University of Washington Hiring for CAREER COACH at Seattle, WA Full Time

As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem solving skills and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world.

UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

The Career & Internship Center at the University of Washington (UW) Seattle Campus assists students from all backgrounds as they explore industries and careers; learn about and develop skills for professional success; secure and reflect upon career-related experiences; articulate their skills and experience to others; and launch post-graduation plans. Our team has a deep appreciation of and respect for a diverse academic environment, inclusive of students, faculty and staff of many social, economic, cultural, ideological, racial and ethnic backgrounds. For more about what our center does and how we do it – including our commitment to inclusion, diversity, equity, and access – visit https://careers.uw.edu/resources/cic-what-how/

The Career Center has an outstanding opportunity for a Career Coach. Our career coaches support students and recent graduates in exploring careers and securing internships and jobs through virtual and in-person 1:1 and group services. Each career coach also produces content for 2 interest communities and 1 identity community.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Direct Service

Help undergraduate students, graduate students, and recent graduates with a wide range of career development topics such as choosing a career path, occupational research, resume/cover letter review, job & internship search strategies, interviewing assistance, and applying to graduate/professional schools

Position requires a minimum of 15 hours of 1:1 student contact per week (both in-person and virtual), though additional coaching hours may be required based on seasonal needs.

Facilitate workshops and webinars, lead small group coaching sessions, teach credit-bearing career courses, moderate panels, present at various orientations, and assist with career fairs and other events.

Resource Creation & Maintenance

Develop curriculum for workshops, webinars, courses, and other events, often in collaboration with academic units and other partners.

Create web content, handouts, videos and other print and digital resources.

For two interest areas and one student identity group: write blog posts, review emails from relevant resources, and curate resources.

Revise resources to ensure they stay relevant and accurate.

Tailor materials to enhance applicability to various groups of students.

Continuous Improvement

Meetings – contribute to staff, team, and committee meetings in the center, as well as meetings with colleagues and collaborative partners across campus

Professional development – attend webinars and other trainings; research trends related to student development, career development, the job market, and assigned communities; seek and implement feedback from others

Staff development – share information about assigned communities with staff; offer ideas and feedback to staff

Other Areas

Administrative – manage complex calendaring system; report on activities and attendance; grade student assignments; respond to emails from students, staff, and a range of other groups

Perform other tasks and work on special projects to support center operations

As a UW employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For a complete description of our benefits for this position, please visit our website, click here.

REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor’s degree and 3 years of experience in having supportive yet challenging conversations with students in a one-to-one setting, and facilitating student learning in group settings (workshops, courses, etc.)

OR

• Master’s degree, preferably in higher education administration, counseling, or related discipline.
• 1 year of experience in having supportive yet challenging conversations with students in a one-to-one setting, and facilitating student learning in group settings (workshops, courses, etc.)

AND

Proficiency with computer applications and online platforms (i.e. MS Office, LinkedIn, Zoom)

Commitment to contributing to an inclusive work environment

Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Career coaching experience, preferably with students in a higher education setting

Experience providing quick advice to different students in brief back-to-back sessions

Quickly build rapport with students and recent graduates, assess needs, read the situation, and adapt approach to provide compassionate yet candid assistance on a wide range of career-related questions

Communicate clearly, concisely, and professionally to diverse audiences – in writing, online environments, one-to-one settings, and group settings

Evaluate and modify services, resources, and messaging to enhance access for students from historically underrepresented communities

Build and maintain collaborative relationships with a range of stakeholders – students, parents, faculty, advisers, administrators, employers, etc.

Give and receive positive and constructive feedback with peers and managers

Plan work effectively, manage projects, follow through to completion, and meet deadlines

Think future-forward, experiment, innovate, assess, and adapt

Create and implement solutions to individual, team, and partnership challenges

Application Process:
The application process for UW positions may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process. These assessments may include Workforce Authorization, Cover Letter and/or others. Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select “Apply to this position”. Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment you will be prompted to do so the next time you access your “My Jobs” page. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your “My Jobs” page to take when you are ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed.

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.

Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.

The University of Washington is a leader in environmental stewardship & sustainability, and committed to becoming climate neutral.

The University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or [email protected].

COVID-19 VACCINATION REQUIREMENT

Governor Inslee’s Proclamation 21-14.2 requires employees of higher education and healthcare institutions to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 unless a medical or religious exemption is approved. Being fully vaccinated means that an individual is at least two weeks past their final dose of an authorized COVID-19 vaccine regimen. As a condition of employment, newly hired employees will be required to provide proof of their COVID-19 vaccination. View the Final candidate guide to COVID-19 vaccination requirement webpage for information about the medical or religious exemption process for final candidates.