Career Counselor

Summary

Provide career counseling to and assist in the professional development of both the student and alumni communities.

• Assist in developing and maintaining campus programs reflecting the Christian values of the institution and that meet the needs of a diverse body of students.
• Provide career counseling to students and alumni regarding goal setting, self-assessment, career information, decision‑making, job search process, and graduate and/or professional school planning.
• Assist in teaching career‑related workshops and classes.
• Apply theories and models of career development, counseling, and human development in working with students and alumni.
• Compile data and generate departmental reports.
• Provide students with individual résumé critiques and coach interview techniques.
• Execute mock interviews with students.
• Participate in the planning and execution of events related to generating and supporting internship and job opportunities, including internships, career fairs, and employer presentations.
• Assist in the development and execution of new programming to promote career readiness.
• Assist in maintaining relationships with employers.
• Collaborate with faculty and staff to provide new and ongoing opportunities for students.
• Assist in the management of the Career Center Management System (Handshake).
• Assist with maintaining and providing social media content.

This position could be responsible for assigning work and/or giving direction to part‑time Student Workers in order to complete work assignments.

• Demonstrated ability and willingness to live and uphold the University’s Christ‑centered mission and values.
• A growing and dynamic Christian faith, naturally communicated with words and actions.
• A sense of mission and commitment to the personal development of college students.
• Ability to set direction, identify the talents of individuals, and relate to others with a sense of caring.
• Skill in the use of personal computers, social media, and related software applications.
• Ability to make procedural decisions and judgments, including sensitive, confidential issues.
• Thorough knowledge of business English, arithmetic, general office methods, procedures, and practices.
• Ability to plan, develop, and coordinate multiple projects.
• Ability to read and write at a level appropriate to the duties of the position.
• Ability to confront inappropriate behavior.
• Ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare reports.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a diverse faculty, staff, and student body.
• Strong organizational skills and detailed orientation.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Empathy towards the needs of a culturally diverse student body.
• Effective delegation of responsibility.
• Coordination and organization of meetings and/or special events.
• Creation, composition, and editing of written materials.
• Development and maintenance of record‑keeping systems and procedures.
• Resolution of customer complaints and concerns.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, and requires sufficient hand, arm, and finger dexterity to operate computer keyboard or other office equipment. Requires visual acuity to read words and numbers and speaking and hearing ability sufficient to communicate in person or over the phone.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office environment, with minimal exposure to health or safety hazards.

Bachelor’s degree from a four‑year college or university in Counseling, Psychology, Human Development, Education, or a related field; and two years of related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.