Assistant Director and Career Coach, Employer Engagement Team – The Career Center

Job Summary

Multi-faceted role with responsibility for individual career coaching, coordinating career development programs and workshops, and coordinating recruiting initiatives, events, and programs that connect students with experiential learning and professional opportunities. Responsible for the mock interview program, supervises student staff, collects and reports engagement data, and contributes to The Career Center's overall mission of empowering career choice and readiness for Illinois students.

Duties & Responsibilities

Direct Service to Students
• Coach students as they explore, prepare for, and pursue the career goals and professional aspirations, including pursuit of internships or other experiential learning opportunities, post-graduation employment, and graduate/professional degrees.
• Develop and deliver student-facing workshops, primarily focused on developing career management skills.
• Engage in outreach activities designed to engage various student populations in career development services and resources.
• Lead and coordinate the Mock Interview Program.

Employer Engagement and Campus Recruiting
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with local, regional, and national employers who recruit Illinois students.
• Assist with campus recruiting events, including the Hire Illini Career and Internship Fair and the Illinois/EIU Education Fair.
• Lead planning and administration of Part-Time Job Fair and related student employment initiatives.
• Organize programs and events for employers/alumni to engage in and connect with students in coordination with other Career Center teams.

Supervision, Administrative and Management
• Recruit, hire, train, and supervise paraprofessional student staff who deliver peer-to-peer services, workshops, and programs.
• Assess, analyze, and report on engagement and impact of services and programs and facilitate continuous improvement.
• Contribute to the design, creation, and maintenance of print and online resources related to employer engagement and professional connections.
• Serve on The Career Center, Student Affairs and/or campus committees, task forces , and work groups.
• Participate in professional development activities and associations, as well as participate in continual training to stay up to date on trends in early talent recruitment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree.
• A total of one (1) year (12 months) in education, training and/or work experience in career development, student programming, or student success initiatives in an academic environment.
• Demonstrated experience creating and facilitating educational programs, workshops, and/or delivering public presentations.
• (Note: Master’s Degree in an area consistent with the duties of the position may be substituted for one (1) year of work experience.)

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in student affairs, education, human resources, counseling, or related field.
• Experience working in a team environment
• Experience in higher education, career coaching/advising, or working with college students.
• Experience developing and maintaining professional relationships.
• Experience planning, implementing, managing, and evaluating educational programs.
• Experience using career services management platforms.
• Knowledge of career/student development theory and practice.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Excellent public speaking, writing, and listening skills with ability to clearly articulate thoughts and ideas.
• Openness, inclusiveness, sensitivity to cultural differences, and the ability to interact with all people, understand individual differences, and relate with a diverse student population.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills with ability to exercise sound reasoning to analyze issues and make data-informed decisions.
• Personal accountability, effective work habits, and ability to handle multiple work priorities.
• Ability to work within a team structure while leveraging the strengths of others to achieve common goals.
• Ability to build and sustain relationships with colleagues and stakeholders

Appointment Information

This is a 100% full-time Civil Service 5002 - Program Coordinator position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after 1/15/2026. Salary is commensurate with experience. The budgeted salary range is $60,500-63,000 per year. Sponsorship for work authorization is not available for this position.

For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the SUCSS web site at https://www.sucss.illinois.gov/pages/classspec/default.aspx.

Application Procedures & Deadline Information

Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on 12/1/25. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. In order to be considered as a transfer candidate, you must apply for this position. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. If required by the position, transcripts or other documentation of credentials are to be provided no later than the first day of employment. For further information about this specific position, please contact James Castree, [email protected]. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.

This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Accommodations may also be requested on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions, or religion. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal, or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing [email protected].

Requisition ID: 1033610
Job Category: Professional and Administrative
Apply at: https://jobs.illinois.edu