Student Career Pathways Advisor

Metropolitan Community College-Kansas City; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Metropolitan Community College-Kansas City is seeking an entry-level Career Advisor to assist exploratory students with career advising services. You will help develop personalized career plans and conduct workshops for prospective and current students.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and at least one year of experience in advising or career counseling, with strong knowledge of career exploration techniques and customer service principles.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• One year experience in advising, education, or career counseling preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create and conduct career exploration presentations and workshops for prospective and current students.
• Target case management strategies to build foundation in career development skills for first-year exploratory Pathway students.
• Collaborate with the exploratory academic advisor, faculty, staff, and external agencies to provide comprehensive services and information resources.
• Coordinate operations of the career services offices, including staffing, budget, promotional materials, and policy documentation.
• Respond to referrals from other areas for students needing career exploration assistance.
• Use systems to enter, retrieve, and research information and maintain records and communication.
• Maintain knowledge of MCC programs, policies, and systems to guide students effectively.
• Administer assessments and interpret results to provide career advising services.
• Collaborate with the Career Services Coordinator and stay informed about workplace trends affecting students' choices.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Career counseling

Customer service

Public relations

Budget awareness

Leadership concepts

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Metropolitan Community College-Kansas City is seeking an entry-level Career Advisor to assist exploratory students with career advising services. You will help develop personalized career plans and conduct workshops for prospective and current students.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and at least one year of experience in advising or career counseling, with strong knowledge of career exploration techniques and customer service principles.