University Assistant – Career Coach
Office of Career and Professional Development
Southern Connecticut State University
Position: University Assistant
Department: Office of Career and Professional Development (OCPD)
Category: Part-time, up to 19 hours per week
Application Deadline: Until filled
Department Description
The Office of Career and Professional Development supports Southern Connecticut State University students and recent alumni as they explore career options, gain experience, develop professional skills, and prepare for opportunities after graduation. OCPD provides individual coaching, workshops, career resources, and connections with employers and campus partners. The office uses JOBSs, powered by Symplicity, to manage career appointments, employment opportunities, employer engagement, and recruitment events.
Position Summary
Under the direction of OCPD staff, the University Assistant Career Coach will provide individual career coaching to undergraduate and graduate students and support employer relations through JOBSs/Symplicity. The position will help students identify career goals and take practical next steps while assisting with employer records, job and internship postings, recruitment activities, and system maintenance.
Position Description
- Provide individualized guidance on major and career exploration, internship and job searches, graduate school preparation, professional portfolio development, and professional goals.
- Help students navigate JOBSs/Symplicity to access appointments, employer information, job and internship postings, and recruitment events; connect students with appropriate OCPD colleagues and campus services for additional support.
- Maintain appointment notes and service records in accordance with office procedures.
- Assist with maintaining accurate employer and contact records, including updating information and identifying duplicate or incomplete records.
- Support the review and processing of employer registrations and job and internship postings according to OCPD procedures.
- Assist OCPD staff with Symplicity database, by helping employers navigate account access, posting opportunities, and registering for career fairs and other recruitment events.
- Help connect relevant employment and experiential learning opportunities with student audiences through system tools and staff-approved outreach.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree and experience advising, coaching, mentoring, teaching, or supporting students or job seekers.
- Strong listening, interpersonal, and written communication skills.
- Ability to work with students from a wide range of backgrounds, majors, and career interests.
- Knowledge of resume development, job search strategies, and interview preparation.
- Comfort learning and using online platforms to maintain records, track activities, and support users.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, with the ability to manage coaching responsibilities and administrative tasks.
- Professional customer service skills when communicating with students, employers, and campus partners.
- Sound judgment in handling confidential student and employer information.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating with a team.
Application Instructions
Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and weekly availability to Thierry Thesatus, thesatust1@southernct.edu. Applications will be reviewed until the position is filled.