The Position: Assistant Director, Career Coaching & Education Job Summary: The Muhlenberg Career Center partners with students, faculty, staff, employers, and alumni to develop innovative career exploration resources and programs. We help students and alumni prepare for life-long career satisfaction through a variety of one-on-one interactions, digital resources, curricular and co-curricular programs, and intentional partnerships. Through these interactions, students and alumni learn to showcase their skills and experiences, make meaningful connections, articulate the strengths of a liberal arts degree, and seize ownership of their futures. Students at Muhlenberg College have a preference for face-to-face, one-on-one interactions with career center coaches, and the Assistant Director for Career Coaching & Education (CC&E) will be primarily responsible for meeting this student need. Reporting to the Director of Career Coaching and Education, the Assistant Director can expect that 60 percent of their time will be spent engaging with student career coaching appointments and the remaining time will be spent creating and executing educational programs, workshops, and faculty collaborations to elevate career services at Muhlenberg to our students and administration. Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities: Career Counseling/Coaching Assist students in clarifying academic and career goals through individual appointments. Assist students by fostering meaningful alumni and employer connections. Help students in crafting and improving resumes, cover letters, digital profiles, and other career collaterals. Help students prepare for interviews by providing techniques, training, and mock-interview opportunities. Career Education Programming & Workshops Develop relationships with key faculty members and continue to seek opportunities to create and execute integrated learning opportunities. Create and deliver workshops to educate students on resumes, interview techniques, experiential learning opportunities, and other relevant career development needs. Assist the Director of CC&E and the Director of Employer and Alumni Engagement in developing and managing all aspects of the career road trips and other key events. Technology, Reporting & Marketing Create and update career education collaterals, workshops, presentations, and web resources. Keep detailed participation data, and engage with pre and post-testing to measure student learning and engagement. Post events and programs in Handshake, and manage marketing to all students invited to attend events. Additional Responsibilities Serves on College-wide committees as appropriate for the Career Center’s mission and strategic vision. May perform other duties as assigned. Schedule & Benefits: At Muhlenberg, we value your work/life balance and are pleased to offer this full-time, year-round opportunity. This position qualifies for the campus work/life balance policies for flexible schedules and remote work, where feasible as aligned with team practices and competition. Muhlenberg offers a highly competitive benefits package, including but not limited to, generous holidays (including three days off for Thanksgiving and an extended winter break between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day), vacation (22 days per year), sick leave, eight weeks paid parental leave, Life Sports Center membership, tuition opportunities at the undergraduate and graduate level, medical, dental and vision coverage, flexible spending plans, short-and long-term disability, life insurance, and retirement. Waiting periods may apply. In addition, as a 501(c)(3) non-profit institution, Muhlenberg is a qualifying employer under the federal government’s Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. The College & Surrounding Area: Founded in 1848, Muhlenberg College is a private, residential, liberal arts college offering baccalaureate and graduate programs. At Muhlenberg, we are committed to a campus community that ensures students, faculty, and staff of all backgrounds feel welcome, respected, valued and included. The College provides an intensely challenging, supportive environment centered around a rigorous academic curriculum designed to prepare students for lives of leadership and meaning in a dynamic, global society. The academic program is amplified by a range of innovative programming: comprehensive and intentional residence-life programming, expansive experiential learning requirements, and an innovative coaching program designed to maximize every student’s performance and potential. Part of eastern Pennsylvania’s scenic Lehigh Valley, Allentown is a diverse city of 125,000, Pennsylvania’s third-largest, located just 60 miles north of Philadelphia and 90 miles west of New York City. The Lehigh Valley, which also includes neighboring cities Bethlehem and Easton, is one of the fastest growing regions in the state and the Northeast, leading Pennsylvania in population growth for people aged 18–34. Home to a vibrant arts scene, extensive parks and recreational opportunities, a rich blend of diverse cuisine, and so much more, visit Life in the Lehigh Valley | Muhlenberg College and check out Allentown here. Qualifications: While no one person may possess all the qualifications listed below, the ideal candidate will have many of the following professional experiences and characteristics: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution required; Master’s degree in counseling, higher education, or a related discipline a plus. Demonstrated success in working with diverse teams. A Student-Centered philosophy, and ability to understand the challenges and goals of a diverse group of undergraduate students. Excellent written/oral communication and relationship-building skills. Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office/Google Workspace. Ability to work independently and also as a collaborative member of the Career Services team. Experience in student engagement, especially with regard to career development planning and strategies preferred. Familiarity with liberal arts education, and the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) career readiness competencies desired. Demonstrated commitment to fostering an inclusive academic and professional environment where all members of our campus community are respected, valued, can succeed, and thrive. Successful completion of standard background checks, including but not limited to education verification, criminal background checks, and child abuse clearance required. To apply, upload your complete application package as a single PDF document. A complete application package includes: 1) cover letter; 2) resume; 3) a separate statement speaking to how your professional experience will contribute to a more inclusive community at Muhlenberg; and 4) names/contact information for three professional references. Application review will continue until the position is filled. To initiate your application, use the APPLY button. ___________________________________________________________________________ An Equal Opportunity Employer, Muhlenberg College is committed to valuing and enhancing diversity and encourages applications from individuals who can contribute to the diversity of our community. 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