Career Advisor - 528480

The University of Alabama•Tuscaloosa, AL

About The Position

The Career Advisor provides comprehensive career development and professional employment services to students and alumni interested in various careers through career-related advising, assessment, resume approval, individual student job search assistance, and development and delivery of workshops/classes on a variety of career topics. The Career Advisor is responsible for all career-related advising, assessment, resume approval, individual student job search assistance, development, and delivery of workshops/classes on a variety of career topics. Functions as a Career Advisor for assigned student and/or Alumni clients.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or higher and some experience.
Effective written and oral communication skills with students, alumni, faculty, and employers.
Positive public relations skills.
Strong interpersonal and presentation skills.
Creative thinking skills.
Exceptional organizational skills.
Problem solving skills.
Knowledge of current trends and future developments in the career services area.
Knowledge of computers and various software programs (data management, word processing, event management, and group presentations).
Strong interpersonal skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills including public speaking.
Exceptional organizational skills.
Knowledge of computers and various software programs especially those related to data management.
Ability to collaborate with others for group presentations.
Problem-solving skills are needed to establish effective timelines to achieve satisfactory results.
Knowledge of current trends and future developments in the career services area.
Creative thinking skills to publicize events and services provided by the Career Center.
Demonstrates commitment to supporting all students.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree or higher with one (1) year of experience in career services, student services, business, human resources management, or counseling; OR a Master’s degree.
Strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.
Two (2) years in university Career Services area.
Knowledge of career theory and student development theory.
Experience supervising students.

Responsibilities

Advises and assesses on career-related issues.
Approves resume.
Assists individual students with job searches.
Develops and delivers workshops and classes on a variety of career topics.
Serves as the administrator for the Denise and Chandler Root Crimson Career Closet.
Liaises with assigned student organizations, academic departments, and other university departments.
Increases knowledge and proficiency with campus recruiting software, identifies and reviews print and web-based career resources, and contributes to the continued development of the Center’s website.
Coordinates efforts with Career Center staff and other university units when appropriate.
Maintains knowledge of current trends and future developments in the career services area.
Assist with planning, development, and organization of special events, printed materials, and web-based materials for the Career Center as needed.
Serves on a variety of committees as needed.
Responsible for completing required training and promoting a safe, hospitable, and respectful workplace.
Responsible for holding staff accountable for completion of required training.