North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University
Career Coach
🇺🇸 Greensboro, NC
🕑 Full-Time
💰 TBD
💻 Other
🗓️ December 9th, 2025
Edtech.com's Summary
North Carolina A&T State University is hiring a Career Coach. The Career Coach advises undergraduate and graduate students to enhance their career potential and readiness, serving as a liaison with assigned colleges or schools to integrate career development. The role provides individualized and group advising, delivers presentations and workshops, manages career programs, and collaborates on data collection and strategic planning to support student success and professional growth.
Highlights
- Advise students on career exploration, self-assessment, internships, and employment preparation including résumé development, interviewing, and job search strategies.
- Collaborate with faculty and staff to incorporate career readiness into the student experience.
- Conduct presentations and workshops on career readiness, professional development, and experiential learning.
- Create, manage, and implement programs like Resume Drive and Mock Interview Event.
- Assist in managing student career training programs, including the Peer Career Coaches Program.
- Contribute to data collection, program assessment, and strategic planning with the Leadership Team.
- Proficiency with Career Management Systems such as Handshake and technology adoption in career services.
- Requirements include a Master’s degree in Human Resources, Higher Education, Counseling, Business or related field with 1 year of relevant experience, or a Bachelor’s degree with 3 years of experience.
- Strong interpersonal, presentation, marketing, communication skills, and ability to work independently.
- Permanent full-time exempt position with salary commensurate with education and experience, offering standard employee benefits including health plans, retirement system, and paid holidays.
Career Coach Full Description
Career Coach
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity.
Employee Benefits available to NC A & T permanent employees include the following and more:;
- Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees
- Community Service Leave
- Aetna – State Health Benefits of North Carolina
- NCFlex - Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more
- 12 Paid Holidays
- Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS)
- Optional Supplemental Plans - 401k, 403b, 457b and 457
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Campus Recreation Center Discount
- University Bookstore Discount
Posting Details
Classification Information
Classification Type | EHRA
Position Overview
Primary Purpose of Position | The Career Coach supports the mission of the Office of Career Services by advising undergraduate and graduate students to maximize their career potential and readiness for experiential learning and post-graduation opportunities.
This position serves as the primary liaison to an assigned college or school, collaborating with faculty and staff to integrate career development and career readiness into the student experience.
The Career Coach provides individualized and group advising on career exploration, self-assessment, internships, and employment preparation, including résumé development, interviewing, and job search strategies. The position also conducts engaging presentations and workshops to support career readiness, professional development, and experiential learning. In addition, this role creates, manages, and implements programs (i.e. Resume Drive, Mock Interview Event) that enhance student success and professional growth.
The Career Coach also assists with managing student career training programs and initiatives, including the Peer Career Coaches Program, while contributing to data collection, program assessment, and strategic planning in collaboration with the Leadership Team. Through innovative programming, employer engagement, and personalized coaching, the Career Coach helps students connect academic learning with real-world experiences to achieve their career goals and long-term success.
Primary Function of Organizational Unit | The mission of the Office of Career Services (OCS) is to provide centralized, comprehensive, and progressive interdisciplinary programs, services, and resources to prepare A&T undergraduates, graduate students, and alumni for the achievement of personal, professional, and career development that meets the needs of a global society.Career Services is customer focused and centralizes the functions of full-time employment, summer internships, cooperative education, part-time employment, post-graduation employment, and career counseling. The centralized, comprehensive, and progressive programs, services, and resources provided by the Office are tailored to be a gateway for the enhancement of the skills necessary to keep the A&T Aggie competitive in the workplace.
Minimum Requirements
• Master’s degree in Human Resources, Higher Education, Counseling, Business, or a closely related field and 1 year of experience in career services, counseling, recruiting, HR, or higher education; or a Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Higher Education, Counseling, Business, or a closely related field and 3 years of experience in career services.
• Ability to work with individuals, groups, and teams.
• Must be proficient with technology (Career Management Systems, i.e., Handshake) and interested in identifying and adopting technological advances in the field.
• Ability to prepare and deliver presentations.
• Well-developed interpersonal marketing and communications skills.
• Must be able to make decisions and work independently.
• High energy with an open, friendly personable attitude.
• Ability to see the big picture.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Experience developing and presenting workshops, educational, or training events.
Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education | Master’s degree preferred.
Experience with Career Management Systems, i.e., Handshake) and career assessments.
Required License or Certification |
Is this position eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. | On-site (Employees are primarily in the office and/or have a critical job requirement that requires dedicated office space on-site)
This position serves as the primary liaison to an assigned college or school, collaborating with faculty and staff to integrate career development and career readiness into the student experience.
The Career Coach provides individualized and group advising on career exploration, self-assessment, internships, and employment preparation, including résumé development, interviewing, and job search strategies. The position also conducts engaging presentations and workshops to support career readiness, professional development, and experiential learning. In addition, this role creates, manages, and implements programs (i.e. Resume Drive, Mock Interview Event) that enhance student success and professional growth.
The Career Coach also assists with managing student career training programs and initiatives, including the Peer Career Coaches Program, while contributing to data collection, program assessment, and strategic planning in collaboration with the Leadership Team. Through innovative programming, employer engagement, and personalized coaching, the Career Coach helps students connect academic learning with real-world experiences to achieve their career goals and long-term success.
Primary Function of Organizational Unit | The mission of the Office of Career Services (OCS) is to provide centralized, comprehensive, and progressive interdisciplinary programs, services, and resources to prepare A&T undergraduates, graduate students, and alumni for the achievement of personal, professional, and career development that meets the needs of a global society.Career Services is customer focused and centralizes the functions of full-time employment, summer internships, cooperative education, part-time employment, post-graduation employment, and career counseling. The centralized, comprehensive, and progressive programs, services, and resources provided by the Office are tailored to be a gateway for the enhancement of the skills necessary to keep the A&T Aggie competitive in the workplace.
Minimum Requirements
• Master’s degree in Human Resources, Higher Education, Counseling, Business, or a closely related field and 1 year of experience in career services, counseling, recruiting, HR, or higher education; or a Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Higher Education, Counseling, Business, or a closely related field and 3 years of experience in career services.
• Ability to work with individuals, groups, and teams.
• Must be proficient with technology (Career Management Systems, i.e., Handshake) and interested in identifying and adopting technological advances in the field.
• Ability to prepare and deliver presentations.
• Well-developed interpersonal marketing and communications skills.
• Must be able to make decisions and work independently.
• High energy with an open, friendly personable attitude.
• Ability to see the big picture.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Experience developing and presenting workshops, educational, or training events.
Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education | Master’s degree preferred.
Experience with Career Management Systems, i.e., Handshake) and career assessments.
Required License or Certification |
Is this position eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. | On-site (Employees are primarily in the office and/or have a critical job requirement that requires dedicated office space on-site)
Position Information
Working Title | Career Coach
Position Number | 007427
Recruitment Salary Range | Commensurate with education and experience
FLSA | Exempt
Appointment Type | Permanent - Full-time
Tenure Track | No
FTE | 40 hours/week, 12 months
If Time Limited, Appointment Length |
Organizational Division | Career Services
Organizational Location | VP for Engagement and Outreach
Organizational Unit | Career Development
Position Number | 007427
Recruitment Salary Range | Commensurate with education and experience
FLSA | Exempt
Appointment Type | Permanent - Full-time
Tenure Track | No
FTE | 40 hours/week, 12 months
If Time Limited, Appointment Length |
Organizational Division | Career Services
Organizational Location | VP for Engagement and Outreach
Organizational Unit | Career Development
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number | EPA2900
Open Date | 12/05/2025
Close Date - for postings that do not use Open Until Filled | 12/19/2025
Open Until Filled | No
Open Until Filled Minimum Application Period Postings: Positions remaining posted after this date are continuing to accept applications, but may close at any time. Applications received by this date will receive full consideration, applications received after this date may receive consideration depending upon the status of the search | 12/19/2025
Date Position Available | January 5, 2025
Special Instructions to Applicant | You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity.
Employee Benefits available to NC A & T permanent employees include the following and more:;
Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees Community Service Leave Aetna – State Health Benefits of North Carolina NCFlex – Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more 12 Paid Holidays Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS) Optional Supplemental Plans – 401k, 403b, 457b and 457 Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Campus Recreation Center Discount University Bookstore Discount
Quick Link | https://jobs.ncat.edu/postings/38988
Open Date | 12/05/2025
Close Date - for postings that do not use Open Until Filled | 12/19/2025
Open Until Filled | No
Open Until Filled Minimum Application Period Postings: Positions remaining posted after this date are continuing to accept applications, but may close at any time. Applications received by this date will receive full consideration, applications received after this date may receive consideration depending upon the status of the search | 12/19/2025
Date Position Available | January 5, 2025
Special Instructions to Applicant | You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity.
Employee Benefits available to NC A & T permanent employees include the following and more:;
Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees Community Service Leave Aetna – State Health Benefits of North Carolina NCFlex – Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more 12 Paid Holidays Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS) Optional Supplemental Plans – 401k, 403b, 457b and 457 Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Campus Recreation Center Discount University Bookstore Discount
Quick Link | https://jobs.ncat.edu/postings/38988
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Do you have extensive experience in the preparation and presentation of career development workshops? If so, please explain?
(Open Ended Question) - * List two strategies you have used to successfully increase student engagement with career center resources, services, programs, and events.
(Open Ended Question) - * What assessments, models, platforms, or techniques do you rely on most when helping students or clients make career decisions? Please explain.
(Open Ended Question) - * Please indicate where you learned of this position:
- North Carolina A&T State University website
- University of North Carolina System website
- Chronicle of Higher Education
- InsideHigherEd.com
- Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC)
- Indeed.com
- Other
- If you indicated you learned of this employment opportunity from an “Other” source please advise where you learned of the position:
(Open Ended Question)
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
Optional Documents
- Curriculum Vitae
- Letter of Reference 1
- Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD-214)
- Bachelor's Degree - Copy of transcripts
- Master's Degree - Copy of transcripts
- Ed.D. - Copy of transcripts
- Other Degree - Copy of transcripts
- Terminal Degree - Copy of transcripts
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