Career Coach - Radford, Virginia, United States
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Title: Career Coach
Application Review Date: 04/30/2026
Campus Location: Radford City - Main Campus
Work Authorization: Radford University employs individuals who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Applicants requiring new H-1B visa sponsorship will not be considered.
Job Description
The Career Coach provides multifaceted career development advising services for students both at the undergraduate, graduate and professional school levels. Help students explore a variety of career options aligned with their academic pursuits, teach/ instruct career and professional development courses. Focus career coaching in the areas of healthcare, life sciences and STEM to students studying at both the Main campus and Roanoke campuses. The career coach will serve on retention initiatives, connect students to industry experts and cultivate experiential learning opportunities regionally and nationally as needed. Design and create digital newsletters to post internships and full time jobs with employers representing healthcare and science/ research career pathways. Cultivate partnerships with faculty and present career related programs and workshops in the classroom. Gain proficiency in utilizing such software platforms including Handshake, Career Coach, CareerShift, Big Interview and other proprietary technologies. Represent CCTD on the Pre-Health/Pre-Med student leadership club.
Required Qualifications
Demonstrated track record of innovative thinking and problem solving. Demonstrated knowledge of healthcare and science related career paths and recruiting practices. Effective interpersonal skills, including verbal and written communications, management and training abilities. Advanced project and program management abilities. Proven ability to advise students in multiple majors, including the Humanities, social sciences, STEM and business.
Education: Advanced degree; or a Bachelors and experience that equates to an advanced degree.
Preferred Qualifications:
Demonstrate the ability to teach and/coach college level students. Demonstrated ability to build and nurture relationships with key partners. Possess technical skills in Microsoft Office, Handshake, Career Coach assessment software and the utilization of CareerShift and Big Interview.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Submit cover letter and resume
Employment Conditions:
Is this position Grant Funded: No
Is this position restricted: No
Is this position eligible for telework: No
Hours Per Week: 40
Months per Year: 12
Statement of Economic Interest Required: No
FLSA Status: Exempt
Work Classification: Administrative & Professional Faculty
Normal Work Schedule:
Employee Classification: Professional - Lecturer
Department: Career Services
Salary: Commensurate with experience
Department Contact Name: Debbie Fenderson
Department Contact Phone: 5408316167
Department Contact Email: dfenderson@radford.edu
Equal Opportunity Statement:
Radford University does not discriminate with regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, national origin, religion, or political affiliation in the administration of its educational programs, activities, admission or employment practices.
Clery Statement
In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, Radford University publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. The report includes the university's policies, procedures, and programs concerning safety and security, as well as three years' of crime statistics for our campus. As a prospective employee, you are entitled to a copy of this report. The report and statistical data can be found online at Radford.edu/police. You may also request a paper copy of the report from the Radford University Police Department located at 810 East Main Street PO Box 6883, Radford, VA, 24142.
Reasonable Accommodation Statement
If you are an individual with a disability and desire accommodation in the application process please contact the hiring department.
Criminal Background Check Statement
Radford University is committed to ensuring a safe and secure environment for all employees, students, volunteers, and stakeholders. As part of our hiring and screening process, we conduct criminal background checks in compliance with Virginia Code § 19.2-389 and other applicable state and federal laws. Successful candidates will be required to have a criminal background check.
Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer
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