What are the responsibilities and job description for the Career Advisor position at Saint Mary's University?
Overview and Responsibilities :
The Career Adviser supports the retention, graduation, and career success of Saint Marys University students by collaborating with faculty and staff across the university to develop and deliver comprehensive, impactful, and inclusive career and professional development initiatives that engage students in all aspects of their development and career readiness. The Career Adviser will develop and implement career focused events, deliver presentations, and hold career advising appointments. This position reports to the Director of Career Services.
To ensure accessibility and inclusiveness of services, the Career Adviser role is dynamic and flexible including occasional evening / weekend career programming, the possibility of late afternoon / early evening appointments, and use of varied modalities (in-person, remote / virtual). Occasional travel to our Minneapolis campus, Rochester campus and the Twin Cities for programs (i.e., career fairs, networking events, etc.) is required. Job responsibilities include :
Career Advising (45%)
- Provide in-person, phone, and / or virtual career advising to assist traditional undergraduates, adult undergraduates, and graduate students from all majors and programs. Topics include career planning, job search assistance, internship preparation, resume reviews, interview preparation, networking, negotiation, and graduate school planning.
- Engage students in clarifying and understanding their values, strengths, interests, personality and multiple identities and how they influence their career decision-making and academic goals.
- Utilize Handshake for scheduling appointments, managing case notes, posting events and workshops, etc.
- Understand the extracurricular, community and industry opportunities related to programs in order to support students in exploring possibilities, connect them to relevant resources, and encourage students to pursue opportunities that support their decision-making process and career goals.
- Establish trust, build authentic relationships, and have meaningful, sometimes difficult conversations through various contact methods (i.e., in-person or remotely).
- Maintain a high level of working knowledge and understanding of university policies and practices and procedures, program requirements, resources, and student services across the University.
- Assist with assessment of learning outcomes, services, program evaluation and collection and compilation of information for reporting to campus leadership.
Career Programming & Outreach (30%)
Resource Management & Communications (15%)
Career and Employer Events (10%)
Ratios may change depending on the needs and goals of the office.
Essential skills and abilities :
Qualifications :
Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Application Requirements :
Apply online at https : / / www.smumn.edu / about / offices-services / human-resources / employment-opportunities / and include a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references.
Saint Marys University of Minnesota believes inclusion and human dignity contributes to a robust academic and work environment and is critical to achieving the University's mission in an increasingly diverse society. Individuals with expertise and diverse skills from underrepresented groups are especially encouraged to apply. Saint Marys University of Minnesota is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. The successful candidate must support, respect, and advance the mission of Saint Mary's University as a Lasallian Catholic institution.
Saint Marys offers a comprehensive benefit package including health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, flexible spending, retirement pension plan, and both undergraduate and graduate tuition remission plans.
All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check.
