Career Services Coordinator

Career Guide

A Career Services Coordinator supports students or job seekers with career planning, employer connections, events, and job search resources. The role blends advising support, program coordination, and administrative work to help people move into internships and full time roles.

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Key Responsibilities

Coordinate career advising appointments and manage scheduling systems
Support students with resumes, cover letters, and basic interview preparation
Plan and run career fairs, employer information sessions, and workshops
Build and maintain relationships with employers and community partners
Post jobs and internships and maintain a job board
Track participation, outcomes, and feedback for programs and events
Manage communications such as emails, newsletters, and event promotion
Maintain student records and ensure privacy and data accuracy
Support onboarding and training for student workers or volunteers
Assist with day to day office operations and customer service

Top Skills for Success

Communication

Customer Service

Organization

Time Management

Event Planning

Stakeholder Management

Relationship Building

Program Coordination

Data Tracking

Documentation

Career Coaching Basics

Confidentiality

Career Progression

Can Lead To

Career Services Specialist

Employer Relations Coordinator

Student Success Advisor

Academic Advisor

Program Coordinator

Admissions Counselor

Transition Opportunities

Career Counselor

Employer Relations Manager

Career Services Manager

Student Success Manager

Workforce Development Specialist

Program Manager

Common Skill Gaps

Often Missing Skills

Employer OutreachWorkshop FacilitationReportingOutcome MeasurementApplicant Tracking System FamiliarityConflict Resolution

Development SuggestionsBuild a simple employer outreach plan, practice delivering a short workshop, and create basic monthly reports. Ask to own one event from planning through follow up, and document results such as attendance, job leads, and satisfaction scores.

Salary & Demand

Median Salary Range

Entry LevelUSD 40,000 to 52,000

Mid LevelUSD 52,000 to 65,000

Senior LevelUSD 65,000 to 80,000

Growth Trend

Steady demand, especially at universities, community colleges, workforce programs, and online education providers. Hiring often rises with enrollment growth, expanded employer partnerships, and increased focus on career outcomes.

Companies Hiring

Major Employers

UniversitiesCommunity collegesTrade schoolsOnline learning providersNonprofit workforce organizationsGovernment workforce agenciesStaffing and recruiting firmsLarge employers with early career programs

Industry Sectors

Higher educationWorkforce developmentNonprofitGovernmentStaffing and recruitingCorporate human resources

Recommended Next Steps

Update your resume to highlight event coordination, advising support, and measurable outcomes

Create a portfolio with one event plan, one outreach email template, and one sample report

Learn one scheduling tool and one customer relationship tool commonly used in education settings

Shadow career advisors and employer relations staff to understand intake and employer needs

Volunteer to lead a short resume or interview workshop to build facilitation experience

Join a regional career services or higher education association to grow your network