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Stanbridge University is hiring a Career Services Officer. This role involves providing strategic career coaching and support to students and alumni in healthcare fields, building and maintaining employer relationships, and advancing employment outcomes aligned with healthcare licensure requirements. The officer also develops career resources, tracks job placement data, and collaborates across departments to enhance career service effectiveness.

Highlights

Provide individual and group career coaching in resume building, LinkedIn, interview skills, and job search strategies tailored to healthcare.
Develop employer partnerships with hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare organizations to expand job and externship opportunities.
Create career readiness workshops and tailored job search resources based on industry hiring trends and competency models.
Track and report student engagement and job placement metrics using CRM or career service management systems.
Requires proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and strong communication and organizational skills.
Compensation ranges from $21.00 to $24.00 per hour, depending on education and experience.
Bachelor's degree is required, with preferred experience in career services or healthcare-related advising.
Knowledge of healthcare licensure pathways, industry expectations, and career tracking platforms is beneficial.
Supports employer events such as career fairs and networking forums to facilitate student employment opportunities.
Offers comprehensive employee benefits including health care, retirement plans, paid time off, and wellness programs.

Career Services Officer Full Description

Stanbridge University, a premier leader in nursing and allied health education, is dedicated to preparing compassionate, skilled healthcare professionals through innovative, service-driven learning. The Career Services Officer plays a key role in supporting this mission by empowering students and alumni to navigate today’s healthcare job market, providing strategic career coaching, building strong employer partnerships, and advancing licensure-aligned employment outcomes across all programs.

Key Responsibilities:

Career Coaching & Student Development-

Provide one-on-one and group coaching in resume writing, LinkedIn optimization, interview preparation, and job search strategies tailored to healthcare careers.
Conduct behavioral mock interviews, leveraging recruiter-level expertise to improve student performance and confidence.
Assess students’ strengths, competencies, and career goals to guide them toward appropriate employment pathways.
Develop and deliver career readiness workshops informed by real-world recruiter expectations, hiring trends, and competency models.

Employer Relations & Partnerships-

Identify, engage, and maintain relationships with hospitals, clinics, long-term care providers, rehabilitation centers, and other healthcare employers.
Conduct prospecting, outreach, and relationship-building activities to expand the university’s employer network and externship pipelines.
Communicate employer needs and hiring expectations to students and faculty.
Support the planning and execution of employer panels, healthcare career fairs, recruitment events, and networking forums.

Program Development & Collaboration-

Develop targeted resources such as job search guides, competency-based resume templates, interview preparation tools, and market-specific career materials.
Contribute insights from employer engagement activities to support departmental planning and service enhancements.

Data Tracking, Reporting & Continuous Improvement-

Track and report student engagement, job placement metrics, alumni outcomes, and employer activity using CRM or career services management systems.
Apply data-driven decision making to evaluate program effectiveness, identify gaps, and implement enhancements to services and employer engagement strategies.
Stay current on healthcare hiring trends, credentialing requirements, licensure pathways, and regulatory changes impacting employment.

Additional Responsibilities-

Attend trainings, conferences, and professional development workshops to remain current in career services best practices.
Perform other duties as assigned in support of departmental and institutional goals.

Qualifications:

Required-

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced setting.
Strong organizational and time management abilities.
$21.00 – $24.00/hr. (Compensation is dependent upon education and experience).

Preferred-

Experience in career services, advising, or student services, ideally in higher education or healthcare.
Confidence and proficiency in conducting cold calls and proactive outreach to prospective healthcare partners to expand graduate placement opportunities.
Knowledge of healthcare licensure pathways and industry expectations.
Familiarity with healthcare-specific job search strategies and employer relations.
Experience with job placement metrics, database systems, or career tracking platforms.

Conditions of Employment:

A job-related assessment may be required during the interview process.
Must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and be physically present in the office (unless otherwise noted).
Employment verification will be conducted to validate work experience per accreditation standards.
Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Work Environment:

Standard office/classroom/lab or clinical setting.
Duties are typically performed while sitting at a desk or computer workstation.
May include time spent in skills labs or bedside environments as required by the program.
Subject to frequent interruptions, noise from talking or office equipment, and demanding timelines.

Physical Demands:

Regularly sits for extended periods.
Physical ability to perform program- or department-related duties.
Proficient in using electronic keyboards and office equipment.
Effective verbal communication via phone and in person.
Ability to read fine print, operate computers, and understand voices clearly.
Able to lift, carry, and/or move objects weighing 10–25 pounds as needed.

Employee Benefits:

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Retirement Plan (401k)
Exciting university events
Seasonal motivational health and wellness challenges
Work/Life Balance initiatives
Onsite wellness program / Staff Chiropractor
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)

Institutional Values:

Diversity and Inclusion: Stanbridge University’s motto, “Strength through Diversity,” reflects our deep commitment to honoring the diverse backgrounds of our students, faculty, staff, and surrounding communities. We strive to build an inclusive learning environment and uphold anti-discrimination practices in all aspects of university life.
Innovation and Technology: We embrace cutting-edge technology to enhance student learning through interactive, hands-on experiences, including virtual reality and simulation labs—ensuring students are prepared for the demands of modern healthcare practice.
Community Engagement: Through initiatives such as Stanbridge outREACH, students are empowered to give back to local and global communities, cultivating compassion, civic responsibility, and social awareness.

Equal Opportunity Employer:
Stanbridge University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

Original Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

Career Coaching & Student Development-

Provide one-on-one and group coaching in resume writing, LinkedIn optimization, interview preparation, and job search strategies tailored to healthcare careers.
Conduct behavioral mock interviews, leveraging recruiter-level expertise to improve student performance and confidence.
Assess students’ strengths, competencies, and career goals to guide them toward appropriate employment pathways.
Develop and deliver career readiness workshops informed by real-world recruiter expectations, hiring trends, and competency models.

Employer Relations & Partnerships-

Identify, engage, and maintain relationships with hospitals, clinics, long-term care providers, rehabilitation centers, and other healthcare employers.
Conduct prospecting, outreach, and relationship-building activities to expand the university’s employer network and externship pipelines.
Communicate employer needs and hiring expectations to students and faculty.
Support the planning and execution of employer panels, healthcare career fairs, recruitment events, and networking forums.

Program Development & Collaboration-

Develop targeted resources such as job search guides, competency-based resume templates, interview preparation tools, and market-specific career materials.
Contribute insights from employer engagement activities to support departmental planning and service enhancements.

Data Tracking, Reporting & Continuous Improvement-

Track and report student engagement, job placement metrics, alumni outcomes, and employer activity using CRM or career services management systems.
Apply data-driven decision making to evaluate program effectiveness, identify gaps, and implement enhancements to services and employer engagement strategies.
Stay current on healthcare hiring trends, credentialing requirements, licensure pathways, and regulatory changes impacting employment.

Additional Responsibilities-

Attend trainings, conferences, and professional development workshops to remain current in career services best practices.
Perform other duties as assigned in support of departmental and institutional goals.

Qualifications:

Required-

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced setting.
Strong organizational and time management abilities.
$21.00 – $24.00/hr. (Compensation is dependent upon education and experience).

Preferred-

Experience in career services, advising, or student services, ideally in higher education or healthcare.
Confidence and proficiency in conducting cold calls and proactive outreach to prospective healthcare partners to expand graduate placement opportunities.
Knowledge of healthcare licensure pathways and industry expectations.
Familiarity with healthcare-specific job search strategies and employer relations.
Experience with job placement metrics, database systems, or career tracking platforms.

Conditions of Employment:

A job-related assessment may be required during the interview process.
Must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and be physically present in the office (unless otherwise noted).
Employment verification will be conducted to validate work experience per accreditation standards.
Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Work Environment:

Standard office/classroom/lab or clinical setting.
Duties are typically performed while sitting at a desk or computer workstation.
May include time spent in skills labs or bedside environments as required by the program.
Subject to frequent interruptions, noise from talking or office equipment, and demanding timelines.

Physical Demands:

Regularly sits for extended periods.
Physical ability to perform program- or department-related duties.
Proficient in using electronic keyboards and office equipment.
Effective verbal communication via phone and in person.
Ability to read fine print, operate computers, and understand voices clearly.
Able to lift, carry, and/or move objects weighing 10–25 pounds as needed.

Employee Benefits:

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Retirement Plan (401k)
Exciting university events
Seasonal motivational health and wellness challenges
Work/Life Balance initiatives
Onsite wellness program / Staff Chiropractor
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)

Institutional Values:

Diversity and Inclusion: Stanbridge University’s motto, “Strength through Diversity,” reflects our deep commitment to honoring the diverse backgrounds of our students, faculty, staff, and surrounding communities. We strive to build an inclusive learning environment and uphold anti-discrimination practices in all aspects of university life.
Innovation and Technology: We embrace cutting-edge technology to enhance student learning through interactive, hands-on experiences, including virtual reality and simulation labs—ensuring students are prepared for the demands of modern healthcare practice.
Community Engagement: Through initiatives such as Stanbridge outREACH, students are empowered to give back to local and global communities, cultivating compassion, civic responsibility, and social awareness.

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