Career Advisor, Senior

Department

University Career Center

Primary Campus

University of Kansas Lawrence Campus

Job Description

60% - Career Advising

* Advise students interested in career development, planning and implementation process through individual and group appointments.

* Document career advising sessions and provide accurate data for ongoing assessment initiatives using university approved systems and adhering to FERPA guidelines.

* Develop and/or refine career advising materials to enhance student engagement and learning in advising sessions.

* Create and deliver career workshops and programs based on student and campus partners' needs and UCC strategic priorities.

* Develop a strong understanding of the developmental needs and concerns of college students.

* Stay up to date on career advising best practices on cultivating career discovery and career readiness.

* Maintain knowledge of changes in the workplace and economic outlook as they impact students' career choices, preparation, job search and employment.

25% - Student Pathway Program Coordination

* Design and coordinate a suite of services, programs, and resources to increase campus-wide networking and occupational exploration programs for students in assigned Student Pathway.

* Work collaboratively with Jayhawk Academic Advising Student Pathway team members to support student engagement in the opportunities related to each pathway.

* Foster strong partnerships with campus community, employers and alumni on projects that support the career development and planning needs for KU students in assigned Student Pathway.

* Develop and disseminate specific knowledge about career paths related to assigned Student Pathway which includes managing a newsletter and other relevant student engagement strategies.

10% - University Career Services Unit Support

* Oversee assigned programs that support the central function of the University Career Center, such as student organization outreach, staffing information tabling, reviewing content for Canvas sites/website.

* Work alongside UCC operations staff to meet UCC strategic priorities.

* Support and staff relevant campus career fairs and networking events.

5% - Other Duties

* Understand and adhere to FERPA guidelines, KU policies and other institutional compliance expectations.

* Attend relevant unit meetings.

* Participate in department and campus meetings and trainings.

* Participate in relevant professional development annually.

* Other duties assigned by University Career Center Program Director.

Req  (Ex: 10567 )

32162

Disclaimer

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Associate Vice Chancellor for the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX, civilrights, Room 1082, Dole Human Development Center, 1000 Sunnyside Avenue, Lawrence, KS 66045, , 711 TTY.

Work Schedule

M-F 8a-5p with some evening or weekend work required for student events or outreach efforts.

Hybrid work arrangements up to 2-days a week remote are available to this position.

FLSA Status

Administrative

Contact Information to Applicants

Andrew Moses

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Required Qualifications

* Bachelor's degree with a minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience OR Master's degree with one (1) year of experience.

* One (1) year of teaching, training, public speaking or group facilitation experience.

* Excellent written communication skills as demonstrated by application materials.

This position requires a formal degree in the cited discipline area(s) to ensure that candidates have advanced knowledge, analytical skills and professional competencies necessary to perform the duties of the position. The level of degree is commonly recognized as the standard qualification for similar roles in the public and private sector, ensuring that the university remains competitive with industry aligned practices, enhances collaboration with external partners, and supports the delivery of services and programs that meet professional and market-driven expectations.

Employee Class

U-Unclassified Professional Staff

Advertised Salary Range

$50, commensurate with experience

FTE

1.0

Preferred Qualifications

* Experience in career coaching, academic advising or related student facing service in a higher ed setting, as demonstrated in application materials.

* Experience developing collaborative relationships with a variety of stakeholders such as employers, faculty/staff, student organization leaders as evidenced in application materials.

* Previous experience that required an understanding of career development and planning process as shown in…