- Salary
- $25+
- Location
- Penn State University Park, United States of America
- Workplace
- Hybrid
- Type
- Part-time
- Department
- Healthcare
- Source
- Workday
Description
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants.
Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.
JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS
The College of Liberal Arts is seeking to hire a part-time career coach.
Job duties to include:
- Provide individual career coaching on career exploration, resumes, cover letters, interviewing, networking, and internship and job searches.
- Assist with planning and delivering career development workshops, classroom presentations, and events.
- Support Nittany Lion Careers administration, including reviewing, posting, and maintaining job and internship listings.
- Collaborate with CEN staff and campus partners to support student engagement, career readiness, and daily operations.
- Maintain accurate records and assist with reporting and special projects as needed.
Requirements, qualifications, and/or competencies:
- Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Experience in career services, coaching, advising, human resources, recruiting, workforce development, or a related field.
- Strong written, verbal, interpersonal, organizational, and presentation skills.
- Ability to work effectively with diverse student populations, manage multiple priorities, and work independently and collaboratively.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and common digital tools.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree in counseling, human resources, higher education, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
- Experience providing career coaching, advising, or professional development support to college students or recent graduates.
- Familiarity with career management platforms, job boards, employer recruiting systems, or Nittany Lion Careers.
- Experience developing or delivering workshops, presentations, or educational programming.
Compensation:
The starting rate for this job is $25/hr.
BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.
EEO IS THE LAW
Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.