FT : Career Advisor

Shaw University; Raleigh; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Shaw University is seeking a Career Advisor for the Experiential Learning and Career Development Center. The role focuses on coordinating career planning programs for students and providing counseling through individual and group sessions, using inventories and guidance systems.

The position also delivers outreach programs, workshops, and training to students in classrooms, residence halls, and student organizations, serving as a liaison among career services, academic advising and faculty

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year institution required.
• Master's degree in Career Counseling, Human Resources, Business, or a related field preferred.
• 2+ years’ experience providing internship program development, career counseling or related work in a college/university setting.
• Experience using Career Services Management tools such as Symplicity, Handshake or CSO preferred.
• Knowledge of student development theory and advising/leadership programs.
• Ability to establish positive interpersonal relations across college and community.
• Proficiency with word processing, spreadsheets and presentation software.

Responsibilities

• Provide students and alumni individual assistance in defining career options and job-search procedures.
• Administer assessment instruments and computerized career guidance systems as needed.
• Provide administrative and logistical support for projects and programs.
• Teach prospective and new students how to access advising and counseling-related programs and services.
• Respond to inquiries from staff, students, public agencies, and others to provide information or direction.
• Coordinate travel logistics and submit requisitions as directed.
• Assist in writing routine reports and developing project materials.
• Present outreach programs and workshops in classrooms, residence halls and student organizations.
• Develop and facilitate training/workshops on resumes, job-search strategies, interview skills, and experiential learning.

Skills

Presentation skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Symplicity

Handshake

CSO

Job description

Reporting to the Director of Experiential Learning and Career Development, the Career Advisor for the Experiential Learning and Career Development Center, is responsible for coordinating and supervising career planning programs for students and providing counseling services on an individual and group basis, using aptitude, personality, interest, and values inventories and computer guidance systems. This position will also present outreach programming and workshops to students in classroom settings, residence halls, and student organizations. The Career Advisor serves as the liaison between career services, academic advising, new student programs, and faculty advisers at the University.

Essential Job Functions:

• Provide students and alumni individual assistance in defining career options, developing employment skills, and job-search procedures.
• Administer assessment instruments and computerized career guidance systems as needed.
• Provides administrative and logistical support for projects, initiatives, and programs within Experiential Learning & Career Development.
• Collaborate with the University Divisions and Offices to teach prospective and new students how to access advising and counseling-related programs and services.
• Responds to a variety of inquiries from a variety of internal and external parties (e.g. staff, students, public agencies, etc.) for the purpose of providing information or direction and/or facilitating communication among parties.
• Handles preparations, scheduling, logistics, and other various requirements for travel. Submits requisitions with direction from manager.
• Assists in writing routine reports and correspondence and assists with the development of project/program materials.
• Present outreach programs and workshops to students in classroom settings, residence halls, and student organizations.
• Develop, coordinate, and facilitate training and skill development workshops to include resume preparation, job-search strategies, career information technology including Internet links, interview skills, and experiential learning preparation
• Coordinate resources in support of programming and independent student accessibility including Internet links, Career Services Management tools, email, employer directories, employment vacancy bulletins, etc..
• Assist with the training of paraprofessionals as career development ambassadors.
• Collect and analyze data pertinent to counseling, teaching, and retention of students participating in targeted career planning programs and services for the annual report.
• Take advantage of in-service training and other opportunities for professional development, including attendance at off-campus activities and generally staying current in the field;
• Maintain proper communication and supportive relations at all times with all other units of the division and the college, providing assistance in carrying out their respective functions;
• Create a friendly and supportive atmosphere for students, faculty, staff, and the public;
• Assume other necessary responsibilities and perform additional tasks as assigned by the Director of Experiential Learning and Career Development, Associate Vice President, Vice President, or President in meeting the needs of the program, department, division and the college.
• Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Work Study Students

Minimum Education and Qualifications

• Bachelors' Degree from an accredited four year institution required; Master's degree in Career Counseling, Human Resources, Business, or a related field preferred.
• 2+ years’ experience providing internship program development, career counseling, vocational counseling or performing related work, preferably in a college and/or university setting (graduate school experience will be considered).
• Ability to effectively counsel/advise college students in areas of career planning and academic development required
• Experience using Career Services Management tools such as Symplicity, Handshake or CSO preferred.
• Knowledge and experience working with advising and leadership programs and an understanding of student development theory and student personnel administration required.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective and positive interpersonal relations throughout the college and the community.
• Demonstrated competence in computer technologies, such as word processing, spreadsheets, and presentation programs required.

Certificates, Licenses or Registrations

• None

Other Competencies (skills, abilities, behavior)

Must have a philosophy that is consistent with the Mission, Vision and Core Values of the organization. Vision, commitment, and experience in achieving goals and pursuing excellence is critical. Strong oral and written presentation skills. Ability to work well independently and as a member of a team. Excellence in organization, decision-making, problem-solving and creating a collaborative environment. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Must be able to read, write and speak fluently in English.

Physical Demands

Ability to sit or stand for up to 8 hours/day and climb stairs as required. Some lifting (up to 25 pounds occasionally), bending, and carrying. Specific vision abilities include the ability to use close vision. The employee is regularly required to talk and hear, and to use hands and fingers to handle or feel.

Qualifications

Education

Required

Bachelors or better.

Masters or better.

Experience

Required

Bachelors' Degree from an accredited four year institution required; Master's degree in Career Counseling, Human Resources, Business, or a related field preferred.

Demonstrated competence in computer technologies, such as word processing, spreadsheets, and presentation programs required.

Ability to establish and maintain effective and positive interpersonal relations throughout the college and the community.

Knowledge and experience working with advising and leadership programs and an understanding of student development theory and student personnel administration required.

Ability to effectively counsel/advise college students in areas of career planning and academic development required

Experience using Career Services Management tools such as Symplicity, Handshake or CSO preferred.

2 years:

Experience providing internship program development, career counseling, vocational counseling or performing related work, preferably in a college and/or university setting (graduate school experience will be considered)

Equal Opportunity Employer
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