Student & Alumni Career Advisor - Workshops & Guidance

Nevada State University; United States; On-site; USD 49,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement match

Leave days (annual)

Sick leave

Paid holidays

Educational benefits

Health insurance plans

FSA/HSA options

Job summary

Nevada State University invites applications for the position of Career Advisor. The Career Advisor will provide holistic 1:1 career counseling and workshop-based programming to support students and alumni in exploring careers and preparing for job opportunities.

The role includes coordinating career events, collaborating with Employer Relations, and maintaining up-to-date knowledge of workforce trends. Experience in higher education and a commitment to inclusive student support are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution.
• At least two (2) years of experience in higher education or related fields.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Exceptional customer service and professionalism.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and stay organized.
• Experience working with diverse populations.

Responsibilities

• Provide holistic 1:1 career counseling and advising to students and alumni.
• Deliver career-related workshops, presentations and events.
• Collaborate with Employer Relations to identify opportunities for students/alumni.
• Implement data collection to assess impact of services and programs.
• Represent Career Services at admissions and orientation events.
• Train and supervise student workers and stay current on best practices.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Organizational skills

Diversity experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Handshake CSM

Job description

Nevada State University invites applications for the position of Career Advisor. The Career Advisor will provide holistic 1:1 career counseling and workshop-based programming to support students and alumni in exploring careers and preparing for job opportunities.

The role includes coordinating career events, collaborating with Employer Relations, and maintaining up-to-date knowledge of workforce trends. Experience in higher education and a commitment to inclusive student support are essential.