What are the responsibilities and job description for the Career Pathways Advisor position at Dickinson College?
Posting Details
Dickinson College is a premier four-year residential liberal arts institution chartered in 1783 and widely recognized as a leader in global and sustainability education. Dickinson College is located in Carlisle, named a “most livable city” by Forbes and minutes from the state capital of Harrisburg. The campus is connected to a vibrant downtown that offers eclectic dining, shopping and entertainment options. Within a two-hour drive are Philadelphia, Baltimore and Washington, D.C.; New York City is three hours away.
Dickinson College offers full time employees a broad range of Benefits including a comprehensive medical insurance plan, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, generous time off, parental leave, homebuyer assistance, and tuition benefits for eligible employees and dependent children under the age of 24. Upon eligibility, the College contributes 8% of an employee’s base salary to a retirement account with an additional .5% matching contribution; all money paid by the college into the employee’s retirement plan is immediately and fully vested in the employee.
In our ongoing efforts to support the health of our community, Dickinson College strongly encourages all members of the campus community to be up to date on CDC-recommended vaccines.
Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.
Essential Functions:
- Offer both general and specialized career advising to students and alumni interested in careers related to Business (including finance) and Nonprofit, Education, & Social Impact industry sectors. Conduct one-on-one and group sessions to educate and prepare students for internships, full-time job and graduate school applications, encompassing research techniques, search strategies, networking approaches, resume and interview preparation, and salary negotiation guidance.
- Oversee two (2) career communities while collaborating closely with faculty and alumni to assess the requirements of assigned industries. Work closely with the Director of Career Pathways on responsibilities and events related to the Business career community. Stay up-to-date with industry trends and present informative materials on diverse career subjects. Develop tailored career exploration programs and organize trips to cater to specific needs of each community.
- Support and contribute to the academic internship program’s (INP) learning goals and delivery of its reflective curriculum. Work with an assigned cohort of students to read, evaluate, and provide comprehensive feedback on student assignments, adhering to the standards and protocols established by the Associate Provost for High Impact Learning & Fellowships.
- Guide students in exploring careers, including those beyond assigned areas, by conducting interest inventories, skills assessments, and facilitating self-exploration exercises. Provide feedback and interpretation of assessment results to help students gain insights into potential career paths.
- Support the overall business operations of the department working with various software and technology platforms including, but not limited to, Handshake, Raiser’s Edge, Microsoft Teams, and LinkedIn.
- Support and facilitate the execution of signature career events (e.g., Career Treks, etc.) and workshops/boot camps. Deliver engaging presentations in classroom and other campus settings to provide students with valuable insights and guidance regarding careers.
Bachelor’s Degree – Any field of study
1-3 years work experience
Preferred:
Master’s Degree – Higher Education, Student Personnel, Counseling, Business Administration or related field.
