What are the responsibilities and job description for the TEMPORARY PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT COACHES position at California College of the Arts (CCA)?
The Temporary Professional Development Coaches team provides specialized career guidance and industry-specific mentorship to students across CCA's academic divisions : Design, Architecture, Fine Arts, and Humanities & Sciences. In collaboration with the Senior Director of Professional Engagement and External Partnerships, the team will initiate and cultivate relationships with employers through networking opportunities to increase the professional engagement and internship opportunities for students.
Under the guidance of the Senior Director, the advisor team will lead a new initiative to develop collaborations with CCA faculty, program chairs, and deans to align professional development and course learning outcomes, providing support to bring experienced and creative industry trends to the classroom. The Professional Coaching and Development Advisor engages in functional responsibilities providing leadership for professional engagement events with programs, identifying ongoing local professional development opportunities, and arranging workshops and student engagement events with the collaboration of the faculty in each program.
This is a part-time (3-20 hours / week) temporary position based on the academic schedule.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES :
Student and Employer Relations- 35%
- Partner with the Senior Director to build a diverse professional network of faculty, alumni, parents, and industry professionals who can share their career experiences and success stories to motivate students.
- Build and help manage partnerships with employers to create internship and career opportunities aligned with our academic programs
- Based on own background and network, support relationships with diverse employers to expand opportunities for students and resources for alumni
- Recognize organizational and industry trends for professional opportunities
- Reference online resources (LinkedIn, listservs, social media) to connect students to employers and employment opportunities
- Support professional development events and workshops, coordinate employer visits and portfolio reviews
- Foster an inclusive student culture that celebrates diversity, promotes mutual respect, encourages personal accountability, and nurtures leadership skills.
Consultation and Resources - 35%
Internship success strategies
Administrative- 25%
Other related duties as assigned based on business needs and available capacity - 5%
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :
The Professional Coaching and Development Advisor role is crucial in guiding students toward professional success in the art and design industry. This position demands a comprehensive understanding of professional development resources and diverse career pathways within the field. The ideal candidate creatively identifies and leverages opportunities, networks, and resources to support students' growth. With an entrepreneurial spirit and a passion for student success. The role emphasizes adaptability, industry insight, and a student-centric approach, ensuring that students are well-prepared for their professional journeys both during their time at the institution and after graduation.
Required Qualifications
Current employment trends and hiring practices
Preferred Qualifications
Please note that in an effort to keep the CCA community safe, the College encourages all staff, faculty, and students who are on campus to be fully vaccinated, including to have received a booster shot (if eligible). Please note CCA on campus Covid-19 protocols. Please reach out to hr@cca.edu with any questions.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS :
POSITION DETAILS :
Location
San Francisco
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Additional Locations
Application Instructions
Applicants are required to attach a cover letter and resume. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Recommended document file formats are Word or PDF. If there are multiple attachments, we recommend compressing / zipping your files into a zip format file. There is also a place in the application for you to provide a link to large documents. Please submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions.
Application Deadline
For staff positions, screening begins immediately and continues until the position is filled.
EEO Statement
As an educational and cultural institution, California College of the Arts has a responsibility to provide access and opportunities for all people, with special attention to supporting groups historically underrepresented in higher education.
We believe that a culturally diverse campus is integral to academic excellence, and our student, faculty, staff, and trustee bodies should reflect the diverse world in which we live, with attention to race, ethnicity, religious creed, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, and ability.
California College of the Arts is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from individuals who will contribute to its diversity. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to hr@cca.edu. In alignment with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment. If a background check is required for a position, it will be noted in the job posting.
Questions?
Please address any questions to hr@cca.edu.
Salary : $35 - $45
