Student Career Counselor

Student Career Counselor I

The Student Career Counselor I develops, implements, facilitates, and evaluates various programs focused on assisting students in successfully integrating into the University environment. The Counselor focuses on students' career development by working with students, alumni, and/or potential employers. The Counselor also provides counseling to students, develops programs and activities to assist students with career development.

Career Counseling & Student Advising:

• Provide individualized and group career counseling sessions to assist students in clarifying academic and professional goals.
• Guide students through structured career assessments to evaluate interests, personality, skills, and values, and connect results to appropriate academic programs and career pathways.
• Support students in validating program choices and making informed decisions regarding major selection and career direction.
• Develop customized career action plans that outline short- and long-term goals, including academic milestones, experiential learning, and job readiness activities.

Career Readiness & Professional Development:

• Coach students on career search strategies, including resume development, cover letter writing, Linked In profile optimization, and personal branding.
• Prepare students for employment opportunities through interview coaching, mock interviews, and job search guidance.
• Provide targeted advising on career pathways, internship opportunities, and post-graduation employment strategies.

Workshops, Programs & Outreach:

• Design, develop, and deliver workshops and presentations on career development topics such as interviewing techniques, networking strategies, and career exploration.
• Conduct outreach presentations to student groups, academic programs, and campus partners to promote career services and resources.
• Participate in and support career expos, employer engagement events, and large-scale career programming initiatives.

Program Management & Resource Development:

• Plan, coordinate, and evaluate career development programs, including workshops, events, and targeted initiatives for specific student populations.
• Manage logistics, marketing, and execution of career-related programming to ensure effective service delivery.
• Develop and maintain career-related resources, tools, and materials to support student success.

Partnerships & Employer Engagement:

• Build and maintain collaborative relationships with faculty, staff, employers, and external partners to enhance career opportunities for students.
• Serve as a liaison to academic programs, student organizations, and campus departments to embed career development into the student experience.
• Support networking initiatives and employer outreach efforts that connect students to professional opportunities.

Assessment & Student Support Services:

• Administer and interpret career assessment instruments (e.g., personality, interest, and skills inventories) and communicate results effectively to students.
• Deliver targeted career services to a large and diverse student population, ensuring equitable access and support.
• Track student progress and outcomes, using data to inform advising strategies and program improvements.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's and 2+ years of relevant experience or Masters degree and 0+ years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219(6).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in student personnel, higher education, counselor education, psychology or other appropriate area from an accredited institution and one year of related experience.
• Previous experience with career services

Special Instructions to the Applicants:

All applicants must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position, and the university cannot accommodate H‑1B transfers or employment-based visa processing for individuals currently sponsored by another employer.