Career Consultant

The University of Georgia; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

The Career Consultant position at The University of Georgia serves as the primary career services liaison to assigned colleges or schools within the Career Center. It provides comprehensive career coaching, programming support, and industry connections for students and alumni.

The role also involves mentoring opportunities with UGA alumni, collaboration with faculty and staff to embed career development into the student experience, and ongoing support for students’ career planning, job search

Qualifications

• Knowledge of career needs, skills, and trends related to students, general career development and job market trends.
• Strong interpersonal skills, counseling skills, presentation skills, and program development skills.
• Ability to develop strong relationships with referring faculty and administrators.
• Ability to develop rapport with students.
• Ability to serve the career development needs of students with varied experiences and perspectives.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary career services liaison to assigned colleges or schools at the University of Georgia.
• Provide comprehensive career coaching and programming support for students and alumni.
• Develop industry connections relevant to students’ career interests and foster mentorship opportunities with UGA alumni.
• Collaborate with faculty, academic advisors, and student services staff to integrate career development into the student experience.

Skills

Career trends

Interpersonal skills

Counseling skills

Presentation skills

Program development

Relationship building

Student rapport

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Posting Number:

S15670P

Working Title:

Career Consultant

Department:

DAR-Career Center

About the University of Georgia:

Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state’s flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

About the College/Unit/Department:

Division of Development and Alumni Relations The Division of Development and Alumni Relations at the University of Georgia advances the goals, objectives, and priorities of the university by generating private financial support, building, and maintaining relationships with alumni and donors, and assisting students with career development opportunities. Career Center The University of Georgia Career Center is the provider of centralized career services to undergraduate, graduate students, and alumni at The University of Georgia. Career Center staff work collaboratively with faculty and staff of all departments to enhance the career success of University of Georgia students/alumni. Several of the “nuts & bolts” services the UGA Career Center provides to its students include career counseling, job search training, and opportunities to connect with employers. The Career Center also serves as a corporate gateway to the University by helping employers meet key faculty/staff, understand culture and curriculum, and successfully recruit UGA students and alumni. A broad group of corporate, government, and nonprofit employers recruit at The University of Georgia, and the Career Center facilitates this process through career fairs, on-campus interviews, and a variety of recruiting and educational programs and events.

College/Unit/Department website:

https://give.uga.edu/ and https://dar.uga.edu/ and www.career.uga.edu

Posting Type:

External

Retirement Plan:

TRS or ORP

Employment Type:

Employee

Benefits Eligibility:

Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time:

Full Time

Additional Schedule Information:

8:00am–5:00pm; Flexibility to work evenings and weekends may be necessary to meet business needs

Advertised Salary:

$55,103+ commensurate with qualifications and experience

Posting Date:

08/27/2026

Open until filled:

Yes

Proposed Starting Date:

10/01/2026

Special Instructions to Applicants:

• This position is structured as a permanent position within the Division of Development & Alumni Relations. We are unable to sponsor a work visa for this position.

Location of Vacancy:

Athens Area

EEO Policy Statement:

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ([e-mail]).

USG Core Values Statement:

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 08.02.18.01.02.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 06.05 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.

Classification Title:

Career Counselor I

FLSA:

Exempt

FTE:

1.00

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications:

• The preferred qualifications for this position include a master’s degree in higher education, student personnel administration, counseling, or related field.
• Career services experience is preferred. Specifically, experience providing comprehensive advising and career counseling related to career exploration and job-related skill development.

Position Summary:

The Career Consultant serves as the primary career services liaison to assigned colleges or schools at the University of Georgia. This role acts as a critical link between the Career Center and the college, serving as a resource for students, employers, and faculty on career planning, industry trends, and professional development. Internally, the Career Consultant advocates for the college’s career-related needs and serves as a key referral point for students and stakeholders. Career Consultants provide comprehensive career coaching and programming support related to career exploration, job search strategies, skill development, experiential learning, graduate school preparation, and employment opportunities for program-specific undergraduate and graduate students. They develop industry connections relevant to students’ career interests and foster mentorship opportunities with UGA alumni. Additionally, they collaborate closely with faculty, academic advisors, and student services staff to integrate career development into the student experience. Through open, honest, and respectful communication, all staff, supervisors, and colleagues of the Division of Development & Alumni Relations are expected to interact with fairness, compassion, and decency. All employees will be held accountable for meeting the expectation of promoting a stable, productive, and healthy work environment.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies:

• Knowledge of career needs, skills, and trends related to students, general career development and job market trends
• Strong Interpersonal Skills, Counseling Skills, Presentation Skills, Program Development Skills
• Ability to develop strong relationships with referring faculty and administrators
• Ability to develop rapport with students
• Ability to serve the career development needs of students with varied experiences and perspectives.

Additional Division Expectations:

• Through open, honest, and respectful communication, all staff, supervisors, and colleagues of the Division of Development & Alumni Relations are expected to interact with fairness, compassion, and decency. All employees will be held accountable for meeting the expectation of promoting a stable, productive, and healthy work environment.
• Adherence to CASE standards and commonly accepted industry standards relating to fundraising reporting are expected of all fundraisers. All fundraisers will be held accountable for meeting this expectation.

Physical Demands:

• Work evenings and weekends as necessary
• Work in a standard office environment
• Travel in and out of state as necessary
• Sit and work at a computer workstation for extended periods of time
• Work using electronic mail, telephone, face-to-face discussions, paper form correspondence
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