This grant-funded position involves assisting students with career and employment activities, acting as the primary career coach for the UW‑Stout FUSE Initiative. The role supports short-term, employer-aligned training programs, and serves as a liaison within the university structure as part of the Career Education team.
Responsibilities
Deliver career readiness service and support for all students, graduates, alumni, traditional, non-traditional, and FUSE initiative learners, including labor market research, resume development, interview preparation, and job search strategies, delivered individually and in groups/classrooms, virtually and in-person
Expand access to career resources and support for FUSE participants, ensuring equitable services to diverse and non-traditional student populations engaged in short-term training pathways
Serve as a Career Education team liaison to assigned academic programs or administrative offices, and as part of the short-term learner support hub, providing wrap-around student support specific to FUSE participants
Support students’ transition from training to employment, with attention to job attainment, onboarding, and retention outcomes aligned with FUSE grant goals
Collect, verify, and develop an employment and job outcomes report for FUSE grant participants, including post-completion employment verification, in accordance with grant reporting and evaluation requirements
Assist with career outcome follow-up activities, including telephone outreach and email surveys, to support the completion of the Career Services First Destination Report
Lead efforts to connect FUSE participants with employer partners through Career Services recruitment events such as career conferences, industry/employer spotlights, and direct employment opportunities both on and off campus
Utilize career technology platforms and computer network systems to support students’ employment preparation and job market navigation
Provide responsive student-centered support by adapting services and scheduling to meet the diverse needs of students, including occasional meetings outside of standard business hours
Maintain knowledge of campus and community resources and refer students to appropriate university services as needed
Research, develop, and deliver high impact competency-based programs aligned with career services priorities to support positive career outcomes of all students
Create program-based pathways for FUSE participants to actively build career skills incorporating and addressing multiple learning modalities
Collaborate with FUSE grant support team to create and align programming that supports and infuses competency development tailored to short-term learners, course-based activities and employer-aligned programs
Create programming impact reports to measure skill improvement of students and grant participants
Millions of jobs, with real people getting hired every day
200,000+
New jobs added daily
7,000,000+
Verified job listings
1,000,000+
Tailored applications submitted
Perform additional duties assigned by the supervisor to support evolving program, grant, or departmental needs
Support students in identifying and engaging in applied and experiential learning opportunities, including cooperative education, internships, and field experiences aligned with career interests
Serve as a point of contact, in collaboration with Career Services, for student inquiries related to applied and experiential learning options
Assist in the development of communication and marketing materials designed to increase student engagement in applied and experiential learning programs
Support Career Services and academic programs in implementing practices, processes, and procedures related to experiential learning opportunities
Assist with data collection and recordkeeping to ensure accurate reporting of experiential learning outcomes for Career Services, academic programs, and university partners
Develop strategies to increase utilization of career services and applied learning opportunities among academic programs or student populations with lower engagement
Connect with employers and campus partners to identify new applied learning and employment opportunities for students in the region
Maintain a high level of professionalism and credibility in representing UW‑Stout and the Universities of Wisconsin System
Cooperate with and assist staff to ensure high levels of efficiency, collaboration, and office morale
Uphold ethical principles and professional standards established by the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE)
Promote career planning, applied learning, and employment as integral components of the educational experience
Demonstrate awareness of and responsiveness to the needs of diverse student populations, including multicultural students, students with disabilities, online learners, first-generation students, veterans, and non-traditional students
Actively represent Career Services in professional associations and professional development activities as appropriate
Participate in the campus-wide career services community, providing input to leadership regarding the development of advising, recruitment, and co/curricular programs offered by the school/college/unit
Develop and deliver career development programming and resource materials across various mediums to provide education to students
Respond to questions and provide information regarding student services, policies, procedures, and employment preparation
Identify and maintain a professional network of employers or other stakeholders to facilitate career exploration and employment opportunities for students
Educate or advise students and recent alumni individually or in groups through various mediums about career exploration, self-assessment, skills, materials development, and career decisions
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree
1+ years relevant full-time work experience involving career and professional development in Career Services/Student Services at the college/university/k-12 levels, or in human resource, recruitment, workforce development, professional services fields OR equivalent education/training
Nice to have:
Master’s degree
Demonstrated ability to provide career coaching, including resume development, interviewing techniques, and job search strategies
Demonstrated ability to deliver services to non-traditional populations
Demonstrated ability to deliver effective presentations to groups of all sizes, and to provide information with clarity
Demonstrated ability to plan, coordinate and execute programs and events
Ability to navigate and utilize internet-based job search tools
Demonstrated ability to initiate, build and sustain long-lasting relationships
Familiarity with recruitment practices of businesses, corporations, and agencies that offer co-op/internship and career opportunities
Experience with recruitment software, such as Handshake or similar vendor
Possess computer skills and proficiency working with Microsoft Office or Google Suite software
Ability to contribute as an enthusiastic member of a fast-paced and team-oriented career service staff
Able to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team setting
Possess verbal and written communication skills
Important Details
Schedule: Monday – Friday 8:00 am to 4:30 pm (year-round position), may be adjusted to meet student needs to involve evening hours
Contract: 4-year grant-funded position (through 2030)
Other conditions: Certain times of the academic year require work beyond a traditional schedule; limited remote work/telecommuting may be possible (max up to 2 days per week) after completion of a significant training period, successful on-the-job performance, departmental needs assessment and approval
Application deadline: September 13, 2026
Application Process
Complete all required fields and attach all required application materials
Cover letter: use to speak to each of the Minimum/Required Qualifications, describing relevant experience with specific examples
Resume
All final candidates will be asked to provide names, email contact information, and/or phone numbers for three (3) references, with at least one being from a manager or supervisor, during the interview process
Official transcripts required at the time of hire
Final candidates will complete a criminal background check and be cleared to work by the Human Resources Office
Final candidates will pass reference checks and an essential job function test, as applicable
The reference check process includes asking the final candidates’ professional references questions regarding employee misconduct, sexual violence, and sexual harassment. Reference checks must be conducted at a minimum with three professional references, at least one of which must be a prior supervisor.
Final candidates with previous employment within the Universities of Wisconsin and State of WI agencies will be subject to additional reference checks
About the Company
The Career Services office at UW-Stout Polytechnic is a dynamic team dedicated to integrating career readiness, applied learning, and professional skills across the university. Its mission is to educate, engage, and empower students and alumni in navigating career and professional development through employer and faculty/staff partnerships.
At UW-Stout Polytechnic, students do more than earn a degree—they do on day one.
