UCC Career Educator - FWS

Working Title: UCC Career Educator – FWS

State Role

Title:

Institutional Employment/Federal Work Study

Position Type: Federal Work Study

Position Status: Part‑Time

FLSA Status: Non‑Exempt:
Eligible for Overtime

College/Division: Student Life and Involvement

Department: 100358 – University Career Center

Pay Band:

Pay Rate: Hourly

Specify Range or Amount: $12.77

Beginning Review Date: 06/15/2026

Is this a JMU only position? N/A

Is this a grant‑funded position? No

Is this a Conflict of Interest designated position? N/A

The University Career Center’s mission is to Empower students. Cultivate opportunities. Forge partnerships. Launch careers.

We are seeking Career Educators for an 8-10 hour per week position.

Benefits of Becoming a CE:

• Career Educators learn, work, and develop professionally through program planning and facilitating small and large group presentations.
• Career Educators present career‑related workshops to students through the Health 100 Passport Program and will lead small group presentations.
• Career Educators meet with students and alumni in a 1:1 setting to provide career‑related support and guidance.
• Career Educators conduct resume and cover letter reviews, Linked In and Handshake appointments, and Career Fair Prep appointments.
• Career educators assist with large‑scale UCC programming such as Career Fairs and other networking events.
• Career Educators participate in outreach to the campus community through weekly tabling outreach events.
• Career Educators help connect students to meaningful tools, resources, and opportunities—making a real impact on peers’ confidence and career readiness.

• Meet individually with students and alumni to provide guidance on:
  • Résumé and cover letter development
  • Handshake and Linked In
  • Career Fair Prep
• Present and facilitate career‑related workshops through the Health 100 program to large groups of students
• Provide constructive feedback and coaching to students on résumés, cover letters, and other professional documents
• Practice active listening in one‑on‑one and group interactions to understand student needs, ask thoughtful follow‑up questions, and ensure each student feels heard and supported.
• Maintain accurate records of student interactions
• Assist with large‑scale Career Center events (e.g., career fairs, networking nights, employer panels)

• Have an interest in helping JMU students with career and job search through appointments, as well as outreach through presentations.
• Ability to relate and interact with individuals both one‑on‑one and in group settings.
• Willingness to work in a team setting and build rapport with other CEs and the UCC professional staff.
• Demonstrate professional communication when working with supervisors, coworkers, and students.
• Successful candidates must be eager to learn. No prior knowledge of career or major‑related topics is required – we’ll train you!

• Provide constructive, audience‑appropriate feedback on resumes, cover letters, and other job‑search documents (Communication).
• Design and deliver engaging presentations and workshops on career topics to groups of peers (Communication, Leadership).
• Use active listening and questioning strategies to identify student needs and connect them to resources (Critical Thinking, Communication).
• Take initiative in mentoring peers and supporting career center events with professionalism and confidence (Leadership, Professionalism).
• Analyze and adapt recommendations to fit a student’s background, goals, and unique situation (Critical Thinking).
• Reflect on their growth in leadership, communication, and advising, and articulate how this experience prepares them for future opportunities (Career & Self‑Development).

Students must be degree‑seeking students, enrolled on at least a half‑time basis (6 credits for undergraduate and 5 credits for graduate).

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