Strategic Career Services Advisor — Higher Ed

City Colleges of Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

403(b) & 457(b) plans

SURS retirement plan

Generous leave

Job summary

Malcolm X College is seeking a Career Services Advisor in the Institutional Effectiveness Department. The role focuses on managing job placement services for College to Careers Cluster students and graduates to support recruitment, retention, and employment outcomes.

The candidate will set annual objectives from market trends, maintain employer relationships, and develop career resources and events. Evening/weekend availability and Chicago residency are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Sociology, Human Resources, Business, or related field; Master’s preferred.
• Five years of experience in student or career services in higher education or equivalent.
• Strong communication and leadership skills; ability to collaborate across departments.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Manage job placement services for College to Careers Cluster students and graduates.
• Establish annual objectives based on market trends and results.
• Develop and maintain metrics and data on placement outcomes.
• Coordinate career fairs, employer visits, and student orientation.
• Prepare reports and assessment data; monitor confidentiality with employers.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Time management

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education, Sociology, HR, Business or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

Malcolm X College is seeking a Career Services Advisor in the Institutional Effectiveness Department. The role focuses on managing job placement services for College to Careers Cluster students and graduates to support recruitment, retention, and employment outcomes.

The candidate will set annual objectives from market trends, maintain employer relationships, and develop career resources and events. Evening/weekend availability and Chicago residency are required.