LIM College - The Business of Fashion & Lifestyle is currently seeking candidates for the position of Career & Operations Coordinator.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Founded in 1939 and located in midtown Manhattan, LIM College is a female-led and owned institution focused on the global business of fashion and lifestyle. Offering masters, bachelors, and associate degree programs, LIM prepares students for career success via an immersive approach grounded in real-world experience and learning by doing, required internships.
LIM Colleges commitment to excellence in business education ensures graduates are sought after by a wide range of employers, as evidenced by a Career Outcomes Rate of 96 for the Class of 2022. Alumni excel throughout all areas of fashion and lifestyle and have gone on to work for companies such as Chanel, Gucci, Alexander McQueen, Ross Stores, The Financial Times, Ulta Beauty, Google, Saks Fifth Avenue, Cannabis Creative, and The National Football League.
POSITION PURPOSE
The Career & Operations Coordinator supports the daily operations and student services of the Career & Internship Services office. This position combines responsibilities in career coaching, program management, and administrative coordination to ensure smooth operations and consistent service delivery for students and employers. The Coordinator plays a key role in maintaining critical systems, supervising student workers, and providing foundational career guidance to underclassmen.
SALARY RANGE $45,000 - $47,000 Annually
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES
Serve as primary Handshake administrator, including: • Job and internship postings on-campus • Employment listings • Content updates • Data integrity
Manage and develop the Career Peer program, including: • Recruitment training • Scheduling • Mentorship
Oversee the Career Closet initiative, ensuring consistent student access and program visibility.
Provide undergraduate career coaching with a focus on freshmen and sophomores, including: • CARE 1300 assignments • Resume reviews • Mock interviews • Orientations
Assist with basic CIS reporting and data tracking, such as: • Event attendance • Appointment metrics • Handshake analytics • Support for departmental assessment and decision making
Support and occasionally present at major CIS and institutional events, career fairs, admissions events, orientations, and employer programming.
Assist the CIS team with curriculum-related tasks, such as: • Career Handbooks • Canvas • Experience Records
Participate in departmental meetings and contribute to continuous improvement of processes and services.
PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENTS
Accuracy and timeliness of Handshake administration and reporting. Effective supervision and professional development of Career Peers. Student satisfaction and learning outcomes from early-stage coaching and CARE 1300 support. Smooth execution and support of events, measured by student employer and staff feedback. Contribution to positive team culture and departmental efficiency.
REQUIREMENTS
The person selected will have the following qualifications:
Education: • Bachelors degree required
Required Knowledge: • Familiarity with career services functions, career readiness, or higher education student services. • Knowledge of career development fundamentals, resumes, interviewing, job search strategies.
Proficiency with the Handshake platform and related databases.
Experience: • 1-3 years of experience in higher education career services, student affairs, or related field preferred. • Experience supervising student workers or coordinating programs preferred.
Skills and Abilities: • Strong organizational and time management skills. • Excellent written and verbal communication. • Ability to coach and advise undergraduate students effectively. • Comfort with learning and managing multiple digital systems, such as Canvas and Handshake. • Team-oriented, adaptable, and able to support functions in a fast-paced environment.
WORK PERKS
College Closed for Summer Fridays Tuition Remission or Tuition Exchange 6 Weeks of Paid Holidays Birthday Day to Celebrate your Birthday 2-4 weeks of vacation based on longevity 7 sick days annually Medical, Dental, Vision Employee Assistance 401K