Salary Range:

Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications

About SMU

SMU's more than 12,000 diverse, high-achieving students come from all 50 states and over 80 countries to take advantage of the University's small classes, meaningful research opportunities, leadership development, community service, international study and innovative programs.

SMU serves approximately 7,000 undergraduates and 5,000 graduate students through eight degree-granting schools: Dedman College of Humanities and Sciences , Cox School of Business , Lyle School of Engineering , Meadows School of the Arts , Simmons School of Education and Human Development , Dedman School of Law , Perkins School of Theology and Moody School of Graduate and Advanced Studies .

SMU is data driven, and its powerful supercomputing ecosystem - paired with entrepreneurial drive - creates an unrivaled environment for the University to deliver research excellence.

Now in its second century of achievement, SMU is recognized for the ways it supports students, faculty and alumni as they become ethical, enterprising leaders in their professions and communities. SMU's relationship with Dallas - the dynamic center of one of the nation's fastest-growing regions - offers unique learning, research, social and career opportunities that provide a launch pad for global impact.

SMU is nonsectarian in its teaching and committed to academic freedom and open inquiry.

About the Position:

This role is an on-campus, in-person position.

Meet with Cox students and alumni to drive career readiness through coaching, advising and training for effective job search activities (on and off-campus), including interviews, site visits, networking events, job fairs, and information sessions. Administer and interpret career-related assessment tools. Teach career decision-making methods and application of principles for securing highly competitive (and compensating) business jobs and internships. Provide career development subject matter expertise in fields such as finance, consulting, marketing, real estate, accounting, etc. Plan and implement targeted career development events/other duties as assigned by Director. Collaborate and serve as a resource to industry/functional area staff in the career center. Collaborate as needed with the department director and other designated staff to identify and cultivate relationships with local, regional, and national organizations.

Essential Functions: Career Coaching (individual): Manage coaching of BBA (2000 total) in career planning, personal branding, job search, school-to-work transition, and career transition & management. Administer & interpret career assessments for students/alumni; Document coaching sessions in department coaching system including notes, outcomes and follow-up assignments. External Relations/Employer Outreach: Performs outreach functions with groups such as students, faculty, staff, alumni and employer recruiters to effectively engage in career-related activities; Participates in industry/function-specific events (conferences, workshops, etc.) for professional development & department visibility. Career Coaching/Training (group/workshops): Plan and manage career-related presentations upon request. Lead group coaching sessions for targeted populations in specific career management phases or skills; Design, develop, and execute specific career development seminars/workshops including classroom presentations. Event Planning: Plan and execute industry/function-specific events to connect employers/alumni with students; Collaborate with other department staff to ensure event goals/objectives and logistical requirements are delivered and met; Assess effectiveness of each program or event in a timely manner. Track attendance and outcomes for each event and responsibly for reporting. Reporting/Website Content: Prepare required reports (such as placement), program and student learning outcomes and assessment plans, and other required data/information as directed and in a timely manner. Support BBA Admissions: represent the CMC in admissions activities such as information sessions and conduct yield-focused conversations with high-potential prospective applicants. Develop career-related marketing content for website / publications. Occasional evening hours required for career-related events. Education and Experience:

A Bachelor's degree is required. A Master's degree is preferred. A business degree is highly preferred.

A minimum of three (3) years of professional experience required in a business-related (e.g. marketing, accounting finance, real estate, consulting, HR/human capital, operations) or career-coaching function. Experience with interviewing or hiring candidates, coaching or in recruiting is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Candidate must demonstrate strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate broadly across the University and develop and maintain effective relationships with a wide range of constituencies. Must also demonstrate strong written communication skills.

Candidate must possess strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and analyze problems, as well as devise solutions. Must also have strong organizational, planning and time management skills.

Candidate must be a self-starter and able to work independently and in a team environment.

Candidate knowledge of and ability to discuss business terminology from a hiring perspective is essential.

Candidate must possess coaching skills and have the ability to understand diverse cultural backgrounds.

Candidate knowledge of/experience with case or technical interviews is a plus.

Candidate insights into undergrad or early experience hiring and interview processes across multiple business functions is preferred.

Candidate must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, as well as internet and email communication systems.

Candidate working knowledge of social media tools is preferred.

Physical and Environmental Demands: Sit for long periods of time

Deadline to Apply:

Priority consideration may be given to submissions received by August 15, 2025.

The application deadline is August 19, 2025.

EEO Statement

SMU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity and expression.

Benefits:

SMU offers staff a broad, competitive array of health and related benefit s. In addition to traditional benefits such as health, dental, and vision plans, SMU offers a wide range of wellness programs to help attract, support, and retain our employees whose work continues to make SMU an outstanding education and research institution.

SMU is committed to providing an array of retirement programs that benefit and protect you and your family throughout your working years at SMU and, if you meet SMU's retirement eligibility criteria, during your retirement years after you leave SMU.

The value of learning at SMU isn't just about preparing our students for the future. Employees have access to a wide variety of professional and personal development opportunities , including tuition benefits .