Career Coordinator - UT Chattanooga

The person in this position must maintain the organization and professionalism of collaborations with local business partners as they work to better prepare Mosaic students for workforce transitions within the local community and beyond. This person will work with business partners to better prepare them for supervising employees on the Autism Spectrum (AS) through the delivery of effective training workshops and resources. The person in this position is responsible for carrying a large caseload of students throughout the academic year as well as monitoring and assessing the effectiveness of career preparation and the professional development of all Mosaic students.

This person is also responsible for monitoring and maintaining data for employment placement and retention efforts for Mosaic graduates. The person in this position takes the lead in preparing students as they transition into the work force through major and career assessments, informational interviews, job shadowing, volunteer work and internships, culminating with the continuous growth of the annual Reverse Career Fair. This person will provide curriculum development for years 3, 4, and 5 classes as well as supervising teaching assistants for these classes.

Coaching

• Provide individualized, weekly or bi-weekly, career coaching and/or oversee coaching for Years 3,4 and 5+ students each semester.
• Assist students with career exploration, goal setting, internship searches, job placement, graduate school planning and general workforce readiness.
• Conduct career assessments and develop individualized career action plans.
• Support student development in all NACE Career Readiness Competencies.
• Provide coaching related to professional communication, networking, workplace expectations, self-advocacy and social-professional navigation.
• Monitor student progress toward career, academic, and employment goals.

• Supervise graduate assistants and professional mentors supporting career development efforts and provide on-site computer assistance.

Programming and Event Management

• Plan, coordinate, implement, and assess career-related programs and events including but not limited to: Reverse Career Fair, Mock Interview sessions, Resume Review events, Employer Networking, Career Readiness Workshops
• Coordinate logistics, budgets, marketing materials, schedules, registrations, and event assessments.

Employer Relations and Community Partnerships:

• Develop and maintain relationships with employers, workforce agencies, and community organizations.
• Ensure development of workplace experiential learning opportunities for students including internships, job shadowing, volunteering, and employment.
• Serve as the primary liaison for employer engagement related to neurodiversity hiring initiatives.
• Conduct employer outreach and recruitment efforts for Mosaic events.
• Coordinate employer training related to autism inclusion, supervision, workplace accommodations, and retention strategies.

Data Management, Assessment, and Reporting

• Collect, analyze, and report student career outcome data including but not limited to: employment outcomes, internship participation, graduate school placement, First Destination outcomes, retention, and promotion metrics.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation using institutional databases and tracking systems.
• Develop assessment reports demonstrating program effectiveness and student success.
• Utilize data to identify trends, improve services, and support strategic planning.

Departmental support

• Support departmental strategic planning and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Represent Mosaic in university committees and collaborative initiatives.
• Assist with special projects and student recruitment efforts as assigned.

Preferred knowledge, skills and abilities:

Knowledge of Autism Spectrum Disorder and the impact on individuals in an educational setting. Organizational skills necessary to plan and carry out career events. Research and assessment skills and the development of evidence informed resources. Supervisory skills are necessary to support the development of mentors and teaching assistants. Above average verbal and written communication skills.

Application Review

Review of applications will begin on 11/12/26 and will continue until the position is filled. Applications received by this date will receive priority consideration.

Qualifications:

Required:

Bachelor's Degree with 1 year paid or unpaid experience in an educational setting working with individuals on the Autism Spectrum.

Preferred: Master’s Degree. 1-3 years experience working in higher education with individuals on the Autism Spectrum. 1 year experience in Career/Workforce Development.

Compensation and Benefits:

• UT Market Range: MR07
• Anticipated hiring salary: $47,250 - $50,000
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About Us

The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga is in the heart of one of Tennessee’s largest and most dynamic cities. As a national model for metropolitan universities, UTC collaborates with its many regional partners to offer an experiential learning environment with outstanding teaching scholars in 128 undergraduate degree programs and 55 graduate programs—at both the master's and doctoral levels. UTC and Chattanooga—nationally recognized for its downtown redevelopment and wealth of outdoor recreation—are inextricably linked, and the University is central to the workforce and economic development efforts of the region and the state.

Colleges of Arts and Sciences; Business; Engineering and Computer Science; Health, Education and Professional Studies; and the Honors College are home to an array of award-winning programs from Nursing to Computer Science, Entrepreneurship to Veteran Student Support. Innovation is a strategic focus, and UTC research and development in smart city technology is an industry leader. UTC is the first and only university in the country with access to a managed, commercial quantum computing network, and we are introducing an artificial intelligence initiative involving entities across campus and engaging partners throughout the region.

From our deep ties to the city of Chattanooga to our national reputation for innovation and hands-on learning, UTC stands out as a university where students thrive, faculty inspire, and partnerships create real impact.