Career Advisor

High Point University is seeking a 12-month Career Advisor in the Career and Professional Development department, working primarily with students in supporting them in their professional pursuits of future internships, employment, or advanced degrees.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Master’s degree in counseling, higher education administration/student development, or related field

Experience and Training:

• One to two years of career counseling or related experience, preferably experience in career development in an institution of higher education
• Preferably one to two years of experience working in a recruitment or selection function in an organization

Knowledge, Skills, Ability:

• Knowledge of organizational recruitment and selection strategies to maximize potential of students to attain high-quality internships and jobs
• Excellent interpersonal and verbal communication skills; ability to build rapport with students and faculty
• Outstanding professional communication and writing skills
• Strong presentation, technology, and social media skills; active presence on LinkedIn
• Familiarity with Handshake software system preferred
• Familiarity with WordPress software preferred
• An exemplary “can do” attitude that will lead to excellent customer service
• A commitment to being a team player who adjusts to changing work environments and organizational priorities

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:  

• Assists students with the exploration of appropriate career options, career development, internship and job search advising through individual career counseling appointments and group settings
• Administers career-related assessments and assist students in interpreting results, including but not limited to StrengthsFinder, CareerLeader, and other assessments pertaining to one’s personality, interests, values, and workplace preferences; certification for assessments preferred but not required
• Helps students determine the most appropriate fit for an academic major/minor and related careers
• Prepares students to apply to competitive graduate schools, providing assistance with application process, personal statement and C.V. development, and interview preparation
• Coaches students on how to develop and leverage a professional resume and LinkedIn profile
• Assists students with internship and job search process, facilitating professional networking with alumni; disseminate employment and internship opportunities to appropriate faculty and students
• Conducts mock interviews to prepare students for phone, Skype and face-to-face interviews
• Conducts outreach and develop and facilitate classroom presentations and workshops in collaboration with appropriate faculty
• Teaches career exploration and relevant business courses
• Contributes to university initiatives and committee meetings as needed; in particular, develop strong relationships with chairs, department heads and faculty
• Develops general knowledge and understanding of the related professions represented by academic programs and maintain familiarity with education, training and career opportunities and expectations
• Develops programming that strengthens students’ preparation for internships, graduate school, and full-time jobs.
• Analyzes data about use, interest, and value of presentations, one-on-one appointments, and programs
• Represents HPU as needed during special events, including Family Weekends, Orientation, and Early Registration that may occur on nights and/or weekends
• Works closely with Career and Professional Development staff members in planning of employer development activities including employer visitations, job fairs, career programs on-campus recruiting, and the development of job and internship leads
• Other duties as assigned by the Director of Career Advising and Vice President of Career Development

ACCOUNTABILITY:

• Reports to Director of Career Advising
• Works closely with Career and Professional Development team
• Interacts frequently with university and community partners

For more information about this position, please contact Dr. Doug Hall, Vice President of Career and Professional Development at [email protected]