• Waterbury, CT
  • $55,000–$65,000 Per Year
14 days ago

Job Description

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Post University seeks a Career Coach to join our team.

Make an impact on students' futures.

Post University is seeking a Career Coach to provide personalized career development support to our diverse student and alumni population, including working adults advancing or changing careers.

In this hands-on role, you'll deliver individual and group coaching, lead career workshops, collaborate with academic partners, and connect students with resources and opportunities that support their career goals.

Salary: $55,000 - $65,000 | Schedule: Monday-Friday (flexibility for evenings/weekends) in person at Post's main campus and downtown Waterbury location.

What You'll Do

  • Provide individual and group career coaching to students and alumni, both in person and virtually, covering career exploration, resumes, interviews, job searches, career transitions, and professional development.
  • Develop career presentations, training, and resources for students, faculty, academic advisors, and other campus partners.
  • Plan, deliver, and promote career workshops, classroom presentations, and events.
  • Coordinate student-facing resources, including the Professional Headshot Booth and Swoop's Career Closet.
  • Connect students with internship and experiential learning opportunities through program promotion and individualized guidance.
  • Maintain accurate records of coaching appointments, career conversations, workshop attendance, and classroom presentations.

What You Bring

  • Bachelor's degree.
  • 2+ years of experience in career coaching, academic advising, human resources or a related field.
  • Experience coaching or advising students or adult learners
  • Strong communication, presentation, and organizational skills.
  • Ability to collaborate with faculty, academic advisors, and campus partners.
  • Familiarity with digital career tools and platforms is preferred.

Why Join Us?

At Post University, you'll help students and alumni navigate career decisions, develop professional skills, and connect with meaningful opportunities while contributing to an innovative and growing Career Development Center.

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As a member of our Post University team, the individual will share in a 135-year tradition of helping people achieve their personal and professional goals. Located in Waterbury, Connecticut, Post University has a vibrant campus and an excellent online program. The University offers a competitive salary and benefits package that includes medical, dental, 401(k) and tuition benefits.

Interested candidates should forward cover letter, resume, and three references to Post University Associate Experience.

Disclaimer: This opportunity may be withdrawn and/or amended.

Post University is an equal opportunity employer.

At Post, we embrace differences. We thrive on diversity. We believe our distinctions make us better educators, leaders, and simply better in every way possible. We gladly comply with all applicable laws. We do not discriminate because of sex, sexual orientation, age, race, color, religious creed, marital status, national origin, ancestry, disability, handicap or other legally protected status.

Post Universitys team members come from various backgrounds, experiences, and expertise. Each perspective helps us collectively evaluate situations from every angle for the best decision-making process available. This is the heart of our culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and collaboration.

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"Post University a great place for great minds to develop their careers, no matter what role you fulfill."

Donna, Post Employee for 25 years

"You really build a strong relationship with each student, and their success becomes your success."

Caitlin, Academic Success Counselor

"The work environment at Post is extremely positive and happy, and you have the opportunity to connect with your employees."

Gina, Post Management

Numbers & Facts

LocationWaterbury, CT
Salary$55,000–$65,000 Per Year

Skills

  • Academic Adviceunmatched
  • Career Counselingunmatched
  • Career Developmentunmatched
  • Coachingunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Continuous Improvementunmatched
  • Diversityunmatched
  • Futuresunmatched
  • Human Resourcesunmatched
  • Organizational Skillsunmatched
  • Promotional Programsunmatched
  • Record Keepingunmatched
  • Team Playerunmatched

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