Manager of Career Coaching

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Post University seeks a Manager of Career Coaching to join our team.

WHY POST?

Post University is a legendary, dynamic, growth-oriented organization of passionate, diverse professionals united in pursuit of life-changing service to countless students. Our "Make It Personal" mission is the driving tenet shaping how we treat students and each other. The Post University's success story is well-positioned to be second to none.

For more than 130 years, Post University has been dedicated to student success, serving thousands of learners across our online, main campus, undergraduate, and graduate programs. We value diverse experiences and perspectives and seek individuals who are passionate about contributing to a collaborative and student‑focused community.

Due to Post-specific operational and administrative considerations, the position is not approved to be performed in Alaska, California, Hawaii, or New York. Candidates must be physically located and perform their work from an approved state.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Manager of Career Coaching supports strategic initiatives to enhance student career readiness, coordinate coaching programs, and integrate career development into academic and co-curricular experiences. This role manages coaching operations, oversees peer-led initiatives, and collaborates across departments to deliver inclusive, high-impact services. The Manager plays a key role in implementing workshops, maintaining faculty relationships, and supporting the integration of career development into the student experience.

This position is an in-person position at Post's main campus or downtown Waterbury location.

Salary: $70,000.00 Annually

Work schedule: M - F with some weekends and nights

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Leadership, Strategy & Promotion

• Support hiring and supervision of Career Coaches; manage daily operations and coordinate advisor training with campus partners.
• Contribute to strategic planning by implementing team-level goals and supporting cross-functional alignment.
• Apply inclusive coaching practices that support the success of students from diverse backgrounds and career interests.
• Engage in ongoing professional development to enhance role-specific expertise and contribute to team-wide growth.
• Assist in coordinating student-facing marketing efforts, including event promotion and outreach in support of coaching initiatives.

Student & Alumni Career Development

• Lead the development and consistency of resume and cover letter review resources; ensure alignment across coaching team practices.
• Oversee implementation of the Peer Career Coaching Program, supporting the Peer Career Coach Lead with training, operations, and alignment to strategic goals.
• Coordinate in-person and virtual career readiness workshops, including peer-led initiatives; manage logistics and resources for coaching events.
• Ensure consistency in coaching documentation, training guides, and advisor-facing materials to support quality and alignment across programs.
• Oversee the quality, alignment, and consistency of Career Community content on the Career Hub, guiding Career Coaches who develop and maintain community-specific resources, tools, and industry insights.

Partnerships & External Engagement

• Identify employer and alumni pipelines through career communities and coaching; support Employer Relations team in expanding engagement.
• Manage faculty relationships; coordinate career-aligned classroom content and support assignment integration across academic disciplines.
• Collaborate with departments and contribute to campus-wide initiatives and committees as appropriate.

Data, Systems & Operations

• Track and report coaching activity, student attendance at workshops, and peer coach engagement metrics to support assessment and continuous improvement.
• Track and manage spending on coaching programs, peer coach development, and advisor training activities.
• Manage coaching platforms and Handshake tracking; oversee setup, training, peer usage, and data accuracy to evaluate engagement trends.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

There will be other duties as assigned for the position. This position requires a flexible schedule with some evening and weekend hours to meet the operational needs of the Career Services organization.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & COMPETENCIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skill, and performance required. Reasonable accommodation may enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Bachelor's degree required.

Experience

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in career development, academic advising, human resources, or a related field
• Experience coordinating coaching programs, managing peer-led initiatives, and supporting student career readiness.
• Experience working with diverse student populations and promoting inclusive engagement strategies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Experience developing training materials, workshop content, and strategic messaging for student engagement.
• Ability to collect and report data to inform programming and strategy.
• Demonstrated success in relationship management and cross-functional collaboration.
• Familiarity with Handshake, Big Interview, and UConnect for employer engagement and career services delivery
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) for documentation, reporting, and communication

Apply Now

As a member of our Post University team, the individual will share in a 135-year tradition of helping people achieve their personal and professional goals. Located in Waterbury, Connecticut, Post University has a vibrant campus and an excellent online program. The University offers a competitive salary and benefits package that includes medical, dental, 401(k) and tuition benefits.

Interested candidates should forward cover letter, resume, and three references to Post University Associate Experience.

Disclaimer: This opportunity may be withdrawn and/or amended.

Post University is an equal opportunity employer.

At Post, we embrace differences. We thrive on diversity. We believe our distinctions make us better educators, leaders, and simply better in every way possible. We gladly comply with all applicable laws. We do not discriminate because of sex, sexual orientation, age, race, color, religious creed, marital status, national origin, ancestry, disability, handicap or other legally protected status.

Post Universitys team members come from various backgrounds, experiences, and expertise. Each perspective helps us collectively evaluate situations from every angle for the best decision-making process available. This is the heart of our culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and collaboration.

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