- Code
- 5443
- PCLS
- N3021
- Pay Grade
- 124
- Exempt
- Yes
- ORP
- No
- EEO Code
- 3
- Title
- Career Counselor and Development Coach
- Description
The ÂÂÂÂÂCareer Counselor & Development Coach provides career advisement and professional career counseling to current MSU students through all steps of the career development process; administering and interpreting career interest and personality assessments, helping guide students’ major and career decision-making, and coaching students on job search and professional school preparation and strategy. The ÂÂÂÂÂCareer Counselor & Development Coach also designs, prepares, and delivers engaging presentations on topics related to career development and job search. The ÂÂÂÂÂCareer Counselor & Development Coach develops, enriches, and maintains relationships with campus partners and coordinates special projects as assigned. Reports to the Director of the Career Management Center.
- Examples
Advise students regarding their interests, values, skills, talents, and qualifications related to career decision-making, career development, career readiness, professional school preparation, industry research, preparing, and conducting an effective job search. Design and deliver in-person and online career-development workshops and webinars. Manage online career preparation resources. Administer and interpret career assessment instruments. Serve as a liaison with faculty, staff and administrators seeking career-related information for students and alumni. Assist with Career Management Center special events such as job fairs, employer development and recruiting workshops, etc. Review career development programs and activities to ensure learning outcomes are being met. Prepare reports to support departmental assessment efforts. Stay current with career development and attainment websites, programs and resources. Leverage data to inform and assess career education activities and track data and outcomes in relevant databases and platforms. Develop and market resources available to students in the Career Management Center. Conduct research on modern trends in career development and workplace readiness, and apply knowledge of learning strategies and techniques to help create appropriate, cutting edge career advisement and development programs and content. Supervise student staff as needed. Other duties as assigned by the Director.
- Physical Condition
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- Experience
Required:
Prior experience in career counseling or advising, including the utilization of career and counseling assessment tools or platforms. Prior experience delivering training sessions, workshops, or classroom presentations. Prior experience and training administering and interpreting career-development assessments with young adults. Experience in preparing and delivering presentations on career-related and job search topics in-person and virtually using electronic resources such as Zoom or Microsoft Teams. Experience in common computer software applications including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point), Internet browsers (Chrome, Edge, Safari), email and calendar (Outlook) and file sharing (Google Drive, OneDrive, Dropbox)
Preferred:
Prior experience working with and supporting college-age learners. Prior experience collaborating with employees, departments, or organizations. Prior experience development new programs or services. Prior experience in higher education.
- Knowledge
Knowledge of career development, career counseling, job search strategies, job market trends, employer relations, contemporary recruitment methodologies, and global trends in career services. Strong individual and group career counseling skills with the ability to administer and interpret career assessments, design individualized interventions and success plans, and foster student growth, resilience, and confidence in career decision-making.
- Education
Master's degree in Counseling, Psychology, Higher Education, Student Affairs, Social Work, or a related field preferred. A Bachelor’s degree with at least 2-3 years of related professional experience can substitute for a Master’s degree. College coursework and training in career assessment and counseling is preferred. Certification to administer and interpret career and related-counseling self-assessment instruments or willingness to obtain.
- Additional Requirements
Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills with the ability to collaborate across campus and community stakeholders; skilled in organizing and supporting student staff, utilizing career development technologies, and serving as an effective liaison through outreach and resource promotion. Ability to provide individually-informed guidance that supports different student backgrounds and experiences in establishing and pursuing academic, career, and professional goals. Must possess and demonstrate strong verbal communication skills, listening skills, written communication, skills, and empathy. Must possess excellent customer service, time management, and relationship building skills. Some evening and weekend attendance is required.
- Standard Requirements
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Requires the ability to maintain positive working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and the community. Must adhere to University’s core values: People-Centered, Community, Integrity, Visionary, and Connections, per the MSU Texas Values Journey. Personal cell phone usage may be required to complete position duties, including multi-function authentication requirements. Regular reliable attendance is required.
This position is designated as security sensitive (Mod) and requires a criminal background check. Position is designated as a Responsible Employee as outlined by Title IX. May serve as Campus Security Authority as outlined by the Clery Act.
Last Updated 12-01-2025