

The position emphasizes hands-on coaching, programming, and active engagement with campus and employer networks to improve outcomes.