Career and Operations Coordinator

Position: Career and Operations Coordinator Location: New York, NY Job Id: 580 # of Openings: 1 LIM College - The Business of Fashion & Lifestyle is currently seeking candidates for the position of Career & Operations Coordinator .

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Founded in 1939 and located in midtown Manhattan, LIM College is a female-led and owned institution focused on the global business of fashion and lifestyle. Offering master’s, bachelor’s, and associate degree programs, LIM prepares students for career success via an immersive approach grounded in real-world experience and learning by doing required internships. LIM College’s commitment to excellence in business education ensures graduates are sought after by a wide range of employers, as evidenced by a Career Outcomes Rate of 96% for the Class of 2022. Alumni excel throughout all areas of fashion and lifestyle and have gone on to work for companies such as Chanel, Gucci, Alexander McQueen, Ross Stores, The Financial Times, Ulta Beauty, Google, Saks Fifth Avenue, Cannabis Creative, and The National Football League.

POSITION PURPOSE

The Career & Operations Coordinator supports the daily operations and student services of the Career & Internship Services office. This position combines responsibilities in career coaching, program management, and administrative coordination to ensure smooth operations and consistent service delivery for students and employers. The Coordinator plays a key role in maintaining critical systems, supervising student workers, and providing foundational career guidance to underclassmen. Salary Range: $45,000 - $47,000/Annually

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES

Serve as primary Handshake administrator, including job/internship postings, on-campus employment listings, content updates, and data integrity. Manage and develop the Career Peer program, including recruitment, training, scheduling, and mentorship. Oversee the Career Closet initiative, ensuring consistent student access and program visibility. Provide undergraduate career coaching with a focus on freshmen and sophomores, including CARE 1300 assignments, resume reviews, mock interviews and orientations. Assist with basic CIS reporting and data tracking (e.g., event attendance, appointment metrics, Handshake analytics) to support departmental assessment and decision making. Support and occasionally present at major CIS and institutional events (career fair, admissions events, orientations, employer programming). Assist the CIS team with curriculum-related tasks (Career Handbooks, Canvas, Experience Records) as capacity allows. Participate in departmental meetings and contribute to continuous improvement of processes and services.

PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENTS

Accuracy and timeliness of Handshake administration and reporting. Effective supervision and professional development of Career Peers. Student satisfaction and learning outcomes from early-stage coaching and CARE 1300 support. Smooth execution and support of events, measured by student, employer, and staff feedback. Contribution to positive team culture and departmental efficiency.

REQUIREMENTS

Required Knowledge Familiarity with career services functions, career readiness, or higher education student services. Knowledge of career development fundamentals (resumes, interviewing, job search strategies). Proficiency with the Handshake platform and related databases. Experience Required 1–3 years of experience in higher education, career services, student affairs, or related field preferred. Experience supervising student workers or coordinating programs preferred. Skills and Abilities Strong organizational and time management skills. Excellent written and verbal communication. Ability to coach and advise undergraduate students effectively. Comfort with learning and managing multiple digital systems (Canvas, Handshake, etc.). Team-oriented, adaptable, and able to support functions in a fast-paced environment.

WORK PERKS

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