About Albright College

Founded in 1856, Albright College is the oldest institution of higher learning in Berks County and one of the most economically and culturally diverse colleges in the country. Nationally ranked as a top performer for social mobility, Albright is home to about 1,600 residential undergraduate students from across the nation and around the globe, working together to cultivate integrity, curiosity, connection and resilience. Albright students are encouraged to cross or combine majors to create individualized academic programs, without taking longer to graduate. The college’s flexible curriculum, close faculty mentorship and numerous experiential learning options are all designed to help students exceed their own expectations.

At Albright, we believe our differences make us stronger and empower us to better understand and respect one another in a just and fair manner. With this in mind, the college recruits, houses, educates, employs, supports and generally celebrates people of all statuses, identities and backgrounds, including, but not limited to, race, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, religious or spiritual identity, gender and gender identity, sexual orientation, marital and parental status, veteran status, political affiliation and physical and mental ability. Albright College is an EEO employer, committed to inclusivity.  In alignment with this commitment, we actively encourage diversity in all dimensions among applicants for this position.  Read the college’s Inclusivity and Equity Statement online and learn more our demonstrated commitment to building an inclusive and equitable academic community

Albright College is seeking applications for a Career Development Coach. This position works within Albright College’s Experiential Learning and Career Development Center and has the primary focus of student career counseling and outreach. The Career Development Coach will work closely with students of diverse backgrounds, and should have demonstrated experience in creating an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment. We believe that the educational environment is enhanced when diverse groups of people with diverse ideas come together to learn, and this position will support Albright College’s diversity, equity, and inclusivity initiatives. They will collaborate closely with internal partners (OSIL, Student Clubs/Organizations, Athletics, Faculty) and external partners (employers, alumni) to implement programs and resources for students. They will develop working relationships with faculty, department directors, and students to facilitate connections, provide appropriate resources, and enhance students' knowledge of career and continuing education opportunities.

Essential Job Functions:

1. Develop positive and professional relationships with an array of key stakeholders, including students, faculty, and staff;
2. Administer and interpret assessment instruments to assist students and alumni with self-assessment of interests, skills, values, and/or personality preferences;
3. Connect students with career exploration opportunities including job shadowing, informational interviewing, career panels and presentations, and pre-professional advising, etc. requiring ability to synthesize and communicate insights gained from variety of industries;
4. Liaison with academic departments to share resources and events related to career exploration, internship and job opportunities;
5. Develop and present career workshops/class visits based on student populations by year (FYS vs Senior Seminar) and/or major(s) and prepare related materials (i.e. PowerPoint presentations and/or handouts);
6. Sponsor outreach activities, including workshops and presentations for RAs in resident halls as well as with athletics, the ALC, diverse student groups, and other various campus populations/organizations;
7. Oversee and/or administer mock interviews in connection with the Student Peer Educators;
8. Assist in the coordination of major events organized by the Experiential Learning and Career Development Center;
9. In collaboration with the Associate Director of Career Development, supervise ELCDC Student Peer Educators, defining performance expectations, evaluating students, coaching students providing a one-on-one review with each student every semester; collaborate with ELCDC staff in the interviewing, hiring, and training of students;
10. Meet with students pursuing internships to ensure that ELCDC best practices are communicated and utilized;
11. Coach traditional day students during walk-in and group settings on all aspects of the career development process including major/career exploration, pursuing effective experiential learning opportunities, internship/job search skills, interviewing, networking, researching employers, professionalism, support with graduate/professional school research/application and use of related online tools; attention on how to best scale services and resources for greater outreach;
12. Work closely with academic department chairs and faculty, serving as a liaison to assigned departments and administrative offices to facilitate collaborative programming focused on the needs of liberal arts students;
13. Oversee marketing efforts related to the Experiential Learning and Career Development Center, and track engagement in consultation with the Associate Dean of Student Professional Development and Experiential Learning;
14. Represent the ELCDC at Open House and Welcome Weekend events on a rotation with all members of the ELCDC staff;
15. Serve the College through involvement on relevant committees and during events;
16. Represent Albright College in consortium events in cooperation with other college/universities;
17. Represent Albright College in outreach opportunities with local high schools in career advisory and professional development events for their students;
18. Performs other duties as required in keeping with the mission of the ELCDC and Albright College.

Qualifications/Prerequisites:

1. COMMUNICATION
   • Excellent interpersonal skills, especially tact and diplomacy
   • Ability to relate to broad range of internal and external constituents including students, faculty, staff, employers, and other individuals
   • Strong written and verbal communication skills
2. SKILLS
   • Demonstrated commitment to building an inclusive and equitable academic community, as described in Albright College’s Inclusivity and Equity Statement.
   • Polished presentation skills
   • Creative thinking
   • Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion
   • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
   • Time management skills
   • Technical aptitude and proficient computer skills
   • Demonstrate a strong commitment to meeting student needs, and be able to maintain a professional, positive and service-oriented attitude.
   • Strong student advocacy with proven ability to work with a diverse population
   • Ability to work within a team-oriented environment, communicating effectively
   • Highly motivated individual with excellent project follow-through who is able to reflect upon and communicate ideas, project plans, project status, and results.
   • Demonstrated ability to take direction from more than one person and coordinate many simultaneous projects and tasks.
   • Problem solving skills, requesting feedback and assistance as needed
   • Some proficiency in conversational Spanish (preferred)
3. EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE
   • At least one year of experience working with students, particularly in an advisory capacity.
   • Preferred experience in higher education career development, with strong knowledge of career development theories, adult development theory, counseling process, career coaching techniques, career decision making, learning styles, and job search techniques.
4. EDUCATION
   • Bachelor’s degree required
   • Progress towards a Master's Degree from a regionally accredited institution in counseling, education, psychology, or closely related field.
5. LICENSES
   • N/A

Review of applications for this position will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Interested applicants should complete an application by clicking “Apply Now”.  Cover letter, a minimum of two professional references and any other supporting application materials can be uploaded in one document along with the resume.  Optional documents may be submitted can include: proof of education/certification, licenses, and letters of recommendation.  Albright offers a competitive benefits package, which includes tuition remission. 

About Reading, Pa.

Ranked a “Best Place to Live” and “Best Place to Retire” by U.S. News & World Report, Reading is a medium-sized city in Berks County, Pennsylvania. Albright College’s 118 acre campus is located in the city’s historic northeast College Heights neighborhood. Catch a concert in Reading’s 9,000 seat Santander Arena or get up close and personal in the historical Santander Performing Arts Center (built in the 1870s — only 20 years after Albright was born!) Start a new art project with materials like hot glass, paint, wood and more at the GoggleWorks Center for the Arts, enjoy seasonal festivals or take a walk through West Reading’s artisan shops, restaurants and boutiques. See Pennsylvania’s spectacular autumn display from the top of Reading’s Pagoda, a kayak on Blue Marsh Lake, or from a scenic steam train ride. Or leave civilization behind with more than 125 miles of certified biking and hiking trails. The city of Reading is also home to the Philadelphia Flyer’s ECHL ice hockey team and the Philadelphia Phillies’ AA baseball team.