Job Description

Position Title::

Peer Career Coach

Position Number::

AUG - 0820

Full-time or Part-time::

Part Time

Department::

Temporary Pools

Posting Number::

0401900

Job Category::

Student

Hiring Range::

$10.00-$15.00/hour

Overall Position Competency::

TMP

Primary Purpose of the Organization::

Career Services (CS) is looking for motivated, hard-working undergraduate or graduate students to join our team. The Peer Career Coach program is comprised of a group of enthusiastic student leaders
who recognize the value of career services and want to support/serve their fellow peers with the career development process. PCCs are responsible for providing peers with writing resumes, cover letters, and scholarship/graduate school applications; they help students identify resources for career exploration; and assist students with locating information for internships, fellowships, summer, and part-time and fulltime job searches. PCCs assist the professional staff in planning and presenting workshops, coordinating events, and organizing special programs. They also assist with advertising the services and programs of Career Services through campus outreach to students, student groups, and classes. PCCs provide information to peers who may not be aware of career services.

Primary Purpose of the Position::

Major Responsibilities:

Serve as student ambassadors of the Office of Career Services
Provide excellent customer service to all who call, visit, or email Career Services
Actively assist peers with career-related needs including but not limited to:
Rsum and cover letter writing/review
Career exploration
Networking and Outreach Preparation
Job and internship search basics
Use of Career Services online resources and Handshake System Overview
Interview skills and mock interviews
Job Applications
Assist with functions/workshops, special events, and programs of the Office of Career Services
Become experts on using resources of the Office of Career Services (i.e. Handshake, InterviewStream, Career Resource Guide, etc.)
Serve as models of professionalism
Present career workshops to classes, student organizations, residence halls, and clubs and groups
Help create marketing materials including posters, emails, and social media content
Promote events/services via classroom presentations, info tables, and face-to-face marketing
Assist with staffing the reception area during Career Services operating hours (as needed)
Manage multi-line phone system and email correspondence (as needed)
Post jobs and internships on Handshake after approval from CS Staff
Network with Alumni (as needed)
Additional duties and projects as assigned

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements::

Qualifications/Skills Required:
Must be a Full-time Junior or Senior in good academic and judicial standing (exceptional Sophomores will be
considered)
GPA of 3.0/4.0 preferred, remain in good standing, and keep a clear judicial history
Past experiences with or interest in Career Services resources and services a plus
Available to attend weeks of training and ongoing training/weekly meetings
Prior experience in a peer advising role such as a Resident Assistant, Orientation Leader, Student Supplemental Instructor, or Writing Lab Tutor preferred
Knowledge of FSU student organizations and campus resources
Capacity for diplomacy, professionalism, and the ability to handle confidential and sensitive information
Available to work 20 hours/week for a full academic year
Ability to work effectively with diverse populations of students
Great customer service skills and excellent attention to detail
Ability to work well independently and with a team
Creative, collaborative, resourceful, and innovative work attitude
Strong work ethic and willingness to learn
Contribute to Career Services social media platforms
Ability to take initiative and exhibit a high level of reliability
Excellent oral and written communication and organization skills, strong presentation skills
Work in a highly collaborative environment supporting the mission and goals of CS
Be appropriately dressed and maintain a professional and clean working atmosphere

Knowledge skills and abilities::

Preferred Technical Skills:

Knowledge and use of Social Media Platforms
Knowledge of or comfort in learning new online software (i.e. Dropbox, Evernote, Canvas, Ingeniux CMS 9)
Strong skills or Proficiency in Microsoft Office Software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Publisher)
Must be familiar with print and digital formats (native files, JPG, TIFF, PNG, EPS, PDF, etc.)
Experience in digital communications and marketing

Special Instructions to Applicants::

Compensation & Terms 20 hours per week Hourly wage of $10-$15/hour Specific work hours are flexible within the M-F; 8am 5pm workdays, some evenings may be required and will be arranged directly with the employee Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the applicant may be doing some teleworking. The supervisor will clearly define telework expectations with the employee.

Open Until Filled::

Yes

Other Information::

If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.

EEO Statement::

This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable), academic verification and credit history check (if applicable).

Fayetteville State University is committed to equality of educational opportunity and employment and does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity,sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information or veteran status. Moreover, Fayetteville State University values diversity and actively seeks to recruit talented students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds.

Veteran's Statement::

Fayetteville State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings.

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Job Tags

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