Senior Career Coach Position Available In Penobscot, Maine

Senior Career Coach
Husson University
in Bangor, ME

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Full-Time

Posted:

05/23/2025

Category:

Career Development and Services Job Type Full-Time
Job Number 00685
Division Staff
Closing Date Continuous
Opening Date 05/22/2025
Academic Year Career Services (3311)
Location Bangor, ME
Department Career Services (3311) Description Reporting to the Dean of Student Success, the Senior Career Coach serves as a valued member of the Career Services team in partnership with the Career Coach assigned to the College of Business (COB) and the New England School of Communications (NESCOM). Providing day-to-day supervision of the Career Services staff, the Senior Career Coach works to develop and execute the vision of the Dean of Student Success and campus partners for the career services department.
The role involves partnering with faculty, staff, and other university stakeholders to prepare students for professional careers in a variety of fields as well as effectively coordinating with employers and local businesses to support the development of internships and other applied learning experiences. The Senior Career Coach will utilize leadership, advocacy, and collaboration to promote academic and professional success for students. Examples of Duties
Have primary responsibility for providing career and professional development for all students in COB and NESCOM, in partnership with faculty and staff.
Work directly with students from COB and NESCOM to discuss and explore academic and career goals.
Assist students in applying for internships, externships and other work-based learning opportunities.
Plan and implement career exploration opportunities, including job site visits, career fairs, alumni visits, and career cafe events.
Collaborate with faculty and other campus constituents to identify student needs and areas of opportunity to enhance the professionalization of our students.
Connect students with industry representatives for job shadowing and mentoring opportunities.
Help students understand and leverage their transferable skills for workplace success either one-on-one or in small group settings.
Work with the Alumni & Advancement team at Husson University to maintain strong connections with the external Husson Community by offering career services, collaborative partnerships, and designing internships for future students.
Work with economic developers, businesses, associations, and government agencies to build connections to local industries, enhancing employment opportunities and internships.
Coordinate with the Dean of Student success to support the development of the department’s strategic vision, and to assess progress, identify opportunities, and promote continuous learning in an evolving workplace.
Maintain accurate and complete records of participant interactions, events, and assignments.
Provide career focused workshops and classroom visits tailored to meet the needs of the college and departments.
Stay current on best practices and trends in career development, student development and higher education.
Supervise and provide training and support to the Career Services team including the Career Coach, Graduate Student workers and Work-Study Students.
Perform additional duties as assigned by the Center for Student Success.
Typical Qualifications This role requires a blend of career coaching, advising, relationship building, and stakeholder engagement to support students’ transition from education to employment. The ideal candidate will possess strong interpersonal skills, the ability to work collaboratively, and showcase a commitment to student success.

Required Level:

The candidate should possess a Bachelor’s degree, preferably in a field related to the College of Business or New England School of Communications, and at least one year experience working with young professionals. The candidate should be familiar with best practices in career services and the NACE career competencies. At least one year of experience managing a team.

Preferred Level:

Three or more years of progressively responsible experience in career development, advising/coaching, or teaching in a Higher Educational context OR three or more years of experience in recruiting for a field related to COB or NESCOM; a demonstrated history of establishing positive relationships with young professionals; Master’s Degree in a related field.

PREFERRED SKILLS

Active Listening:

Ability to attend to, convey, and understand others’ comments and questions.

Assertiveness:

Confidence to facilitate work completion or defend a position.

Oral Communication:

Effective verbal communication skills.

Empathy:

Sensitivity to others’ feelings.

Presentation Skills:

Ability to present information effectively in public.

Tact:

Consideration for and maintenance of good relations with others.

Decision Making:

Ability to make critical decisions following established procedures.

Team Building:

Ability to motivate and convince a group to work toward a common goal.
Supplemental Information

HUSSON UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

•Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.•#NT Benefits We offer a comprehensive benefits package. Visit our website at Husson University for a complete list of benefits. Address 1 College Circle
Bangor, Maine, 04401 Bangor, ME, 04401 Website http://www.husson.edu

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