Career Counselor; AP

Position Title: Career Counselor (AP26-044)

Location: Edwardsville, IL

Apply Before: 01081

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Description: To build on a strong foundation of achievement and contribute to the realization of its ambitious institutional goals, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) invites applications for the position of Career Counselor (AP26-044). As a premier metropolitan university, SIUE is committed to advancing social and economic mobility while shaping the workforce of the future. Grounded in a comprehensive, broad-based education and enriched by hands‑on research opportunities, SIUE equips its students with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in a global marketplace and positively impact their communities.

Employing more than 2,400 faculty and staff members, SIUE is one of the largest employers in the Metropolitan St. Louis area. A study by SIUE School of Business faculty shows the University has a $1.3 billion annual economic impact on the region. Each year, the University’s presence generates almost 9,000 additional jobs and more than $250 million in labor income for the area.

• Counsel individuals and groups throughout all phases of career development, including exploration, preparation, and job search.
• Help students identify and overcome barriers to choosing a major and determining career direction, and assist with decisions related to personal and career goals.
• Administer and interpret career assessments for individuals and groups.
• Assist with writing cover letters, résumés, thank‑you letters, graduate school applications, job applications, and other professional correspondence.
• Teach networking skills, interviewing skills, and effective internship and full‑time job search strategies.
• Guide students in using campus and career resources such as informational interviews, online tools, Cougar Jobline, career fairs, internship recognition processes, professional attire support, and social media.
• Conduct presentations and workshops on a wide range of career‑related topics.

• Master’s degree in counseling, college student personnel, psychology or a related degree; coursework should include foundations or psychological measurements and the measurement of interest and personality.

• 1‑3 years of experience with career counseling, especially in higher education, career counseling, or advising.
• National certification in administering and interpreting the Myers‑Briggs Type Indicator.
• Experience working with diverse populations.
• Interest in working with students with disabilities and student veterans.
• Demonstrated experience with one‑on‑one unsupervised career planning appointments.
• Demonstrated experience writing, critiquing and reviewing student resumes.
• Ability to present in large and small group settings.
• Event planning or project management experience in career services.
• Familiarity with Career Services databases (12
  
  Twenty, Handshake, Symplicity).
• Ability to create classroom presentations on career‑related topics using PowerPoint or other media.

• Must be available to work evenings and occasional weekends.
• Requires strong communication skills.
• Position may involve extended periods of time sitting at a desk, extended periods of time standing at events, departmental tables and presentations, and the ability to lift up to 30 lbs for departmental activities.

FLSA:
Non‑Exempt

• To be eligible for the role, ensure that your application includes a complete and detailed employment history that highlights your relevant full‑time and part‑time work experience, including start and end dates of employment, and at least three professional references.
• You are strongly encouraged to submit a resume and/or cover letter to provide additional context and showcase your qualifications.
• Applicants who feel their credentials and prior experience align with the listed minimum qualifications are encouraged to apply. In the application or within the cover letter and resume clearly describe how your credentials and relevant work experience align with the specified minimum requirements of the position.
• Appli…