Student Career Specialist (Career Advancement Coordinator) (0096843) Print Apply  Student Career Specialist (Career Advancement Coordinator) (0096843) Salary See Position Description Location UH Hilo, Hilo, HI Job Type Full-Time Permanent Job Number 2026-01973 Department University of Hawai'i at Hilo Division Student Affairs - Financial Aid Opening Date 09/14/2026 Closing Date 9/29/2026 11:59

PM Hawaii Position Number:

0096843

Description Title:

Student Career Specialist (Career Advancement Coordinator)

Position Number:

0096843

Hiring Unit:

Student Affairs, Kipapa I Ke Ala Ka'i (Center for Career Advancement)

Location:

UH at

Hilo Date Posted:

09/14/2026

Closing Date:

09/29/2026

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11-month Position Overview The University of Hawai'i at Hilo (UH Hilo) is a public liberal arts and sciences university on the Island of Hawai'i, known for its unique blend of cultural immersion and research opportunities, leveraging the island's extraordinary geological, biological, and cultural diversity. It is a comprehensive, regional university within the ten-campus University of Hawai'i System, focusing primarily on high-quality baccalaureate and select postgraduate education, including distinctive programs in areas like marine science, geology, astronomy, and Hawaiian language revitalization. The UH Hilo Division of Student Affairs serves as the primary resource for student support, engagement, and development outside of the classroom. This division provides essential programs and services that foster student success, personal growth, and a vibrant campus life. Student Affairs is responsible for critical functions such as advising and counseling services, housing and residential life, student activities and organizations, wellness and health services, career development, and promoting an inclusive and supportive campus environment.

Kipapa I Ke Ala Ka'i:

Center for Career Advancement serves in the preparation of students for professional and personal success. The main focus is on career readiness and development to assist students in connecting their academic journey to career success. The Career Advancement Coordinator serves as a liaison between UH and Community Partners in developing career pathways through opportunities and special projects. Guided by research, best practices, and a commitment to continuous improvement, this position fosters a holistic collegiate experience that supports student resilience, safety, and success from enrollment through graduation. Duties and Responsibilities (

• denotes essential functions):
• Demonstrates a commitment to establishing and expanding partnerships with university faculty, staff, community members, and organizations.
• Oversees program relations and collaborates with identified campus partners and other stakeholders on internship/apprenticeship opportunities and special projects.
• Serves as a liaison between UH Hilo and community partners to develop career pathways through on-campus engagement.
• Supports and guides career exploration and counseling for individual students (and alumni as needed).
• Develops, coordinates, and successfully executes UH Hilo campus career and internship events through the Center for Career Advancement.
• Supports the Director of Career Services with daily operations and the oversight of student staff.
• Provides support for employer inquiries regarding internships and job opportunities for UH Hilo students and alumni.
• Manages the marketing and social media presence, assists with content creation, and ensures the promotion of career services resources.
• Collaborates with Student Employment staff to ensure compliance with federal, state, and university rules and regulations governing the administration of Federal Work-Study and general-funded student employment, which may include other duties as needed to achieve successful outcomes for the program.

Organizes and executes placements for off-campus internships and experiential learning opportunities for students in congruence with UH Hilo policies. Assists in the maintenance, review, and updates required to support databases for external internships and job postings for use by current students and UH Hilo alumni. Manages department webpages in UH Hilo's CMS to university standards. Participates in data collection and the review process for program development, best practices, assessments, and reporting. Receives training and professional development related to duties and responsibilities as defined by the needs of the department. Serves as the campus Bridge to Hope Coordinator per University System directive.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education and Professional Work Experience:

Possession of a baccalaureate degree in Psychology or related field and 2 year(s) of progressively responsible professional experience with responsibilities for campus event coordination, marketing and career advising; or any equivalent combination of education and/or professional work experience which provides the required education, knowledge, skills and abilities as indicated.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Functional knowledge of principles, practices and techniques in the area of experiential learning, university student support programs, demonstrated by knowledge, understanding and ability to apply concepts, terminology. Functional knowledge and understanding of principles, theories, federal and state laws, rules, regulations and systems associated with Student Employment, FERPA, Title IX, Title VII, and UH System AP9.880. Demonstrated ability to recognize problems, identify possible causes and resolve the full range problems that may commonly occur in the area of career development/internships and university student employment. Demonstrated ability to understand oral and written documentation, write reports and procedures, and communicate effectively in a variety of situations. Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external organizations, groups, team members and individuals. Demonstrated ability to operate a personal computer, apply word processing software, and maintain department website CSM, and a variety of social media platforms. Supplemental Minimum Qualifications At least two years of case management experience with effective client outcomes. Ability to collect, analyze, and communicate results of data as it relates to outcomes. Functional ability to administer, analyze, and interpret data for career assessments. Desirable Qualifications Possession of a Master's degree in Counseling Psychology or any career development-related field. Minimum of 3 years of professional experience at a post-secondary educational institution. Experience with UH Content Management Systems or equivalent for website content. Experience with Career Management Systems in a CSM Platform Experience with FOCUS2 career assessment software. Demonstrated experience with video editing software or other graphics programming. Previous or current experience with the Bridge to Hope Program.

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A complete application must include:

1. Cover letter explaining how each minimum and desirable qualification is met 2. Current resume 3. The names and addresses, email addresses and telephone numbers of three [3] current professional references 4. Transcript(s) showing degrees and course work appropriate to the position (copies are acceptable; however, original official transcripts will be required prior to employment. Please do not include any self-identifying photos. Please redact references to Social Security number and birth date on transcript copies. Copy of diplomas will NOT be accepted. Documents issued from an institution outside the United States of America require a course-by-course analysis with an equivalency statement from an agency having membership with the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services, Inc., verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA. Expense of the evaluation shall be borne by the applicant. All requested documents/information become the property of the University. All minimum qualifications must be met by the closing date. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Failure to submit all required documents and reference information shall deem an application to be incomplete.

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Marcy, Martinez, marcyk@hawaii.edu EEO, Clery Act, ADA The University of Hawai'i is an Equal Opportunity Institution and is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in employment, including on the basis of veteran and disability status. For more information, visit: https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/policies/ Employment is contingent on satisfying employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986; reference checks of previous employers; and for certain positions, criminal history record checks. In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, annual campus crime statistics for the University of Hawai'i may be viewed at: https://www.hawaii.edu/titleix/help/campus-security/ , or a paper copy may be obtained upon request from the respective UH Campus Security or Administrative Services Office. In accordance with Article 10 of the unit 08 collective bargaining agreement, bargaining unit members receive priority consideration for APT job vacancies. As a result, external or non BU 08 applicants may not be considered for some APT vacancies. BU 08 members with re-employment rights or priority status are responsible for informing the hiring unit of their status.

Accommodation Request:

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