Career Counselor, Senior
Provost & VP Academic Affairs
University Career Services
The Senior Career Counselor has lead responsibility for some activities of the career counselors including training and oversight of outreach to faculty. This position will work with students individually and in groups to discern their interests, skills, and values to support career exploration and professional development. Reporting to the Associate Director for Student Development, the Senior Career Counselor uses best practice approaches to student discernment and professional development that lead to satisfying career options. The University Career Services Department is seeking (1) Career Counselor, Senior who is flexible, a self-starter who is customer service driven, able to work independently, and willing to take a hands-on, proactive approach to resolving operational issues. WHAT MAKES University Career Services A GREAT PLACE? A flexible work environment Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc. A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with partners. Professional development opportunity and mentorship A rapidly growing center within an academic setting HERE IS WHAT YOU WILL DO Using the innovative approach to student success that is the hallmark of Georgia State: Oversee training of new career counselors. Support development of progressive career management strategies through the planning and implementation of innovative programming using creative strategies that reach the 21st century student. Design, coordinate and implement special initiatives for professional development and specific student populations. Give classroom presentations and general workshops in person and using virtual platforms. Regularly review current offerings in student development to update and revise to address current needs. Serve a liaison to a Georgia State “meta-major.” This includes developing relationships with academic advisors and faculty in that meta-major. Disseminate internship, job, event information and encourage liaison relationships to promote it to students. Assist students in making connections between career and their related academic program. Ensure that students are aware of career opportunities presented by UCS through recruiting and other career-search activities and increase participation in UCS events. Remain aware of university events that students can participate in for pursuing career goals and networking. Administer and interpret career assessments, develop action plans, and choose a major Prepare content related to career development and job search for UCS webpage, social media and other outlets. Provide consultation and assistance to liaisons in student organizations and other entities to support career development activities. Serve as expert for information in the Career Resource Center. Stay aware of current trends and best practices. Maintain detailed records. Provide data as requested. Make referrals for students requiring psychological attention. Hold weekly walk in hours. Take rotational turn on various administrative functions such as resume approvals. Be an active and engaged member of the UCS staff. Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Minimum Hiring Qualifications: Master’s degree and three years of related experience; or a combination of education and related experience. Preferred Hiring Qualifications: Experience in a college or university setting. Certified Career Counselor, Licensed Professional Counselor or National Certified Counselor designation. Experience training professionals. Knowledge of Strong Interest Inventory or Focus. Knowledge of college career management software. Knowledge of approaches to career counseling for special populations including first generation and non-traditional students. 1-3 years’ experience developing career programming for a college student population. Demonstrated experience as a self-starter and program developer for career programming.Two of the three years must be in a GSU Career Counseling Center.
College/Business Unit
Open until filled
College/Business Unit: Provost & VP Academic Affairs
Location: Atlanta Campus
Job Posting: 08/10/23, 8:58:13 PM
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