Career Services Manager & Career Coach, MHA
University of Utah · Salt Lake City, UT · 6 days ago
OTHR$30–$45/hrPart-time
Job Summary
The David Eccles School of Business seeks a dynamic and experienced Career Advancement Manager & Coach to serve students in the Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA) program. This individual will play a central role in shaping the professional success and industry engagement of MHA students, while contributing to the program's overall strategic direction and reputation.
Responsibilities
- Career Coaching & Student Development
- Provide one-on-one and group career coaching to MHA students, focusing on job search strategy, personal branding, interviewing, networking, and offer negotiation.
- Guide students in career pivots and leadership advancement within healthcare organizations.
- Develop and deliver workshops on professional skills, executive presence, and healthcare-specific career pathways.
- Monitor career outcomes, collect student feedback, and implement continuous improvements in coaching and programming.
- Employer & Alumni Engagement
- Build, strengthen, and maintain relationships with healthcare organizations, employers, and alumni to expand internship and full-time employment opportunities.
- Lead and attend industry networking events, site visits, and employer panels to connect students with real-world opportunities.
- Manage alumni engagement efforts that encourage mentorship, career panels, and professional networking within the MHA community.
- Career Programming & Events
- Support all aspects of MHA case competitions, including team formation, coaching logistics, faculty coordination, and national competition participation.
- Plan and execute events that enhance student professional growth, such as career fairs and networking receptions.
- Collaborate across the Eccles School's Graduate Career Management Center to align employer outreach and recruiting initiatives.
- Program Collaboration
- Contribute to the MHA program's strategic goals, accreditation compliance (CAHME), and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Take ownership of emerging projects or priorities as assigned, serving as a flexible and collaborative member of the MHA team.
- Partner with staff to integrate career readiness into the academic experience and ensure alignment with healthcare industry trends.
Qualifications
- EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor's degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).
- Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) + 6 years or a master's (or equivalency) + 4 years of directly related work experience.
- Master's in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
- Comes from a professional background in the healthcare ecosystem-such as hospitals and health systems, payers, healthcare consulting, life sciences, health tech, or related organizations.
- 7-10+ years of professional experience, with a record of success in healthcare leadership, talent development, or career strategy roles.
- Experience coaching or advising graduate students or professionals on career advancement and leadership development.
- Strong understanding of the healthcare labor market and evolving industry trends.
- Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain relationships with healthcare employers, alumni, and professional associations.
- Proven ability to design and deliver workshops, networking events, and professional development programming.
- Understanding of and appreciation for the needs and perspectives of a broad MHA student body.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.
- High degree of initiative, professionalism, and responsiveness in a fast-paced academic environment.