Career Readiness Specialist

The University of Memphis, United States

Updated: about 11 hours ago
Location: Memphis, TENNESSEE
Deadline: 02 May 2025

Posting Information


Posting Number SAECC4171
Advertised Title Career Readiness Specialist
Campus Location Main Campus (Memphis, TN)
Position Number 023823
Category Staff (Hourly/Monthly)
Department Career Services
Minimum Position Qualifications
Bachelor degree in higher education, college student personnel, counseling, social sciences, humanities or relevant field. Two years of experience in higher education, university career services, human resources/corporate recruitment, business, public relations or a related field.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.
Special Conditions
This position is grant funded and contingent upon funding availability.
Work Schedule
Monday – Friday
8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
May need to work beyond normal work schedule during peak times.
Posting Date 04/11/2025
Closing Date 05/02/2025
Open Until Screening Begins No
Hiring Range $45,000 - $55,000 per year
Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time: Benefits Eligible
Working Conditions
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.
Additional Working Conditions
Special Instructions to Applicants
All applications must be submitted online at workforum.memphis.edu.
Applicants must complete all applicable sections of the online application to be considered for a position. Please upload a cover letter, resume, and reference list after completing your application, if required by the system. Required work experience is based on full time hours. Part time work experience will be prorated as listed.
Candidates who are called for an interview must notify the Department of Human Resources in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.
Is this posting for UofM employees only? No
Positions Supervised
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Strong interpersonal, advising and presentation skills
Demonstrated ability to build relationships and collaborate on cross-functional teams
Understanding and appreciation of the liberal arts
Excellent communication and technical skills
Highly thorough and dependable
Maintains a high degree of professionalism
Demonstrated ability to work with diverse populations
Additional Position Information
The Career Readiness Specialist activates and advances a career ecosystem at the University of Memphis by developing and implementing programs, systems, and initiatives designed to teach students the life-long continuous process of career and professional development. The Specialist serves as the point of contact for a specific area of expertise (Tiger Talent Community) and works collaboratively to empower students in their career journey.
This position is grant funded and contingent upon funding availability.
Benefits of Employment (Applies to full-time, non-police employees only)





Job Duties


Duties & Responsibilities
Provide career advising and coaching to help students discover and prepare for career pathways, articulate their career-ready and transferable skills, and build a community that propels their career aspirations; Assist students with resumes, interviewing skills, professional development and job/internship search strategies; use career assessment resources and results as necessary.
Duties & Responsibilities
Serve as a direct liaison to students, faculty, and staff and collaboratively cultivate relationships with key stakeholders to develop industry and employment specific events and workshops that facilitate student learning, skills/career competencies development, and networking opportunities for students; Serve as the primary career services liaison for administrators, faculty and staff in specific academic disciplines for the exchange of information and referrals for career opportunities for students.
Duties & Responsibilities
Develop, foster and maintain relationships with external constituents to provide internship and employment opportunities for students. Conduct employer engagement and on-campus recruitment activities with targeted organizations and industries to raise the profile and number and quality of job opportunities for students.
Duties & Responsibilities
Empower students to use their agency to make educated decisions as they reflect on their talents and explore the ever-changing landscape of careers through innovative and strategic connections; Design, implement and assess programs and services that engage students in industry/career readiness development.
Duties & Responsibilities
Educate faculty, staff, and administrators on career services and programs and employability skills (career competencies) that employers seek.
Duties & Responsibilities
Create and present workshops on various career topics (such as how to research employers, network, engage in the internship/job search process using current technology) to educate and prepare students for the world of work.
Duties & Responsibilities
Stay current on job market trends and industry standards and changes, and revise programs to reflect trends.
Duties & Responsibilities
Compile data and written reports on employment trends and opportunities within specialization areas. Collect, maintain and present recruiting data; Create outcomes reports and materials to reflect efforts, connections and engagement within specific academic areas; Conduct needs and satisfaction surveys for students and employers.
Duties & Responsibilities
Contribute to departmental marketing, communicating, and branding initiatives by developing online, video, and printed materials for students and employers; Support university, division, and department’s missions by participating in the development of strategic goals, objectives and initiatives.
Duties & Responsibilities
Other duties as assigned.

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