Career Counseling Program Advisor

Margaret Brent Middle School; Mechanicsville (MD); On-site; USD 38,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Mary's County Public Schools Margaret Brent Middle School in Mechanicsville, MD is seeking a Career Counseling Program Advisor to support students in grades 6–12 with career and college exploration.

The role collaborates with school counselors and district staff to implement engaging programming and provide guidance on post-secondary options. The position, based at Margaret Brent Middle School, requires a high school diploma or GED (Associate degree or 3 years related experience preferred)

Qualifications

• Requires HS diploma or GED and may require an Associate degree or 3 years related experience.
• Career Connected certification must be completed within first year of employment.
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred for stronger candidacy.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and collaborate with school counselors and college/career staff.
• Advise students on apprenticeship and career pathways leading to credentials and work experience.
• Assist in implementing district college and career development scope and sequence.
• Develop and analyze data to improve career programming and student outcomes.
• Engage with industry partners to create internships and opportunities for students.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Confidentiality

Technology proficiency

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associate degree or 3 years related experience

Career Connected certification

Bachelor’s Degree (preferred)

Job description

St. Mary's County Public Schools Margaret Brent Middle School - Mechanicsville, Maryland Open in Google Maps

Career Counseling Program Advisor

St. Mary's County Public Schools Margaret Brent Middle School - Mechanicsville, Maryland Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5917376
Application Deadline: Sep 22, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted: Sep 08, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Release Date: September 8, 2026 Application Deadline: September 22, 2026

Requisition: 12501

Current benefited staff of SMCPS who submit a timely application and meet the minimum qualifications for the position shall be granted an interview and shall be considered to fill the vacancy prior to external applicants being considered. Questions regarding your application and/or candidacy should be directed to the Department of Human Resources.

Position:Career Counseling Program Advisor

Location:Margaret Brent Middle School

Salary:The salary for this position will be based on EASMC-ESP salary schedule for ten-month seven-hour employees Range 19. ($37,623-$56,913)

Effective: September 2026

NATURE OF WORK:

The Career Counseling Program Advisor will provide career advising services in the middle and high school career counseling program. This includes coordinating, supporting, and implementing programming that provides career and college exploration for students in Grades 6-12.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Ability to professionally relate to and collaborate with co-workers, students, and community members
• Ability to understand and maintain confidentiality
• Ability to use technology effectively to complete tasks
• Ability to report to work daily and on time
• Ability to organize, supervise, coordinate, and establish priorities of tasks to be completed
• Ability to work independently in the absence of detailed instructions and to follow complex oral and/or written instructions
• Ability to communicate courteously and tactfully with staff, students, parents, and the community in a timely manner
• Ability to walk distances during tours, field trips, employment, college fairs, etc.
• Possess excellent time management skills and the ability to take initiative and make decisions within assigned responsibilities in a challenging, fast-paced professional environment, and be flexible in work responsibilities and hours
• Possess knowledge of the programs, policies, and procedures of the St. Mary’s County Public School System
• Possess knowledge of community resources

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinates and collaborates with the School Counselors, Career Counseling Program Coordinator, and College and Career Liaisons in career development activities/programs
• Assists in the implementation of the SMCPS college and career development Scope and Sequence via the district-supported college and career platform
• Advises students on apprenticeship and career pathways that lead to industry-recognized credentials, education, occupational training, and work experience
• Accesses, analyzes, and synthesizes information generated by students via the college and career platform(s) approved by the school system Department of Technology Infrastructure
• Collaborates with School Counselors and College and Career Liaisons to support student post-secondary education and career interests
• Collaborates with the Tri-County Council for Southern Maryland staff and the College of Southern Maryland career and advising staff to create career programs, source employers, and create opportunities for exploration in work and academic options
• Participates in Professional Development opportunities, including training toward career-related credentialing
• Teaches a variety of skills to students, individually and in small groups (technology skills, study skills, digital and time management skills), to promote student success with online courses, professional communication, writing skills, etc.
• Provides instruction to students in classrooms with specific attention to career and self-awareness, career exploration and identification, and career preparation and planning
• Establishes and facilitates connections with industry leaders to foster apprenticeships
• Elicits student and parent feedback regarding career experiences for data analysis and program recommendations
• Assists in the coordination of programs for students who have not met College and Career Readiness by the end of tenth grade
• Compiles and analyzes data
• Performs other related and non-related job duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required:

• High School degree or GED
• Associate degree OR Three (3) years of related experience (unofficial transcriptmust be uploaded to your application)
• Must complete the Career Connected certification within the first year of employment

Preferred:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Experience in youth development
• Proficiency in a language other than English, Spanish preferred

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Full-time ten-month position.

SALARY GRADE RANGE: The salary for this position will be based on EASMC-ESP salary schedule for ten-month seven-hour employees Range 19.

BARGAINING UNIT ELIGIBILITY: EASMC-ESP

Updated 05.2025

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $37,623 to $56,913 Per Year

Job Requirements

• At least 2 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Associate degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Corinne Marino , Career Counseling Program Coordinator
• Department of Student Services
• Phone: [phone] ext. 32320
• Email: [e-mail]

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