What are the responsibilities and job description for the Career Development Specialist (JSOM) position at University of Texas at Dallas?
Posting Details
Posting Details
| Posting Number | S07161P |
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| Position Title | Career Development Specialist (JSOM) |
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| Department | Management |
| Salary Range | $55,000 |
| Pay Basis | Monthly |
| Position Status | Regular full-time |
| Location | Richardson |
| Position End Date (if temporary) | |
| Posting Open Date | 07/22/2026 |
| Posting Close Date | |
| Open Until Filled | No |
| Desired Start Date | 08/17/2026 |
| Job Summary | The Career Development Specialist (CDS) for the JSOM Career Management Center (CMC) plays a vital role in preparing undergraduate students for career success. This position provides personalized coaching in resume development, networking, LinkedIn optimization, cover letter writing, mock interviews, and internship search strategies. The CDS will meet with students individually, lead professional development workshops, conduct classroom presentations, and collaborate with undergraduate programs and concentrations to ensure students are career-ready. Reporting to the Associate Director of Undergraduate Professional Development, the CDS will work closely with the Assistant Dean, Corporate Relations Team, and other Career Development Specialists to deliver comprehensive career support. As an active member of the CMC team, this role will also assist with student engagement initiatives, employer events, and other center activities as needed.
Please Note: There are two vacancies for this position. |
| Minimum Education and Experience | Bachelor's Degree. Three to five years in corporate/business experience. |
| Preferred Education and Experience | Preferred Education and Experience
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| Other Qualifications | To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position. |
| Essential Duties and Responsibilities | Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
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| Additional Information |
Work Notice: Work will be performed on-site and in person.
What We Can Offer UT Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We offer an employee-friendly work environment with a comprehensive benefit package including: Competitive Salary Tuition Benefits Internal Training Medical insurance - including 100% paid employee medical coverage for full-time employees Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Long and short-term disability Retirement Plan Options Paid time off Paid Holidays All UT Dallas employees have access to various professional development opportunities, including a membership to Academic Impressions, LinkedIn Learning, and UT Dallas Bright Leaders Program. Visit https://hr.utdallas.edu/employees/benefits/ for more information. |
| Special Instructions Summary | |
| Important Message | 1) All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public. 2) The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the ADA Coordinator. For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator. |
The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. The University prohibits unlawful discrimination against a person because of their race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status. EOE, including disability/veterans.
Salary : $55,000