Program/Project Consultant
Montgomery County Maryland, Manhattan, KS, United States
About This Role
The College of Health and Human Sciences (HHS) at Kansas State University is looking to hire a
Career Development Coordinator
to join their team. This position will manage the college’s professional mentoring program and coordinate career development opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students. The Career Development Coordinator will be responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with alumni, professionals, and industry partners and will also serve as the HHS liaison for the Career Center. This position reports to the Associate Dean for Student Success.
Responsibilities Specific duties include, but are not limited to:
Collaborate with departmental faculty to design and integrate career development content into key coursework
Partner with the accreditation coordinator to ensure career readiness components align with accreditation standards and outcomes
Engage campus partners and coordinate with the University Career Center to plan and execute career events each semester
Build and maintain a diverse network of professionals representing the full range of academic and professional programs within HHS, in partnership with faculty and college administration
Assist with identifying applied learning opportunities, including internships, practicums, and experiential learning placements, by connecting students with field professionals and community partners
Provide individualized and group advising to support student career exploration, professional development, and goal attainment
Promote career development program through proactive outreach to students, faculty, and campus partners
Collaborate with the HHS academic records team to administer the graduating senior survey and analyze results to inform program improvement
Recruit and match mentors and mentees for the professional mentoring program
Worksite Description This position is on‑site. All employees must reside in the United States when they begin working to comply with state law. K-State is unable to provide remote or hybrid work opportunities for residents of the state of Idaho.
Qualifications Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma (or equivalent)
Seven years of relevant experience in developing and executing career readiness programs, developing and executing events, and/or working with a variety of college students and professional populations
Valid driver's license
Requirements may be met through a combination of work experience and education
Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s degree
Professional post‑baccalaureate work experience
Strong interpersonal skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Excellent organization and management skills
Previous successful work in an academic/university community
Previous experience working with a variety of academic disciplines
Sponsorship eligibility:
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship.
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Career Development Coordinator
to join their team. This position will manage the college’s professional mentoring program and coordinate career development opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students. The Career Development Coordinator will be responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with alumni, professionals, and industry partners and will also serve as the HHS liaison for the Career Center. This position reports to the Associate Dean for Student Success.
Responsibilities Specific duties include, but are not limited to:
Collaborate with departmental faculty to design and integrate career development content into key coursework
Partner with the accreditation coordinator to ensure career readiness components align with accreditation standards and outcomes
Engage campus partners and coordinate with the University Career Center to plan and execute career events each semester
Build and maintain a diverse network of professionals representing the full range of academic and professional programs within HHS, in partnership with faculty and college administration
Assist with identifying applied learning opportunities, including internships, practicums, and experiential learning placements, by connecting students with field professionals and community partners
Provide individualized and group advising to support student career exploration, professional development, and goal attainment
Promote career development program through proactive outreach to students, faculty, and campus partners
Collaborate with the HHS academic records team to administer the graduating senior survey and analyze results to inform program improvement
Recruit and match mentors and mentees for the professional mentoring program
Worksite Description This position is on‑site. All employees must reside in the United States when they begin working to comply with state law. K-State is unable to provide remote or hybrid work opportunities for residents of the state of Idaho.
Qualifications Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma (or equivalent)
Seven years of relevant experience in developing and executing career readiness programs, developing and executing events, and/or working with a variety of college students and professional populations
Valid driver's license
Requirements may be met through a combination of work experience and education
Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s degree
Professional post‑baccalaureate work experience
Strong interpersonal skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Excellent organization and management skills
Previous successful work in an academic/university community
Previous experience working with a variety of academic disciplines
Sponsorship eligibility:
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship.
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