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CAREER SERVICES COORDINATOR
University of Michigan - Ann Arbor, United States
4 days ago
Location:
Ann Arbor, MICHIGAN
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Posted:
17-Jun-26
Location:
Ann Arbor, Michigan
Categories:
Staff/Administrative
Internal Number:
278944
A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.
The Department of Mathematics, College of Literature, Science and the Arts, is seeking an experienced professional to work as part of a team in the department's student services area, focusing on student professional services for our undergraduate and graduate students. Specifically, we seek an individual who will work with the program directors to provide employment opportunities for our students and to provide overall professional services. The person in this position represents the school and its mission to many audiences and must perform responsibly and professionally and exercise excellent judgment in dealing with the many internal and external constituencies. More information on our programs can be found here:
lsa.umich/math
10% - Program Vision & Guidance
Provide strategic vision and guidance to faculty administration regarding career outcomes, student professional development,and placement success for the following programs:
Applied & Interdisciplinary Mathematics PhD & MS
Mathematics PhD & MS
Actuarial Mathematics
MS & AMDP
Quantitative Finance & Risk Management
MS & AMDP
Mathematics Undergraduate Majors
20% - Employer Relations and Professional Networking
Build professional network connections by nurturing strategic relationships with organizations that hire mathematics graduates for jobs in industry
Provide networking resources and advice to mathematics students searching for higher education or job opportunities in academia
Be the outward face of the Mathematics programs for employer and corporate relationships
Broker employment, internship, and training arrangements
Oversee the establishment of new job recruiting pipelines that lead directly to employment opportunities for students.
Form relationships/connections with our graduate and undergraduate program alumni; bring in alumni for department-hosted career events for our current students
50 % - Student Career Advising and Professional Development
Coordinate, monitor, and manage all aspects of the student experience with career services
Advise students on job and internship search process
Develop and deliver workshops and programs on professional skills development and career readiness for current students
Work with students on resume writing, interviewing techniques, and skills, and support international students in navigating US hiring practices
20% - Career Placement
Track, analyze, and report career outcomes and placement data to support departmental planning
Coordinate departmental career fair and employer recruiting events
Partner with the University Career Center and other colleges/ departments to provide career resources and opportunities
Bachelor's degree or equivalent and at least three years of related experience in academic and/or career advising and job placement
Demonstrated experience and skills in multitasking, initiative in creative problem-solving, and adaptability
Proven ability to network and form productive professional relationships
Demonstrated strong communication skills, including verbal, written, and listening skills
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to relate well to others
Desire to work in an office that places a high value on quality customer service, team orientation, and intentional planning
Ability to achieve results while contributing to the larger team
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as a critical member of the team
Demonstrated ability to work with diverse populations
Proven ability to handle detailed and confidential information in an accurate and timely manner
Professional demeanor and presentation required
Demonstrated ability to plan strategically
Event and program planning experience
Master's degree in related field
Experience using career services platforms, CRM systems, and career outcome analytics tools (e.g.,Handshake, Symplicity, 12twenty, Salesforce, etc.)
Knowledge of and experience working in a career services office
Knowledge of norms, trends, and stakeholders in mathematics, both in academics and industry
Extensive experience working with international students
Knowledge and experience in career advising
Knowledge of and experience working with employers and recruiting services and systems
Experience of data-informed decision making, employer engagement strategy, alumni relations, workforce trends for STEM fields
Knowledge of and experience with web-based surveys
Knowledge of and experience using various online marketing tools such as Constant Contact
Knowledge of University of Michigan policies
As one of the world's great liberal arts and sciences colleges, LSA pushes the boundaries of what is understood about the human experience and the natural world, and we foster the next generation of rigorous and empathetic thinkers, creators, and contributors to the state of Michigan, the nation, and the world.
To learn more about LSA's Mission, Vision and Values, please visit lsa.umich/strategicvision .
This position is included in the bargaining unit represented by the University Staff United (USU), which represents bargaining unit members in all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.
The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. ground checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
The mission of the University of Michigan is to serve the people of Michigan and the world through preeminence in creating, communicating, preserving and ing knowledge, art, and academic values, and in developing leaders and citizens who will challenge the present and enrich the future.
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.
The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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About University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
A great university is made so by its faculty and staff, and Michigan is recognized as one of the best universities to work for in the country. The Michigan culture is known for engaging faculty and staff in all facets of the university to create a workplace that is vibrant and stimulating.
For two consecutive years, the Chronicle of Higher Education has placed U-M in its "Great Colleges to Work For" survey. In particular, the university earns high marks for strong relations between faculty and administrators, a collaborative system of governance, strong pay and benefits, and a healthy work/life balance.
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