What are the responsibilities and job description for the Career Services Coordinator position at Tarleton State University?
Job Title
Career Services Coordinator
Agency
Tarleton State University
Department
Career Services
Proposed Minimum Salary
$3,666.67 monthly
Job Location
Stephenville, Texas
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
Tarleton State University, a distinguished Doctoral National Comprehensive University, invites applications for the position of Career Services Coordinator in the Department of Career Services. As part of a vibrant academic community dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, and service, this role offers the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to a university that values innovation, collaboration, and inclusive growth. Join us in advancing knowledge and transforming lives—on campus and beyond. Tarleton State University continues to grow its impact across Texas, with four distinct campuses located in Stephenville, Fort Worth, RELLIS-Bryan and Waco, along with a robust online community that extends our reach even further.
At the heart of it all is Stephenville, where Tarleton State offers a dynamic environment for faculty and staff. From a lively live music scene and numerous local festivals to rich traditions rooted in the surrounding community, Stephenville provides a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere.
No matter where you're located—on campus or online—you are part of a mission that transforms lives and makes a difference across the state of Texas and beyond
Responsible for a program within the Career Services department. Facilitates positive working relationships between employers and the university community including students, faculty, staff, and alumni. Maintains a working knowledge of Tarleton's various degree programs as a means of educating future employers on Tarleton's product. Provides assistance in budget planning, strategic planning, goal setting, monthly and annual reports. Serves as a Campus Security Authority (CSA).
This is an in-office position located at the Stephenville Campus. Work hours: Mon-Fri; 8 AM-5 PM or as work requirements indicate. May be required to work some non-traditional work hours including evenings and/or weekends. Travel is required.
Responsibilities
45% Provide Career Services Programming on assigned Stephenville campus and instructional locations. Career development to include resume building, mock interviews, business etiquette dinner, professionalism, interviewing, online presence and other topics. Engagement will happen through class presentations, one-on-one appointments, groups, workshops, guest speakers and online meetings. Participates in programs at the Stephenville campuses and all instructional sites coordinated by Career Services. Including, but not limited to, workshops, employer seminars, job fairs, and meetings within and outside of Career Services, university committees, and class presentations. Develops, coordinates, and/or fulfills objectives related to the implementation of new programs, workshops and services to the Stephenville campuses and all instructional sites.
30% Community Outreach: Facilitates positive working relationships between employers and the University community including students, faculty, staff, and alumni. Work with these individuals to improve relations, services, and to also develop and track new full-time and part-time opportunities. Cultivates new employment contacts to expand opportunities for job placement, internships, and other levels of employer engagement. Coordinate with the Job Locator and Development Coordinator for Federal Work Study JLD tracking of student wages, positions and employer relationship development. Liaisons for the Career Services department to employers in Stephenville campuses and all instructional sites. Attend employment events to represent Career Services as assigned.
25% Leadership/Administrative/Support: Serves as primary administrator of career services programs to their assigned location or academic unit. Maintains a working knowledge of Tarleton's various degree programs as a means of educating future employers on Tarleton's Graduate profile. Provides assistance in budget planning, strategic planning, goal setting, monthly and annual reports. Coordinates marketing efforts with designated Career Services staff. Attends administrative staff meetings on and off-campus including conferences and workshops regarding career planning and job search as funds are available. Assists leadership of Career Services and other staff with special projects. Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Minimum Requirements
Education and Experience:
Ability to work non-traditional work hours including evenings or weekends. Ability to accommodate significant travel between work venues.
Salary
Commensurate with experience
Salary Range
Requirements
The target base annual salary range is $44,000 to $55,550.50 and may be negotiable based on funding availability and candidate experience/skillset in relation to the minimum requirements of this position. Tarleton State University offers a career filled with purpose and opportunity in addition to competitive wages. As part of the Tarleton family, the following benefits are also available to full time and qualifying part time employees:
Educational Benefits - employee perks that help enrich, grow, and foster career and professional development:
Tarleton employees enjoy one of the greatest PTO packages in the area!
Application Procedure
During the application process applicants have one opportunity to enter the requested information, upload documents and Submit the application. Applicants will not be able to make changes or add additional documents once the application materials have been submitted via "Submit" action.
Employment Applications Must Include
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
Career Services Coordinator
Agency
Tarleton State University
Department
Career Services
Proposed Minimum Salary
$3,666.67 monthly
Job Location
Stephenville, Texas
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
Tarleton State University, a distinguished Doctoral National Comprehensive University, invites applications for the position of Career Services Coordinator in the Department of Career Services. As part of a vibrant academic community dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, and service, this role offers the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to a university that values innovation, collaboration, and inclusive growth. Join us in advancing knowledge and transforming lives—on campus and beyond. Tarleton State University continues to grow its impact across Texas, with four distinct campuses located in Stephenville, Fort Worth, RELLIS-Bryan and Waco, along with a robust online community that extends our reach even further.
At the heart of it all is Stephenville, where Tarleton State offers a dynamic environment for faculty and staff. From a lively live music scene and numerous local festivals to rich traditions rooted in the surrounding community, Stephenville provides a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere.
No matter where you're located—on campus or online—you are part of a mission that transforms lives and makes a difference across the state of Texas and beyond
Responsible for a program within the Career Services department. Facilitates positive working relationships between employers and the university community including students, faculty, staff, and alumni. Maintains a working knowledge of Tarleton's various degree programs as a means of educating future employers on Tarleton's product. Provides assistance in budget planning, strategic planning, goal setting, monthly and annual reports. Serves as a Campus Security Authority (CSA).
This is an in-office position located at the Stephenville Campus. Work hours: Mon-Fri; 8 AM-5 PM or as work requirements indicate. May be required to work some non-traditional work hours including evenings and/or weekends. Travel is required.
Responsibilities
45% Provide Career Services Programming on assigned Stephenville campus and instructional locations. Career development to include resume building, mock interviews, business etiquette dinner, professionalism, interviewing, online presence and other topics. Engagement will happen through class presentations, one-on-one appointments, groups, workshops, guest speakers and online meetings. Participates in programs at the Stephenville campuses and all instructional sites coordinated by Career Services. Including, but not limited to, workshops, employer seminars, job fairs, and meetings within and outside of Career Services, university committees, and class presentations. Develops, coordinates, and/or fulfills objectives related to the implementation of new programs, workshops and services to the Stephenville campuses and all instructional sites.
30% Community Outreach: Facilitates positive working relationships between employers and the University community including students, faculty, staff, and alumni. Work with these individuals to improve relations, services, and to also develop and track new full-time and part-time opportunities. Cultivates new employment contacts to expand opportunities for job placement, internships, and other levels of employer engagement. Coordinate with the Job Locator and Development Coordinator for Federal Work Study JLD tracking of student wages, positions and employer relationship development. Liaisons for the Career Services department to employers in Stephenville campuses and all instructional sites. Attend employment events to represent Career Services as assigned.
25% Leadership/Administrative/Support: Serves as primary administrator of career services programs to their assigned location or academic unit. Maintains a working knowledge of Tarleton's various degree programs as a means of educating future employers on Tarleton's Graduate profile. Provides assistance in budget planning, strategic planning, goal setting, monthly and annual reports. Coordinates marketing efforts with designated Career Services staff. Attends administrative staff meetings on and off-campus including conferences and workshops regarding career planning and job search as funds are available. Assists leadership of Career Services and other staff with special projects. Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Minimum Requirements
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Three years of work experience in corporate/industry, university career services environment, or comparable setting.
- Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications. Demonstrated exceptional organization, written, interpersonal, and public speaking skills.
- Ability to exercise independent judgment, demonstrate exceptional time management skills, and work independently and in a team environment.
- Ability to manage multiple, ongoing programs and services.
Ability to work non-traditional work hours including evenings or weekends. Ability to accommodate significant travel between work venues.
Salary
Commensurate with experience
Salary Range
Requirements
The target base annual salary range is $44,000 to $55,550.50 and may be negotiable based on funding availability and candidate experience/skillset in relation to the minimum requirements of this position. Tarleton State University offers a career filled with purpose and opportunity in addition to competitive wages. As part of the Tarleton family, the following benefits are also available to full time and qualifying part time employees:
Educational Benefits - employee perks that help enrich, grow, and foster career and professional development:
- Family Education Benefit (Tuition Scholarship) – scholarship opportunities for Tarleton employees, their spouses, or their dependents available after 6 months of continued full-time employment. Click the link to learn more about this incredible Texan benefit!
- Masters Educational Assistance – is designed to invest in and assist employees further their knowledge, skills, and job effectiveness through 100% of eligible tuition and fees being paid on enrollment. Click link for additional guidelines and details!
- Fully covered employee health insurance
- Reimbursement of Insurance Premium Deductions! The State of Texas contributes to eligible employees’ insurance coverages as of the 1st day of the month following 60 days of employment in an eligible position. For those who elect coverage PRIOR to the first of the month after 60 days of employment, Tarleton State University will reimburse employees the State contribution towards health coverage during those first 60 days.
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Retirement and Insurance programs
Tarleton employees enjoy one of the greatest PTO packages in the area!
- Paid sick leave
- Holiday pay
- Vacation
- Longevity pay
- Paid Birthday Leave – Tarleton State University awards all leave-eligible employees paid time off for their birthday!
- Complimentary tickets to all Athletic and Performing Fine Arts events!
- Tarleton Employees enjoy two complimentary general admission tickets for athletics and performing fine arts events on campus! Join Texan Nation on the bleachers or in the auditorium.
- Employee Wellness Release Time
- Staff Gym Membership Discount with Campus Recreation
- and other Tarleton Discounts
Application Procedure
During the application process applicants have one opportunity to enter the requested information, upload documents and Submit the application. Applicants will not be able to make changes or add additional documents once the application materials have been submitted via "Submit" action.
Employment Applications Must Include
- Completed online application
- Cover Letter / Letter of Interest addressing qualifications
- Curriculum Vitae or Resume
- At least 3 current professional references and their full contact information
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
Salary : $44,000 - $55,551
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