Career and Professional Development Coordinator
Golden
Friday, 08 May 2026
Signature Second-Year Experience Support the design, launch, and continuous refinement of the Career Catalyst Communities (C 3 s) program in close collaboration with Residence Life. Recruit, build, and facilitate a steering committee of industry partners, alumni, faculty, students, and staff; establish committee structure, lead recurring meetings, and ensure clear communication. Guide the C 3(s) committee in developing and executing annual professional development programs tailored to second-year students and leveraging residential spaces. Collaborate with Residence Life to train, coach, and support RA staff in facilitating career conversations and integrating professional development into the signature second-year residential experience. Lead program evaluation and learning assessment using Ore. Connect and other campus tools; analyze engagement and impact data to inform direction and improvements. Career and Professional Development Programming Develop, coordinate and deliver professional development programming that fosters experiential education and early career exploration such as internship preparation, job shadowing, or informational interviewing. Support efforts to develop and expand Career Center/ VIP professional development programming offerings, including signature events and programs and workshops. Assist in the development of comprehensive, accessible resources aligned with current career readiness and professional development best practices. Support with Pre-Career Days programming and events. Potential for student staff supervision. Career and Professional Development Advising Provide individualized professional development support to undergraduate students, graduate students, and recent alumni by maintaining a schedule of appointment availability, supporting Career Center advising drop-in hours. Note: More support to advising may be necessary in the weeks prior to Career Days each semester. Opportunity to teach career-readiness and other CSM courses. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year institution in a relevant field. Experience supporting postsecondary students or recent graduates with career exploration, professional development, and/or early career preparation. Demonstrated experience designing, coordinating, or delivering programs, workshops, or initiatives for student populations. Proficiency with common office and collaboration technologies, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Co-Pilot. Ability to learn and effectively use campus systems and data management platforms. Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to coordinate multiple initiatives simultaneously and meet deadlines. Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, including group facilitation and presentation. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with students, staff, faculty, alumni, and external partners. Ability to lead group initiatives and contribute effectively as a member of cross-functional teams. Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, including the ability to analyze data and feedback to inform program improvement. Commitment to fostering an inclusive, welcoming, and student-centered environment. Demonstrated commitment to professional growth and continuous learning for self and others. Preferred Qualifications. Master’s degree in a relevant discipline (e.g., Higher Education, Student Affairs, Counseling, Business, Social Sciences, or a related field). Experience collecting, analyzing, and reporting quantitative and qualitative data to assess program outcomes. Experience in career services, employer relations, university recruiting, or professional development programming OR Experience supporting students in residential or co-curricular learning environments. Experience working with STEM, engineering, or technology-focused student populations. Experience leading new or pilot initiatives in an organization. Experience with career management or student engagement platforms (e.g., Handshake, Simplicity, or similar systems). Experience or training in career coaching, advising, or student development practice. Knowledge of or demonstrated ability to apply student development theory in postsecondary settings. Familiarity with NACE Career Readiness Competencies and their application to career and professional development programming. Demonstrated ability to design inclusive programming that meets the needs of all student populations. Salary and Benefits. Annual salary: rate of $58,000 - $62,000