What are the responsibilities and job description for the Career Development Advisor position at Palm Beach State College?
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At Palm Beach State College, you will discover a place where ideas come to life and the heartbeat of a county begins. By joining us, you will be exposed to professionals from across the U.S. and abroad who are the strivers, reinventors, explorers, and influencers dedicated to developing talent that fills the most needed workforce roles. As the Panthers, we embrace a community of belonging, caring, and connection for our students and employees. We seek creative individuals to help PBSC fulfill its mission of inspiring hope, advancing skills, and transforming lives.
About this role
The Career Development Advisor is responsible for providing career and academic planning for students college wide. Manages a student caseload in the undecided career pathway and assists students with educational and career planning. Administers and interprets career assessment instruments, facilitating use of occupational and labor market data resources. Assists students and graduates in self-appraisal and exploration of career, academic and work programs and services of the College. Must be able to work evenings, weekends, and possibly during holidays.
What a day of a Career Development Advisor looks like:
- Administers career assessments and advises students in selecting a career pathway, college major or program of study. Assists students in understanding educational, personal and occupational strengths and limitations.
- Coaches students in developing effective job seeking procedures and techniques. Educates students on career exploration resources and decision-making strategies.
- Coordinates career development outreach programs. Presents workshops on career development topics.
- Utilizes career development platforms to post employment opportunities and assists students in using the system. Assists with employer outreach activities to maintain and develop new career opportunities for students.
- Guides assigned caseload of students to a program selection, program planning, and enrollment information and assistance. Advises students as to course of study, particular course offerings, necessary testing, and prerequisites, and in selecting a major or program.
- Counsels students regarding their adaptability to a college environment. Analyzes assessment results and identifies areas requiring further attention.
- Acts as a liaison for programs and services with outside agencies and employers.
- Participates in and manages all phases of an assigned project. Plans and oversees the preparations and dissemination of project communications. Produces related project reports, as needed.
- Handles requests from parents and students regarding programs, transfers, and degrees. May conduct workshops with parents regarding College or program information requirements.
- Prepares required reports for various internal and external requests. Designs and creates training content and materials for topic presentations.
- Utilizes multiple software programs to manage and track student contact, communication, and appointments
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
We’d love to hear from you if you have the following:
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree
- One year of related experience
Knowledge of:
- Microsoft Office Professional or similar application
- Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) within 30 days of employment
- Career development theories
- Student success platforms and career databases
Skilled in:
- Attention to detail while maintaining effective time and task management
- Managing and resolving conflict in a positive manner
- Using various video conference platforms
Ability to:
- Effectively communicate verbally and in writing on a regular basis with internal and external customers, build relationships, manage customer expectations and take responsibility for a high level of service
- Interact in a positive manner with diverse populations and varying education levels of students, faculty, staff, and the public
- Work with individual students to develop multiple models of academic success
- Organize and prioritize multiple, competing priorities to maximize personal and team effectiveness
- Travel to other campus locations
- Work in a variety of settings to deliver services to students without a decrease in performance
Licenses, Registration, Certifications, or Special Requirements:
- Regular physical attendance required
- Some periods throughout the year will require extended work hours including nights, weekends, and college closures
- Requires travel between campus locations
Preferred, but not a must:
Education and Experience:
- Master’s degree in Higher Education Student Affairs, Counseling, or related field
- Experience administering Strong Interest Inventory, Myers Briggs Type Indicator or other career assessments
Skilled in:
- Bilingual communication
Licenses, Registration, Certifications, or Special Requirements:
- Career Counseling Certification from National Career Development Association (CCC) or National Certified Career Counselor (NCCC) certification
Work Environment and Physical Demand:
- Reach and grasp objects
- Use of video display terminal
- Use of manual dexterity and fine motor skills
- Communicate information orally and in writing
- Receive and understand information through oral and written communication
- Proofread and check documents for accuracy
- Work a fluctuating work schedule
This job description is intended to be generic in nature and describe the essential functions of the job. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions and responsibilities, and overtime eligibility may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position.
The minimum base pay for this position starts at $43,888.00 annually; however, the offer may vary based on the candidate’s education and experience.
Application Deadline
This position is open until filled with an initial review date of 2/28/25.
Wait, there is more!
- Culture: Be part of an inclusive, Panther First environment where every role has a purpose, and employees have a sense of belonging.
- Education Benefits: Tuition fee waiver at PBSC, tuition reimbursement, degree recognition award, educational leave, and more. Public Service Loan Forgiveness institution.
- Health and Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, parental leave, and more.
- Generous Time Off: Vacation, sick leave, holidays, and spring and winter breaks offering additional paid time off.
- Panther Perks: Potential remote or hybrid opportunities, wellness programs, and apps related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more.
- Professional Development: Leadership programs, professional learning workshops, and more.
- Retirement Investments: State retirement plan options and voluntary 403(b) and 457 plans.
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Please review the following information to apply for a position at Palm Beach State College:
- Carefully review the minimum qualifications advertised for the available position, as only applicants meeting the minimum requirements will be considered.
- Background Check/ Drug Screen may be required based on the specific requirements of the position for which the application is being submitted. Employment is contingent upon passing a drug test and completing a criminal background investigation.
- An essential goal of the Office of Human Resources is to respond to all applicants once a selection is made. Please take notice of the position closing date advertised. Whenever positions are filled, the Office of Human Resources responds to all applicants who have submitted applications.
- The College conducts its employment activity within the State of Florida except for occasional brief and temporary pre-approved periods related to college travel.
Application Deadline
This position is open until filledSalary : $43,888
