Careers Program Coordinator

Careers Program Coordinator UC San Diego - 4.2 San Diego, CA Job Details $64,000 - $70,000 a year 4 hours ago Qualifications Job search strategy coaching Monitoring employment counseling client progress Program design Teaching workforce readiness Interview coaching Student mentoring Intake Client rapport building Job search strategies for students Job placement assistance Employment counseling Working with students from diverse cultural backgrounds Working with students Workforce development advising (career advising) Job search strategy workshop facilitation Specialization in career development instruction Educational program planning Online instruction Remote training Technical Proficiency Student counseling support

Full Job Description Hybrid Payroll Title:

CAREER SVC SPEC 2 SV

Department:

SCH. OF GLOBAL POLICY&STRATEGY

Hiring Pay Scale $64,000 - $70,000/year

Worksite:

Hybrid Appointment Type:

Career Appointment Percent:

100%

Union:

SV Contract Total Openings:

1

Work Schedule:

Days, 8 hrs/day, Mon-Fri #140104

Careers Program Coordinator Filing Deadline:

Mon 6/29/2026 UC San Diego values and welcomes people from all backgrounds. If you are interested in being part of our team, possess the needed licensure and certifications, and feel that you have most of the qualifications and/or transferable skills for a job opening, we strongly encourage you to apply. UCSD Layoff from

Career Appointment :

Apply by 6/18/26 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.

Reassignment Applicants :

Eligible Reassignment clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.

DESCRIPTION

The UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy (GPS) is an interdisciplinary, discovery-driven graduate school focusing on international affairs and public policy. We offer an original and rigorous approach to policy, as our goal is to create global policy solutions that matter. At GPS, students learn from world-class professors while surrounded by a diverse body of students from all over the world. And our San Diego location gives us the freedom to seek progress untethered from tradition and lean into the power of the Pacific Coast as a hub of innovation, diversity, and proactive problem-solving. GPS instructs a diverse student body of domestic and international students in the MPP, MCEPA, MIA, and MAS-IA degree programs, a joint Ph.D. with the Department of Political Science, and executive education programs. GPS also administers the International Studies Program, offering a rigorous curriculum for students interested in international affairs with nine B.A. degree options, three combined BA/MIA and BA/MPP programs, and a minor program. GPS is also the parent organization to major research centers: 21st Century China Center, 21st Century India Center, Big Pixel Initiative, Center for Commerce and Diplomacy, Cowhey Center on Global Transformation, Center for U.S.-Mexican Studies, Fudan-UC Center on Contemporary China, Japan Forum for Innovation and Technology, Korea-Pacific Program, Policy Design and Evaluation Lab, SDG Policy Initiative, Wavemaker Lab, and the campus-wide Deep Decarbonization Initiative and the UC Institute on Global Conflict and Cooperation. The Career Services Specialist supports the planning, development, and implementation of student-centered career programming, advising, and employer engagement activities focused on graduate student career development. Working with students, alumni, employers, recruiters, and campus partners, this position applies career services concepts, policies, and procedures to support programs of moderate scope and complexity, including career readiness workshops, employer information sessions, industry panels, mentoring opportunities, recruiting activities, and other student career development offerings. The Specialist advises students and alumni on career exploration, internship and job search strategies, professional communication, interviewing, networking, and goal setting, while helping them identify interests, values, skills, and potential barriers to career success. The position also supports outreach, communication, participation tracking, and the use of career services technology platforms to increase student engagement with career resources and opportunities. Please submit a cover letter along with a resume for consideration.

QUALIFICATIONS

Experience developing rapport with clients, tracking client progress from initial intake through job acceptance. Experience in a goal-oriented career counseling environment; experience in monitoring client progress, reaching out to clients to promote job search progress, and to express support and encouragement. Ability to guide students through the career lifecycle by synthesizing professional interests and market trends into actionable career plans. Skilled in researching and interpreting global and local employment data to develop tailored job-search strategies and promote diverse placement techniques. Knowledge of career development theories, adult development theory, counseling processes, career coaching techniques, career decision making, learning styles, and job search techniques. Knowledge of UC programs, career services, recruiting and staffing methods, and employment trends. Ability to facilitate engaging career development presentations for diverse audiences in various formats (in-person, virtual, and recorded). Skilled in real-time information synthesis to address inquiries in both group and individual settings, ensuring alignment with department policies and career counseling theories. Proven proficiency in adapting presentation styles and technical tools for effective delivery across multiple modalities, including in-person, large-group, and digital/virtual platforms. Ability to design, implement, and facilitate career development programs and workshops (e.g., resumes, interviewing, job search) for diverse audiences. Ability to establish and maintain productive professional relationships with diverse stakeholders, including students, faculty, and corporate representatives. Skilled in navigating interpersonal dynamics, exercising professional judgment to ensure a demeanor that aligns with institutional standards. Ability to use computer systems and applications, presentation skills, verbal communication, written communication, and organization skills. Ability to work with people from diverse cultures. Ability to adapt advising strategies and communication styles to meet the specific career development needs of diverse populations (including international students and multicultural groups), resulting in tailored career plans or successful job-search outcomes.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

Job offer is contingent upon satisfactory clearance based on Background Check results.

Pay Transparency Act Annual Full Pay Range:

Unclassified - No data available (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent:

Unclassified - No data available Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable). If employed by the University of California, you will be required to comply with our Policy on Vaccination Programs, which may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements. To foster the best possible working and learning environment, UC San Diego strives to cultivate a rich and diverse environment, inclusive and supportive of all students, faculty, staff and visitors. For more information, please visit UC San Diego Principles of Community. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law. For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination UC San Diego is a smoke and tobacco free environment. Please visit smokefree.ucsd.edu for more information.

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement:

As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts an offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of substantiated misconduct with a previous employer. a. "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies governing employee conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, or discrimination, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC's policies addressing some forms of misconduct: UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy UC Anti-Discrimination Policy Abusive Conduct in the Workplace Job Details Date Posted 06/15/2026