What are the responsibilities and job description for the Career Advisor - Grant Funded position at Northeast Wisconsin Technical College?
Northeast Wisconsin Technical College is a nationally recognized and locally trusted college dedicated to advancing the success of all students and economic vitality of the communities we serve through access, high-quality education, and strategic partnerships.
The community that we serve is home to people with a rich range of backgrounds and experiences. We are committed to supporting an environment where all students and employees thrive and succeed. We believe every team member enriches our organization with unique skills, perspectives, and solutions. We seek applicants who are motivated and equipped to support all students, to work effectively with colleagues from a range of backgrounds, and to build the vibrancy of our community.
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Department: Career Services
Reports To: Manager, Career, Counseling, and Disability Services
Travel: Day Travel - 3/month
LOCATION: Green Bay
STANDARD HOURS: 40 hours per week. Typical hours Monday - Thursday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm and Fridays from 8:00 am – 4:00 pm; Flexibility required to include other evening and/or weekend hours, as necessary.
SALARY RANGE: $58,916 - $63,499 per year
- Salaries/Wages for all finalists (internal and external) will be placed within the range based upon education, experiences, current wages, and internal equity.
Grant funded through June 30, 2026
Cover letter and Resume Required for Consideration
POSITION SUMMARY
Advise students and individuals in career preparation activities such as career advising and assessments,
resume, and cover letter development, interviewing skills, networking, etc. Develop and promote employer
relations with local businesses and industry. Communicate opportunities and available products for
employment and experiential learning with students, faculty, and business partners.
resume, and cover letter development, interviewing skills, networking, etc. Develop and promote employer
relations with local businesses and industry. Communicate opportunities and available products for
employment and experiential learning with students, faculty, and business partners.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Guide students in determining and developing their interests and skills using a wide range of methods based upon career development theories and best practices. Refer students to degree programs that support their career goals based upon personality, interests, aptitudes, work values or educational/career assessments.
- Advise customers in establishing attainable career goals; interview clients to obtain information about employment history, educational background, career goals, and to identify barriers to credential completion and employment.
- Plan, promote and facilitate career and employment-related programs, presentations, and events, such as career planning presentations, work-experience programs, job fairs, and career workshops.
- Instruct individuals in career development techniques such as job search and application strategies, resume writing and interview skills.
- Research, pursue, and secure new business partnerships and build relationships with local employers and the broader community to provide relevant products and services offered by the department.
- Serve as a liaison and perform follow-up activities with the student, instructor, employer, and other partners to monitor student progress, employer satisfaction, identify concerns, and provide support in overcoming obstacles.
- Develop and coordinate strategic business partnerships with secondary and post-secondary educational institutions, business and industry, community organizations, regional alliances, and program advisory committees to create experiential learning, internship, and employment opportunities for students.
- Identify employment opportunities throughout the district; maintain a database of openings by employer and location as well as student matches to employers.
- Promote available services through presentations within the college and to civic groups via strategic marketing practices, print and digital.
- Develop and cultivate strong working relationships with organizations serving diverse populations. Plan career development related experiences/events supporting careers to grow a diverse workforce pipeline.
- Gather and interpret data to prepare and analyze reports for retention, tracking, and evaluate to improve programming. Develop, implement, and monitor policies and procedures.
- Represent the department on internal and external teams in support of the mission, vision, and strategic directions of the college.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND WORK EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Two years related experience
- Microsoft Office Suite and internet usage
- Previous experience with career advising and job search resource tools
- Must hold a valid driver’s license and be insurable under the District’s standard insurance policy terms.
- Hold or obtain Career Development Facilitator Certification
**An equivalent combination of education and work experience may be considered.
Skills and Abilities:
- Student Success: Demonstrate behaviors and actions that support student recruitment, retention, and student success initiatives.
- Values: Demonstrate behaviors and action that support the College’s values
- Collaboration: Demonstrate behaviors and actions that create respectful environments and services for all, and the ability to work effectively across differences in background and experience.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Extended Sitting: Ability to sit for extended periods while working on a computer or attending meetings
- Mobility: Ability to move around the campus to attend meetings and events
- Manual Dexterity: Proficiency in using hands and fingers to handle or operate office equipment, tools, or controls.
- Visual and Auditory: Ability to read documents and communicate effectively with students and staff.
- Light Lifting: Capability to lift and carry materials weighing up to 25 pounds.
Reasonable Accommodations Statement
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
We strive to accommodate any individual who requires adjustments to ensure a fair and equal employment process. If you require specific accommodations during the application and/or screening process due to a disability or other reasons, please contact Talent and Culture at talentandculture@nwtc.edu or 920-498-6286.
Northeast Wisconsin Technical College does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Talent and Culture.
NWTC does not discriminate on the basis of political affiliation, age, race, creed, marital status, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, genetic testing or other applicable legislated categories. Inquiries regarding the College’s nondiscrimination policies may be directed to the Associate Vice President of Student Affairs at 920-498-6823 or
nondiscrimination@nwtc.edu
.Salary : $58,916 - $63,499
