Career and Experiential Learning Advisor; Pre-ETS Program

Position: Career and Experiential Learning Advisor (Pre-ETS Program)
Location: New York

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Yes La Guardia  Community College (LaGCC) is seeking an experienced and dedicated individual to fill the position of Career and Experiential Learning Advisor within the ACCES Pre-Employment Transition Services Program. This grant-funded role is instrumental in facilitating the successful transition of students with disabilities from postsecondary education to meaningful employment opportunities. Reporting to the Director of the Center for Career and Professional Development, the Career and Experiential Learning Advisor is responsible for developing and implementing an experiential learning program for the ACCES Pre-ETS cohort.

Key elements of the experiential learning efforts are: (1) assisting students with acquiring experiential learning opportunities related to the career and technical education program they are enrolled in; (2) building partnerships with employers to develop experiential learning opportunities; and (3) assisting students with job readiness services and connections to internship and employment opportunities. This is a grant-funded, hybrid position through the Research Foundation of CUNY.

Appointments are subject to availability of funding and satisfactory performance.
** Responsibilities:
*** Conduct individual/group consultations for ACCES Pre-ETS student cohort, develop and facilitate innovative workshops, and manage, develop, and advertise the opportunities and related career services available through the Center for Career & Professional Development.
* Assist students with job readiness services/workshops and internship/employment search strategies.
* Develop and track experiential learning opportunities with employers that align with degree programs; establish referral process with employer representatives and manage the employment process until the student start date.
* Facilitate placement of students in experiential learning opportunities related to their major, monitor students' on-site assignments, and develop support documentation for academic credit and/or university recognition where applicable.
* Conduct site visits to include campus, local, and regional employers to maintain relations and expand experiential learning and employment opportunities, promoting out-of-the-classroom experience and learning activities related to students' career pathway.
* Participate in area business, not-for-profit associations, and chamber of commerce activities emphasizing relationship development.
* Collaborate with other departments/student services to effectively market experiential learning through outreach programming. Promote the accessibility of experiential learning postings and experiential learning job-search strategies.
* Using the Experiential Learning module in Symplicity, and ensure all students are entered into Symplicity related to all experiential learning; and track industry outreach in Handshake.
* Maintain up-to-date written guidelines outlining procedures to be used as they relate to ACCES Pre-ETS experiential learning processes.
* Maintain critical communications with supporting departments, i.e., the Office of Accessibility, Wellness Center, Student Advising Services and Academic Departments.
* As part of the ACCES Pre-ETS Career Advisor team, coordinate promotional materials, i.e., news releases directed to college administrators, faculty liaisons, student organizations, etc. Participate in team meetings and coordinate with Office of Accessibility staff to ensure students are supported with career services.
* Other duties as assigned.
** Core Competencies / Qualifications**(RF Heading, cannot be edited)
Bachelor's Degree and four years of related experience required.
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* Preferred Qualifications:

*** Experience in higher education, particularly in experiential learning, internship coordination, or career services.
* Master's degree in higher education or related field.
* At least four or more years of proven work experience, including strong contacts in corporate and nonprofit communities.
* Experience developing business partnerships and internship placement.
* Experience with and working knowledge of current higher education practice, theory, and research.
* Knowledge and implementation of programs for a diverse student population, and evidence of successful college-wide collaborations.
* Membership in…