Job Summary/Basic Function:

This Career Coach position for the College of Business and Economics (COBE) is primarily responsible for empowering students and alumni through comprehensive career development support, including one-on-one coaching, professional document review, mock interviews, and workshop delivery. A significant portion of the role also involves program development, assisting with the planning, marketing, and implementation of recruiting events, creating engaging materials, and staying updated on industry trends. This role is a 9.5-month position, active while school is in session (August - May).

The purpose of the job:
(1) Empower COBE students and alumni with comprehensive career development support, assisting them in self-assessment, career exploration, professional document creation (resume, cover letter, LinkedIn), job search strategies, and successful workforce transitions.

(2) Support career-related events and assist with student engagement and participation.

(3) Contribute to the expansion of COBE Career Services, collaborate with staff and other stakeholders; brainstorm ways to build a distinctive Career Services.

Level Scope:

Entry-level professional with limited or no prior experience to contribute on a project or work team. Incumbent learns to use professional concepts to resolve problems of limited scope and complexity under close supervision while achieving day-to-day objectives. Works on developmental assignments that are initially routine in nature, requiring limited judgment and decision making. This level is typically focused on self development. Requires theoretical knowledge through specific education and training.

Essential Functions:

Career Coaching (70%):

• Coach students effectively across various modalities, including in-person, virtual (Zoom), and asynchronous video recordings.
• Meet one on one with students to determine academic and career goals.
• Review student resumes, cover letters, and LinkedIn profiles; advise on strategies to enhance these documents according to most current trends.
• Conduct mock interviews; give productive and encouraging feedback on interview performance.
• Present career resources to large audiences as well as lead professional development workshops.
• Advise on graduate school applications and personal statements.
• Utilize and maintain career management systems (e.g., Handshake).
• Prepare reports on students and activities as required.

Program Development (30%):

• Support logistics, planning, marketing, and implementation of recruiting events, professional development events, and workshops.
• Create and manage engaging marketing materials for career services and events.
• Assists with identifying new opportunities and successfully implementing them.
• Collaborate closely with Assistant Director to determine appropriate career-based assignments.
• Develop and maintain resources (e.g., resume and interview guides).
• Stay up-to-date with trends and recruiting practices in business sectors (finance, management, business analytics, marketing, accounting, etc.), employer timelines, expectations, and technical assessment formats. Collaborate with internal departments (e.g., University Career Services, alumni relations) to integrate career development.
• Ensure programs and resources offered by Career Services are aligned with our mission and reflect priorities.
• Perform other duties as assigned. 

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Strong customer service skills
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Decisiveness and good judgment to address project matters
• Organization and time management skills, manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously
• Ability to keep up relevant career trends through continued research and education
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with team members

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant professional experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1+ years of experience in a student-facing role in an advising, coaching, or support capacity. Preferably within a university
• Proficiency with Google Suite
• 1+ years of experience working in University Career Services
• Master’s degree in Business, Education, Human Resources/related fields
• Experience with Handshake, Peoplesoft, and automated scheduling tools

Salary and Benefits:

Salary is up to $47,008.00 annually and is commensurate with experience. Boise State University provides a best-in-class benefits package, including (but not limited to):

• 12 paid holidays AND the University is closed between Christmas and New Year's (requires use of 3 vacation days)
• Between 12-24 annual paid vacation days for full-time Professional and Classified staff depending on position type and years of service
• 10.76% University contribution to your ORP retirement fund (Professional and Faculty employees)
• 11.96% University contribution to your PERSI retirement fund (Classified employees)
• Excellent medical, dental and other health-related insurance coverages
• Tuition fee waiver benefits for employees, spouses and their dependents
• See our full benefits page for more information!

Required Application Materials:

Resume and Cover Letter

About Us:

Nestled along the Boise River and steps from the state capitol, Boise State University fosters a vibrant and welcoming academic environment that fuels student and employee success. We’re a trailblazing institution, nationally recognized for our innovative spirit and commitment to positive impact on Idaho and beyond.

Boise State is proud to be recognized by Forbes as the only Idaho employer listed in the top 100 of all national midsize and large employers. We’re building a thriving community of faculty and staff whose unique skills, experiences, and perspectives come together to create a rich and rewarding academic experience. Applications from all backgrounds are welcomed.

Learn more about Boise State and living in Idaho’s Treasure Valley at https://www.boisestate.edu/about/