STEM Graduate Career Specialist

Job Description

UWB School of STEM has an outstanding opportunity for STEM Graduate Career Specialist to join their team.

About this Opportunity:

Reporting to Associate Director of Graduate Academic Services, the STEM Graduate Career Specialist will provide direct service to students, meeting the increased demand for STEM graduate student services. The objective of this position is to help students find meaningful and rewarding opportunities in employment after graduation and in continually developing their careers as alumni.

Key Responsibilities:

STEM Graduate Student Career Advising and Programming (35%)

• Provide individual and group career advising for STEM graduate students, focused on securing internships and employment aligned with industry expectations and technical career pathways.
• Attend meetings as appropriate with various stakeholders.
• Develop and deliver workshops, seminars, and asynchronous resources that support technical resumes, interviews, negotiation strategies, and job search practices specific to STEM fields.
• Partner with staff and faculty in the School of STEM, and in addition alumni and business leaders, to provide opportunities for students to practice job seeking skills for technical companies such as technical resume and interview workshops, salary negotiation, and other technical industry specific job search strategies.
• In collaboration with faculty, develop professional and career advising learning opportunities that integrate with graduate students’ overall educational experience.
• Provide ongoing career support to alumni to enhance the value of a UWB STEM computing or engineering graduate degrees.
• Utilize web-based applications, databases and editing software such as Learning Management Systems (Canvas), CRMS such as Slate and Nutshell, Web publishing such as Kentico and Marketo as tools to connect to various stakeholders including prospective employers, students, staff, faculty and Advisory Board members.

Employer Relations & Development (35%)

• Serve as a strategic partner to employers by advising on effective recruiting strategies, engagement models, and long-term hiring goals for STEM graduate talent.
• Plan and execute employer-facing events such as site visits, information sessions, and workshops that deepen engagement beyond transactional recruiting.
• Track and analyze employer engagement, student outcomes, and destination data in collaboration with Office of Connected Learning/Career Services and Institutional Research.
• Educate employers on UW Bothell STEM graduate degrees and recruiting services, including company presentations, job postings, recruiting events, and interviews.
• Support and implement a strategic employer development plan in partnership with Office of Connected Learning/Career Services, Advancement, and School of STEM leadership.
• Promote Career Services and School of STEM diversity by developing and maintaining relationships with cultural & international student clubs & organizations, offering guidance and leadership to encourage full participation in co-curricular programming. Collaborate closely with Career Services and the School of STEM to support school and department level programming, events, and participate in advisory boards as needed.

General Outreach and Planning Support (20%).

• Maintain employer CRM data and relevant marketing materials for STEM graduate career initiatives.
• Monitor labor market trends and stakeholder feedback to inform program design and partnerships.
• Recommend program adjustments based on outcomes data and employer engagement metrics.

Other (10%).

• Support Office of Connected Learning/Career Services and STEM Office of Graduate Studies initiatives and events.
• Collaborate with STEM undergraduate academic services staff on overlapping activities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

To be considered for this opportunity your application must demonstrate you meet both the minimum qualifications and additional qualifications listed below. Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Humanities, Social Sciences, Sciences, Education, or a related field.
• 2 years’ experience within higher education student advising, academic coaching or career counseling ·
• Applicants who do not meet these qualifications WILL NOT be forwarded to the Hiring Manager.

Additional Qualifications:

• Demonstrated experience working with diverse communities and a commitment to diversity and social justice.
• Experience developing and delivering programs related to diversity, equity, and inclusion, ideally in an academic setting ·
• Proven ability to function as a motivated, enthusiastic member of a team committed to providing excellent customer service ·
• Demonstrated commitment to collaboratively working with students, faculty and staff individually and in groups in a positive and effective manner ·
• Excellent organizational and group presentation skills/public speaking skills, both in-person and virtually · Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing ·
• Computer literacy including ability to develop web-based resources and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Desired Qualification:

• Experience developing/implementing workshops or other programming aimed at supporting minoritized populations
• Experience supervising and mentoring students and/or staff
• Experience in employee recruitment or talent development
• Experience working with employer, industry, or professional degree program stakeholders
• Experience with distance learning delivery
• Project management experience and event planning.

About the Team:

To learn more about the department visit https://www.uwb.edu/stem/graduate

Compensation, Benefits and Position Details

Pay Range Minimum:

$75,792.00 annual

Pay Range Maximum:

$78,888.00 annual

Other Compensation:

-

Benefits:

For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/

Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Temporary or Regular?

This is a regular position

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):

100.00%

Union/Bargaining Unit:

Not Applicable

About the UW

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world.

UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

Our Commitment

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.